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Bradshaw

A ghost town of unknown status in Taylor County, Texas.

By the Ghost Town USA research team · Last reviewed September 2026

Bradshaw ghost town, Texas
Photo: Bell Brand Snack Foods (Public domain) via Wikimedia Commons

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Bradshaw isn't the ghost town on the postcards, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about. Charles Marvin Bradshaw (March 13, 1936 – January 23, 2002) was an American professional football player who was an offensive tackle for 11 seasons in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the Pittsburgh Ste

Taylor County holds 2 documented ghost towns, including Audra — Bradshaw keeps them company on the map.

The story of Bradshaw

Texas ghost towns run the full arc: cattle railheads, cotton towns the boll weevil broke, and oil booms that went bust.

Charles Marvin Bradshaw (March 13, 1936 – January 23, 2002) was an American professional football player who was an offensive tackle for 11 seasons in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He served for a time as the head of the NFL Players Association. Bradshaw earned a law degree during the offseason and after his career practiced law in Dallas, Texas until the time of his death from cancer. Bradshaw played college football for the Baylor Bears.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Bradshaw is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Bradshaw is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Good to know

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.

Bradshaw FAQs

Where is Bradshaw located?
Bradshaw is in Taylor County, Texas. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Bradshaw in?
Bradshaw sits in Taylor County, Texas. See our full guide to ghost towns in Taylor County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Bradshaw?
Charles Marvin Bradshaw (March 13, 1936 – January 23, 2002) was an American professional football player who was an offensive tackle for 11 seasons in the National Football League (NFL), primarily with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
What remains at Bradshaw today?
The on-the-ground condition of Bradshaw is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Can you visit Bradshaw?
Here's the honest truth: access to Bradshaw is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Charlie Bradshaw (offensive tackle)”), CC BY-SA.

More Ghost Towns in Taylor County

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