Ghost Towns with Unknown Status in South Dakota

There are 87 ghost towns with unknown status documented in South Dakota. 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 Addie Camp, Albany, Allen's Camp, Allerton, Annie Creek. They cluster most densely in Lawrence County, Pennington County, Custer County. Because conditions here are unverified, treat every trip as true exploration: bring maps, water, and a backup plan, and respect private property.