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Duncansby

A ghost town of unknown status in Mississippi.

By the Ghost Town USA research team · Last reviewed September 2026

Duncansby ghost town, Mississippi
Photo: U.S. Post Office (Public domain) via Wikimedia Commons

Quick Facts

County
Not recorded
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Some places earn their silence — and Duncansby is one of them. Duncansby is a ghost town in Issaquena County, Mississippi, United States. Duncansby was located on a stretch of the Mississippi River known as Duncansby Chute.

The story of Duncansby

Mississippi's ghost towns are river ports and cotton towns, plus lumber camps that clear-cut the pine hills.

Duncansby is a ghost town in Issaquena County, Mississippi, United States. Duncansby was located on a stretch of the Mississippi River known as Duncansby Chute.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Duncansby is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Duncansby is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Good to know

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.

Duncansby FAQs

Where is Duncansby located?
Duncansby is in Mississippi. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Duncansby in?
No county is recorded for Duncansby in the sources used for this directory — it's listed under Mississippi.
What is the history of Duncansby?
Duncansby is a ghost town in Issaquena County, Mississippi, United States. Duncansby was located on a stretch of the Mississippi River known as Duncansby Chute.
What remains at Duncansby today?
The on-the-ground condition of Duncansby is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Can you visit Duncansby?
Here's the honest truth: access to Duncansby is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Duncansby, Mississippi”), CC BY-SA.

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