Ghost Towns in Burleigh County, North Dakota
2 documented ghost towns
Burleigh County, North Dakota, is home to 2 documented ghost towns — a concentrated dose of boom-and-bust history in a single county. Railroad towns, homestead settlements, and agricultural communities dot the Plains — many faded when the rails moved on or the dust settled. The names to know include Arena, Pierce.
Where conditions are verified, expect 1 living historic 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 Burleigh County
Burleigh County Ghost Town FAQs
How many ghost towns are in Burleigh County, North Dakota?
2 ghost towns are documented in Burleigh County, North Dakota, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in Burleigh County?
Standouts include Arena, Pierce. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are Burleigh County's ghost towns in?
Among towns with verified conditions: 1 living historic. The rest are listed with unknown status until someone verifies them on the ground.
Can you visit the ghost towns in Burleigh 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.