Ghost Towns in Wood County, Texas
2 documented ghost towns
Wood County, Texas, is home to 2 documented ghost towns — 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 include Coke, Dumas.
On-the-ground conditions here are largely unverified, so treat this county guide as a launchpad for your own research. 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 Wood County
Wood County Ghost Town FAQs
How many ghost towns are in Wood County, Texas?
2 ghost towns are documented in Wood County, Texas, each with its own guide on this page.
What are the most notable ghost towns in Wood County?
Standouts include Coke, Dumas. Browse the full list below — featured towns have the most complete guides.
What condition are Wood County's ghost towns in?
Conditions are largely unverified for this county's ghost towns — they're listed with unknown status until explorers confirm what remains.
Can you visit the ghost towns in Wood 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.