The map remembers Hampson long after the crowds moved on. Garrett Reese Hampson (born October 10, 1994) is an American professional baseball utility player in the Cincinnati Reds organization.
Marion County holds 5 documented ghost towns, including Gnadenau, Oursler, Waldeck — Hampson keeps them company on the map.
The story of Hampson
Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.
Garrett Reese Hampson (born October 10, 1994) is an American professional baseball utility player in the Cincinnati Reds organization. He has previously played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Colorado Rockies, Miami Marlins, Kansas City Royals, Arizona Diamondbacks, and St. Louis Cardinals. Hampson was selected by the Rockies in the third round of the 2016 MLB draft and made his MLB debut with them 2018.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Hampson 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 Hampson 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
Hampson FAQs
01Where is Hampson located?
02What county is Hampson in?
03What is the history of Hampson?
04What remains at Hampson today?
05Can you visit Hampson?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Garrett Hampson”), CC BY-SA.
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