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Rushland

A ghost town of unknown status in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

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

Rushland ghost town, Pennsylvania
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Quick Facts

Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Rushland doesn't need a haunted reputation — the empty streets do the talking. Rushland is an unincorporated community that is located in the northwestern corner of Wrightstown Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States.

Bucks County holds 2 documented ghost towns, including Tohickon Village — Rushland keeps them company on the map.

The story of Rushland

Pennsylvania invented the American company town — coal patches and oil booms that burned bright and short.

Rushland is an unincorporated community that is located in the northwestern corner of Wrightstown Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Rushland 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 Rushland 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.

Rushland FAQs

Where is Rushland located?
Rushland is in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Rushland in?
Rushland sits in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. See our full guide to ghost towns in Bucks County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Rushland?
Rushland is an unincorporated community that is located in the northwestern corner of Wrightstown Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States.
What remains at Rushland today?
The on-the-ground condition of Rushland 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 Rushland?
Here's the honest truth: access to Rushland 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 (“Rushland, Pennsylvania”), CC BY-SA.

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