Hickory Ridge

Virginia's ghost towns layer colonial-era settlements, Civil War casualties, and coal camps in the western counties.

Hickory Ridge may refer to several places in the United States: Hickory Ridge, Alabama Hickory Ridge, Arkansas Hickory Ridge, Delaware Hickory Ridge, Illinois Hickory Ridge, Indiana Hickory Ridge, Maryland Hickory Ridge, Columbia, Maryland Hickory Ridge (Highland, Maryland), a historic slave plantation Hickory Ridge, Michigan Hickory Ridge, Missouri Hickory Ridge, Pennsylvania Hickory Ridge, Texas Hickory Ridge, Virginia

The on-the-ground condition of Hickory Ridge 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 Hickory Ridge 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.