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Crow

A ghost town of unknown status in Phillips County, Kansas.

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

Crow ghost town, Kansas
Photo: United States District Court for the District of Kansas (Public domain) via Wikimedia Commons

Quick Facts

State
Kansas
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Some places earn their silence — and Crow is one of them. Samuel Alfred Crow (May 5, 1926 – December 2, 2022) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Kansas.

Phillips County holds 11 documented ghost towns, including Dickeyville, Goode, Jimtown — Crow keeps them company on the map.

The story of Crow

Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.

Samuel Alfred Crow (May 5, 1926 – December 2, 2022) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Kansas.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Crow 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 Crow 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.

Crow FAQs

Where is Crow located?
Crow is in Phillips County, Kansas. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Crow in?
Crow sits in Phillips County, Kansas. See our full guide to ghost towns in Phillips County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Crow?
Samuel Alfred Crow (May 5, 1926 – December 2, 2022) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Kansas.
What remains at Crow today?
The on-the-ground condition of Crow 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 Crow?
Here's the honest truth: access to Crow 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 (“Sam A. Crow”), CC BY-SA.

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