Ghost Towns in St. Louis County, Missouri
1 documented ghost town
St. Louis County, Missouri, is home to 1 documented ghost town — 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 starts with Times Beach. Where conditions are verified, expect 1 demolished 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 St. Louis County
St. Louis County Ghost Town FAQs
How many ghost towns are in St. Louis County, Missouri?
1 ghost town is documented in St. Louis County, Missouri, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in St. Louis County?
Standouts include Times Beach. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are St. Louis County's ghost towns in?
Among towns with verified conditions: 1 demolished. The rest are listed with unknown status until someone verifies them on the ground.
Can you visit the ghost towns in St. Louis 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.