Some sites from the past are perfectly preserved, while others have fallen into complete disarray. Sandor’s Ranch Park sadly falls into the latter category. Abandoned for several years now, the once-beloved attraction is slowly fading away. Though many of the park's features are still standing, they're in dilapidated states and may soon be gone forever. Luckily, we came across this footage, which will give you a glimpse of the long-forgotten park.
Hiding in the woods just off Highway 63 in the tiny village of Mason, you'll find the remains of Sandor’s Ranch Park.
During its heyday, the park featured a walking trail that was lined with wood carvings, artifacts, and displays.
The creation of Ed Sandor, the one-of-a-kind site started off as a farm and then evolved into a campground before being transformed into Sandor’s Ranch Park.
A longtime favorite, the park opened in the early 1960s.
Prone to flooding, the park was closed and abandoned around 2015.
Today, the paths and displays remain, though they are in varied states of decay.
Despite its current condition, the park has been dubbed a wonderland for the imagination, and we have to say, we agree.
Watch the video below for a virtual tour of Sandor’s Ranch Park.
Part eerie and part fascinating, the footage above, which is the work of Flashing Star Productions, provides a unique peek at the dilapidated park, don’t you think?
Do you remember Sandor’s Ranch Park? Did you ever visit? If so, when? Have you explored the site since it closed? Know of another fascinating abandoned spot? Tell us in the comments section.
This isn’t the only missed attraction from the past. You can read about another here.
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