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Thomas

A ghost town of unknown status in Linn County County, Oregon.

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Thomas ghost town, Oregon
Plate I — Thomas, OregonPhoto: Jeffrey Beall (CC BY 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons

Some places earn their silence — and Thomas is one of them. De'Anthony Marquies Thomas (born January 5, 1993) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver and return specialist in the National Football League (NFL).

Linn County County holds 9 documented ghost towns, including Boston, Burlington, Cascadia — Thomas keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Thomas

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

De'Anthony Marquies Thomas (born January 5, 1993) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver and return specialist in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Oregon Ducks and was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the fourth round of the 2014 NFL draft. He also played for the Baltimore Ravens.

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What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Thomas 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 Thomas 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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Thomas FAQs

01Where is Thomas located?
Thomas is in Linn County County, Oregon. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
02What county is Thomas in?
Thomas sits in Linn County County, Oregon. See our full guide to ghost towns in Linn County County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Thomas?
De'Anthony Marquies Thomas (born January 5, 1993) is an American former professional football player who was a wide receiver and return specialist in the National Football League (NFL).
04What remains at Thomas today?
The on-the-ground condition of Thomas 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 Thomas?
Here's the honest truth: access to Thomas 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 (“De'Anthony Thomas”), CC BY-SA.

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