Ghost Towns with Unknown Status in Iowa

There are 51 ghost towns with unknown status documented in Iowa. These places are recorded as ghost towns, but what survives on the ground has not been verified. Treat any visit as exploration: conditions may range from standing buildings to an empty field.

Notable examples include Big Spring, Bryantsburg, Buchanan, Buckhorn, Buxton. They cluster most densely in Marion County, Buchanan County, Jackson County. Because conditions here are unverified, treat every trip as true exploration: bring maps, water, and a backup plan, and respect private property.