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Ghost Towns in Lemhi County, Idaho

6 documented ghost towns

Lemhi County, Idaho, is home to 6 documented ghost towns — a concentrated dose of boom-and-bust history in a single county. From gold-rush camps to railroad sidings, the ghost towns of the American West trace the boom-and-bust cycles of mining frontiers. The names to know include Gilmore, Leesburg, Forney, Lees Camp, Shoup.

Where conditions are verified, expect 1 partial ruins and 1 foundations only sites. 2 towns are known to be publicly accessible — for the rest, verify land ownership before you go. Every town below gets its own full guide — with maps, visitor notes, and FAQs.

All Ghost Towns in Lemhi County

Lemhi County Ghost Town FAQs

How many ghost towns are in Lemhi County, Idaho?
6 ghost towns are documented in Lemhi County, Idaho, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in Lemhi County?
Standouts include Gilmore, Leesburg, Forney, Lees Camp, Shoup. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are Lemhi County's ghost towns in?
Among towns with verified conditions: 1 partial ruins, 1 foundations only. The rest are listed with unknown status until someone verifies them on the ground.
Can you visit the ghost towns in Lemhi County?
2 towns are known to be publicly accessible. For the rest, verify land ownership and access rules before visiting — and respect private property everywhere.