Randall isn't the ghost town on the postcards, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about. Randall is a former town in Helt Township, Vermillion County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. Randall is also 1.6 miles northwest of another extinct town: Toronto, on W County Road 700 S.
Vermillion County holds 3 documented ghost towns, including Quaker, Toronto — Randall keeps them company on the map.
The story of Randall
Indiana's ghost towns are canal towns, coal camps, and railroad stops the interstates finished off.
Randall is a former town in Helt Township, Vermillion County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. Randall is also 1.6 miles northwest of another extinct town: Toronto, on W County Road 700 S. The nearest extant community is the town of Dana, to the northeast.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Randall 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 Randall 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 Randall is roughly 39.7750, -87.5225 — 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
Randall FAQs
01Where is Randall located?
02What county is Randall in?
03What is the history of Randall?
04What remains at Randall today?
05Can you visit Randall?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Randall, Indiana”), CC BY-SA.
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