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Hebron

A ghost town of unknown status in Washington County County, Utah.

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

Quick Facts

State
Utah
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Hebron. Hebron is a ghost town on Shoal Creek in Washington County in southwestern Utah, United States. Hebron was inhabited from 1862 until 1902, when the already-declining town was mostly destroyed by an earthquake.

Washington County County holds 10 documented ghost towns, including Adventure, Duncan's Retreat, Fort Harmony — Hebron keeps them company on the map.

The story of Hebron

Utah's ghost towns split between failed Mormon farm villages and the rough mining camps the faithful mostly watched from a distance.

Hebron is a ghost town on Shoal Creek in Washington County in southwestern Utah, United States. Hebron was inhabited from 1862 until 1902, when the already-declining town was mostly destroyed by an earthquake. The present-day city of Enterprise, 6 miles (9.7 km) to the east, was settled largely by people leaving Hebron.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Hebron 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 Hebron 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.

Hebron FAQs

Where is Hebron located?
Hebron is in Washington County County, Utah. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Hebron in?
Hebron sits in Washington County County, Utah. See our full guide to ghost towns in Washington County County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Hebron?
Hebron is a ghost town on Shoal Creek in Washington County in southwestern Utah, United States. Hebron was inhabited from 1862 until 1902, when the already-declining town was mostly destroyed by an earthquake. The present-day city of Enterprise, 6 miles (9.
What remains at Hebron today?
The on-the-ground condition of Hebron 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 Hebron?
Here's the honest truth: access to Hebron 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 (“Hebron, Utah”), CC BY-SA.

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