Tarver

Georgia's ghost towns are gold-rush towns from 1829, cotton ports, and kaolin and lumber settlements.

Malcolm Connor Tarver (September 25, 1885 – March 5, 1960) was a U.S. representative from Georgia. Born in Rural Vale, Georgia, Tarver attended the public schools. He was graduated from the law department of Mercer University, Macon, Georgia, in 1904. He was admitted to the bar the same year and commenced practice in Dalton, Georgia. He served as member of the State house of representatives 1909-1912. He served in the State senate in 1913 and 1914. He served as judge of the superior courts, Cherokee Circuit, Georgia from 1917 to 1927.

The on-the-ground condition of Tarver 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 Tarver 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.