Monohon isn't the ghost town on the postcards, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about. Carol Monohon was an American politician who served in the Washington State House for the 19th district. She also served in the senate.
King County County holds 14 documented ghost towns, including Alpine (King County), Barneston, Franklin — Monohon keeps them company on the map.
The story of Monohon
Washington's ghost towns are mill towns and mining camps in country so green the forest is already taking them back.
Carol Monohon was an American politician who served in the Washington State House for the 19th district. She also served in the senate.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Monohon 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 Monohon 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
Monohon FAQs
01Where is Monohon located?
02What county is Monohon in?
03What is the history of Monohon?
04What remains at Monohon today?
05Can you visit Monohon?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Carol Monohon”), CC BY-SA.
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