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Granville

A ghost town of unknown status in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.

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

Quick Facts

State
Indiana
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

If walls could talk, Granville would never shut up. Lucky for visitors, they mostly just stand there. Granville S. Waiters (January 8, 1961 – March 23, 2021) was an American professional basketball player. At 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m) and 225 lb (102 kg), Waiters played center.

Tippecanoe County holds 4 documented ghost towns, including Beeville, Glen Hall, Heath — Granville keeps them company on the map.

The story of Granville

Indiana's ghost towns are canal towns, coal camps, and railroad stops the interstates finished off.

Granville S. Waiters (January 8, 1961 – March 23, 2021) was an American professional basketball player. At 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m) and 225 lb (102 kg), Waiters played center. As a senior in high school, Waiters helped Columbus East to a state championship over St. Joseph, who were led by his eventual Buckeyes and Pacers teammate Clark Kellogg. During the 1982–83 season for Ohio State, he was a team captain and averaged 10.4 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. He was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in the second round of the 1983 NBA draft.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Granville 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 Granville 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.

Granville FAQs

Where is Granville located?
Granville is in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Granville in?
Granville sits in Tippecanoe County, Indiana. See our full guide to ghost towns in Tippecanoe County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Granville?
Granville S. Waiters (January 8, 1961 – March 23, 2021) was an American professional basketball player. At 6 ft 11 in (2.11 m) and 225 lb (102 kg), Waiters played center. As a senior in high school, Waiters helped Columbus East to a state championship over St.
What remains at Granville today?
The on-the-ground condition of Granville 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 Granville?
Here's the honest truth: access to Granville 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 (“Granville Waiters”), CC BY-SA.

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