Ghost Towns in Desha County, Arkansas
1 documented ghost town
Desha County, Arkansas, is home to 1 documented ghost town — a concentrated dose of boom-and-bust history in a single county. Southern ghost towns rose with cotton, timber, oil, and river commerce — and fell to floods, fires, changing trade routes, and the boll weevil. The names to know starts with Napoleon.
Where conditions are verified, expect 1 flooded sites. Access details are thin across this group, so research each town before setting out. Every town below gets its own full guide — with maps, visitor notes, and FAQs.
All Ghost Towns in Desha County
Desha County Ghost Town FAQs
How many ghost towns are in Desha County, Arkansas?
1 ghost town is documented in Desha County, Arkansas, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in Desha County?
Standouts include Napoleon. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are Desha County's ghost towns in?
Among towns with verified conditions: 1 flooded. The rest are listed with unknown status until someone verifies them on the ground.
Can you visit the ghost towns in Desha County?
Access information is limited for these towns. Verify land ownership and local rules before visiting any site, and respect private property at all times.