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Magnet

A ghost town of unknown status in Perry County, Indiana.

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

Quick Facts

State
Indiana
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

If walls could talk, Magnet would never shut up. Lucky for visitors, they mostly just stand there. Magnet is an unincorporated community along the Ohio River in Union Township, Perry County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.

Magnet is the lone documented ghost town in Perry County — for now.

The story of Magnet

Indiana's ghost towns are canal towns, coal camps, and railroad stops the interstates finished off.

Magnet is an unincorporated community along the Ohio River in Union Township, Perry County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Magnet 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 Magnet 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.

Magnet FAQs

Where is Magnet located?
Magnet is in Perry County, Indiana. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Magnet in?
Magnet sits in Perry County, Indiana. See our full guide to ghost towns in Perry County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Magnet?
Magnet is an unincorporated community along the Ohio River in Union Township, Perry County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
What remains at Magnet today?
The on-the-ground condition of Magnet 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 Magnet?
Here's the honest truth: access to Magnet 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 (“Magnet, Indiana”), CC BY-SA.

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