Terms of Use

Last updated: September 2026

By using Ghost Town USA you agree to these terms. The site is an informational directory of historic and abandoned places.

Accuracy disclaimer

Town histories, statuses, and access details are compiled from public records and change over time. We label genuinely unknown information as unknown rather than guessing, but errors are possible. Verify access conditions with the managing land agency before visiting, and report mistakes via our contact page so we can correct them.

Visit at your own risk

Abandoned places can be dangerous: unstable structures, open mine shafts, wildlife, and remote terrain. Never enter mines or unstable buildings, never trespass on private land, and leave artifacts undisturbed. You are responsible for your own safety and for obeying all laws and posted regulations.

Acceptable use

You may link to and quote the site with attribution. Do not scrape the directory en masse to republish it, misrepresent the content as your own, or use the site for unlawful purposes.

External links

The site links to third-party sources such as Wikipedia and Wikimedia Commons. We are not responsible for their content or policies.

Changes

These terms may be updated as the site evolves; continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the current terms.