Ghost Towns in Taylor County, West Virginia
1 documented ghost town
Taylor County, West Virginia, is home to 1 documented ghost town — a concentrated dose of boom-and-bust history in a single county. Southern ghost towns rose with cotton, timber, oil, and river commerce — and fell to floods, fires, changing trade routes, and the boll weevil. The names to know starts with Stone House.
On-the-ground conditions here are largely unverified, so treat this county guide as a launchpad for your own research. Access details are thin across this group, so research each town before setting out. Every town below gets its own full guide — with maps, visitor notes, and FAQs.
All Ghost Towns in Taylor County
Taylor County Ghost Town FAQs
How many ghost towns are in Taylor County, West Virginia?
1 ghost town is documented in Taylor County, West Virginia, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in Taylor County?
Standouts include Stone House. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are Taylor County's ghost towns in?
Conditions are largely unverified for this county's ghost towns — they're listed with unknown status until explorers confirm what remains.
Can you visit the ghost towns in Taylor County?
Access information is limited for these towns. Verify land ownership and local rules before visiting any site, and respect private property at all times.