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Turnerville

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

By the Ghost Town USA research team Last reviewed September 2026

Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Turnerville. Turnerville may refer to: Turnerville, Georgia, an unincorporated community Turnerville, Kansas, an unincorporated community Turnerville, Wyoming, an unincorporated community

Graham County holds 12 documented ghost towns, including Fargo, Happy, Houston — Turnerville keeps them company on the map.

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The story of Turnerville

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

Turnerville may refer to: Turnerville, Georgia, an unincorporated community Turnerville, Kansas, an unincorporated community Turnerville, Wyoming, an unincorporated community

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What you'll find today

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

01Where is Turnerville located?
Turnerville is in Graham County, Kansas. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
02What county is Turnerville in?
Turnerville sits in Graham County, Kansas. See our full guide to ghost towns in Graham County for its neighbors.
03What is the history of Turnerville?
Turnerville may refer to: Turnerville, Georgia, an unincorporated community Turnerville, Kansas, an unincorporated community Turnerville, Wyoming, an unincorporated community
04What remains at Turnerville today?
The on-the-ground condition of Turnerville 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 Turnerville?
Here's the honest truth: access to Turnerville 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 (“Turnerville”), CC BY-SA.

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