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Cadron

A ghost town of unknown status in Faulkner County, Arkansas.

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

Cadron ghost town, Arkansas
Photo: Valis55 (CC BY-SA 3.0) via Wikimedia Commons

Quick Facts

Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Every ghost town is a bet that didn't pay off. Cadron just shows the receipt more honestly than most. Cadron Settlement Park (archaically Cadron) is a 150-acre (61 ha) public park located in Conway, Arkansas. It is operated by the city of Conway under a lease from the Corps of Engineers.

Faulkner County holds 2 documented ghost towns, including Pinnacle Springs — Cadron keeps them company on the map.

The story of Cadron

Arkansas ghost towns are lead and zinc mines, timber towns, and railroad stops in the Ozarks and the Delta.

Cadron Settlement Park (archaically Cadron) is a 150-acre (61 ha) public park located in Conway, Arkansas. It is operated by the city of Conway under a lease from the Corps of Engineers. The public park was established on October 14, 1979, and features a reconstructed blockhouse, boat launch, hiking trails, restrooms, picnic areas, pavilion, handicapped trails and parking areas, and interpretive signs. The Faulkner County Historical Society hosts public events in the blockhouse.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Cadron 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 Cadron 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.

Cadron FAQs

Where is Cadron located?
Cadron is in Faulkner County, Arkansas. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Cadron in?
Cadron sits in Faulkner County, Arkansas. See our full guide to ghost towns in Faulkner County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Cadron?
Cadron Settlement Park (archaically Cadron) is a 150-acre (61 ha) public park located in Conway, Arkansas. It is operated by the city of Conway under a lease from the Corps of Engineers.
What remains at Cadron today?
The on-the-ground condition of Cadron 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 Cadron?
Here's the honest truth: access to Cadron 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 (“Cadron Settlement Park”), CC BY-SA.

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