Ghost Towns with Unknown Status in Washington

There are 142 ghost towns with unknown status documented in Washington. 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 Alderdale, Almota, Alpine (King County), Alpine (Skagit County), Alto. They cluster most densely in Whitman County County, King County County, Adams County County. Because conditions here are unverified, treat every trip as true exploration: bring maps, water, and a backup plan, and respect private property.