Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Hatton. Hatton, formerly Petersburg, is an unincorporated community and near-ghost town in Millard County, Utah, United States. It lies at an elevation of 4,826 feet (1,471 meters).
Millard County County holds 5 documented ghost towns, including Black Rock, Clear Lake, McCornick — Hatton keeps them company on the map.
The story of Hatton
Utah's ghost towns split between failed Mormon farm villages and the rough mining camps the faithful mostly watched from a distance.
Hatton, formerly Petersburg, is an unincorporated community and near-ghost town in Millard County, Utah, United States. It lies at an elevation of 4,826 feet (1,471 meters).
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Hatton 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 Hatton 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 Hatton is roughly 38.8389, -112.4567 — 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
Hatton FAQs
01Where is Hatton located?
02What county is Hatton in?
03What is the history of Hatton?
04What remains at Hatton today?
05Can you visit Hatton?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Hatton, Utah”), CC BY-SA.
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