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Saunders

A ghost town of unknown status in Rush County, Kansas.

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Some places earn their silence — and Saunders is one of them. Khalen Saunders (born August 9, 1996) is an American professional football defensive tackle.

Rush County holds 12 documented ghost towns, including Belfield, Brookdale, Fenton — Saunders keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Saunders

Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.

Khalen Saunders (born August 9, 1996) is an American professional football defensive tackle. He played college football for the Western Illinois Leathernecks and was selected in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft by the Kansas City Chiefs. Saunders has also played in the NFL for the New Orleans Saints.

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Saunders 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.

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Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Saunders 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.

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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.

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Survey Map

Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting

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Saunders FAQs

01Where is Saunders located?
Saunders is in Rush County, Kansas. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
02What county is Saunders in?
Saunders sits in Rush County, Kansas. See our full guide to ghost towns in Rush County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Saunders?
Khalen Saunders (born August 9, 1996) is an American professional football defensive tackle. He played college football for the Western Illinois Leathernecks and was selected in the third round of the 2019 NFL draft by the Kansas City Chiefs.
04What remains at Saunders today?
The on-the-ground condition of Saunders 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.
05Can you visit Saunders?
Here's the honest truth: access to Saunders 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: account based on Wikipedia (“Khalen Saunders”), CC BY-SA.

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