Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Hague. Hague is an unincorporated community in Alachua County, Florida, United States. It is located on Alachua County Road 237 between U.S.
Alachua County holds 8 documented ghost towns, including Campville, Earleton, Haile — Hague keeps them company on the map.
The story of Hague
Florida's ghost towns are railroad towns Flagler built, 1920s land-boom subdivisions that busted, and phosphate and turpentine camps.
Hague is an unincorporated community in Alachua County, Florida, United States. It is located on Alachua County Road 237 between U.S. Route 441 and the Deerhaven Subdivision line of the CSX Railroad, between the cities of Alachua and Gainesville.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Hague 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 Hague 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. The mapped point for Hague is roughly 29.7706, -82.4211 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.
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
Hague FAQs
01Where is Hague located?
02What county is Hague in?
03What is the history of Hague?
04What remains at Hague today?
05Can you visit Hague?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Hague, Florida”), CC BY-SA.
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