You don't stumble onto Tyrone by accident. That's rather the point. Tyrone is a census-designated place in Grant County, New Mexico, United States. It is named for County Tyrone in Ireland. Its population was 637 at the 2010 census and 712 at the 2020 census.
Grant County County holds 5 documented ghost towns, including Carpenter, Old Hachita, Pinos Altos — Tyrone keeps them company on the map.
The story of Tyrone
New Mexico's ghost towns layer Spanish-era villages, railroad creations, and coal camps across a single stark landscape.
Tyrone is a census-designated place in Grant County, New Mexico, United States. It is named for County Tyrone in Ireland. Its population was 637 at the 2010 census and 712 at the 2020 census.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Tyrone 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 Tyrone 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 Tyrone is roughly 32.7100, -108.3028 — 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
Tyrone FAQs
01Where is Tyrone located?
02What county is Tyrone in?
03What is the history of Tyrone?
04What remains at Tyrone today?
05Can you visit Tyrone?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Tyrone, New Mexico”), CC BY-SA.
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