Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Fay. Fay R. Moulton (April 7, 1876 – February 19, 1945) was an American Olympic sprinter, college football player and coach, and lawyer.
Russell County holds 11 documented ghost towns, including Blue Stem, East Wolf, Forest Hill — Fay keeps them company on the map.
The story of Fay
Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.
Fay R. Moulton (April 7, 1876 – February 19, 1945) was an American Olympic sprinter, college football player and coach, and lawyer. He served as the fifth head football coach at Kansas State Agricultural College (Kansas State University), holding the position for one season in 1900 and compiling a record of 2–4. Moulton medaled as a sprinter at the 1904 Summer Olympics and the 1906 Intercalated Games.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Fay 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 Fay 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.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Fay FAQs
01Where is Fay located?
02What county is Fay in?
03What is the history of Fay?
04What remains at Fay today?
05Can you visit Fay?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Fay Moulton”), CC BY-SA.
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