Ghost Towns in Phelps County, Missouri
2 documented ghost towns
Phelps County, Missouri, is home to 2 documented ghost towns — a concentrated dose of boom-and-bust history in a single county. The Midwest's ghost towns grew around lead and coal mining, river trade, and early railroads, then emptied as industry consolidated. The names to know include Arlington, Doolittle.
Where conditions are verified, expect 1 foundations only sites. 1 town is known to be publicly accessible — for the rest, verify land ownership before you go. Every town below gets its own full guide — with maps, visitor notes, and FAQs.
All Ghost Towns in Phelps County
Phelps County Ghost Town FAQs
How many ghost towns are in Phelps County, Missouri?
2 ghost towns are documented in Phelps County, Missouri, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in Phelps County?
Standouts include Arlington, Doolittle. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are Phelps County's ghost towns in?
Among towns with verified conditions: 1 foundations only. The rest are listed with unknown status until someone verifies them on the ground.
Can you visit the ghost towns in Phelps County?
1 town is known to be publicly accessible. For the rest, verify land ownership and access rules before visiting — and respect private property everywhere.