Locust Grove

Oregon's ghost towns are timber camps and high-desert gold strikes, preserved by dry air and long distances.

Locust Grove is an unincorporated community and ghost town in Sherman County, Oregon, United States. It is located on Oregon Route 206, six miles west of Wasco. Established in 1895, the town's last burial occurred in 1914, and it has remained unoccupied since.

The on-the-ground condition of Locust Grove 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.

Here's the honest truth: access to Locust Grove 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 Locust Grove is roughly 45.5986, -120.7889 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.

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.