Ghost Towns with Unknown Status in West Virginia

There are 102 ghost towns with unknown status documented in West Virginia. 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 Algoma, Ames, Bachman, Bartley, Beartown. They cluster most densely in Fayette County, McDowell County, Mingo County. Because conditions here are unverified, treat every trip as true exploration: bring maps, water, and a backup plan, and respect private property.