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Lang

A ghost town of unknown status in Carroll County, Georgia.

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

Quick Facts

State
Georgia
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Lang. David Marshall Lang (6 May 1924 – 20 March 1991), was a Professor of Caucasian Studies, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.

Lang is the lone documented ghost town in Carroll County — for now.

The story of Lang

Georgia's ghost towns are gold-rush towns from 1829, cotton ports, and kaolin and lumber settlements.

David Marshall Lang (6 May 1924 – 20 March 1991), was a Professor of Caucasian Studies, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. He was one of the most productive British scholars who specialized in Georgian, Armenian and ancient Bulgarian history.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Lang 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 Lang 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.

Lang FAQs

Where is Lang located?
Lang is in Carroll County, Georgia. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Lang in?
Lang sits in Carroll County, Georgia. See our full guide to ghost towns in Carroll County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Lang?
David Marshall Lang (6 May 1924 – 20 March 1991), was a Professor of Caucasian Studies, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.
What remains at Lang today?
The on-the-ground condition of Lang 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 Lang?
Here's the honest truth: access to Lang 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 (“David Marshall Lang”), CC BY-SA.

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