Marshfield doesn't need a haunted reputation — the empty streets do the talking. Marshfield is a census-designated place in Steuben Township, Warren County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Marshfield had a population of 41.
Marshfield is the lone documented ghost town in Scott County — for now.
The story of Marshfield
Indiana's ghost towns are canal towns, coal camps, and railroad stops the interstates finished off.
Marshfield is a census-designated place in Steuben Township, Warren County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Marshfield had a population of 41.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Marshfield 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 Marshfield 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 Marshfield is roughly 40.2506, -87.4519 — 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
Marshfield FAQs
01Where is Marshfield located?
02What county is Marshfield in?
03What is the history of Marshfield?
04What remains at Marshfield today?
05Can you visit Marshfield?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Marshfield, Indiana”), CC BY-SA.
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