Quick Facts
- State
- Kansas
- County
- Sheridan County
- Status
- Unknown Status
- Access
- Unknown Access
- Coordinates
- Not recorded
Lucerne isn't the ghost town on the postcards, which is exactly why it's worth knowing about. Lucerne is a ghost town in Adell Township, Sheridan County, Kansas, United States. It is approximately 18 miles northeast of the county seat of Hoxie.
Sheridan County holds 9 documented ghost towns, including Adell, Alcyone, Chicago — Lucerne keeps them company on the map.
The story of Lucerne
Kansas ghost towns are what happens when the railroad changes its mind and the wheat stops paying.
Lucerne is a ghost town in Adell Township, Sheridan County, Kansas, United States. It is approximately 18 miles northeast of the county seat of Hoxie.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Lucerne 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 Lucerne 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.
Lucerne FAQs
Where is Lucerne located?
What county is Lucerne in?
What is the history of Lucerne?
What remains at Lucerne today?
Can you visit Lucerne?
Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Lucerne, Kansas”), CC BY-SA.