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Jackson

A ghost town of unknown status in Box Elder County County, Utah.

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

Jackson ghost town, Utah
Photo: Matthew Addie (CC BY 2.0) via Wikimedia Commons

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 Jackson. Mark A. Jackson (born April 1, 1965) is an American former professional basketball player who was a point guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the St.

Box Elder County County holds 12 documented ghost towns, including Blue Creek, Cedar Creek, Golden — Jackson keeps them company on the map.

The story of Jackson

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

Mark A. Jackson (born April 1, 1965) is an American former professional basketball player who was a point guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the St. John's Red Storm and was selected by the New York Knicks in the first round of the 1987 NBA draft with the 18th overall pick. He played in the NBA for the Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers, Indiana Pacers, Denver Nuggets, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz, and Houston Rockets in a career spanning from 1987 to 2004.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Jackson 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 Jackson 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.

Jackson FAQs

Where is Jackson located?
Jackson is in Box Elder County County, Utah. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Jackson in?
Jackson sits in Box Elder County County, Utah. See our full guide to ghost towns in Box Elder County County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Jackson?
Mark A. Jackson (born April 1, 1965) is an American former professional basketball player who was a point guard in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He played college basketball for the St.
What remains at Jackson today?
The on-the-ground condition of Jackson 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 Jackson?
Here's the honest truth: access to Jackson 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 (“Mark Jackson”), CC BY-SA.

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