Ghost Towns with Unknown Status in Missouri

There are 37 ghost towns with unknown status documented in Missouri. 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 Ark, Bloodland, Cave, Columbia, Cookville. They cluster most densely in St. Charles County, Pulaski County, Taney County.

Because conditions here are unverified, treat every trip as true exploration: bring maps, water, and a backup plan, and respect private property.