Hampton

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

Gary Hampton was an American former football coach. He was the 33rd head football coach at Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas serving for two seasons, from 1979 to 1980, and compiling a record of 6–14. Hampton played college football at as a linebacker at Kansas Wesleyan University. Before being hired at Washburn, he was an assistant football and head golf coach at Idaho State University.

The on-the-ground condition of Hampton 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.

Here's the honest truth: access to Hampton 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.

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.