There are approximately 3,800 abandoned ghost towns scattered across the United States—and even more abandoned buildings and destinations, including everything from homes and hospitals to high schools. Often left to be reclaimed by nature, these relics offer a unique glimpse into the past. Vacant features fascinating abandoned destinations across America. Discover ghost towns, an amusement park, a military fort, and more—if you dare.
No One Knows Exactly When This Almost Abandoned Ghost Town in Virginia Was Founded
The ghost town of Pamplin, Virginia, was once a thriving railroad boomtown before its fortunes changed.
The Ghost Town That Is Situated in Both Texas and New Mexico
A former railroad town and Route 66 rest stop, only ruins remain in Glenrio
There Is an Abandoned Taco Bell Hiding in the Arizona Desert
Left to ruin the abandoned Taco Bell in Arizona stands as a decaying masterpiece amidst the forgotten desert landscape.
This Ghost Town Was Once One of the Oldest Mormon Settlements in Utah
Verdure is more than just an abandoned town in southern Utah. It gives us a glimpse into a thriving pioneer community from decades ago.
The Desert Community in Southern California That Has Long Become Abandoned
Desert Center was once a bustling town and rest stop thriving in the harsh Southern California desert.
This Abandoned Military Fort in Oregon Was Attacked by a Japanese Submarine in WWII
Discover the eerie allure of an abandoned military fort in Oregon. Its haunting history makes it a must-visit for fans of creepy adventures!
This Abandoned Battery Along the Washington Coast Is Beautifully Eerie
There are numerous fascinating abandoned places in Washington, but the abandoned Battery 247 is particularly intriguing... and eerie.
The Catholic Retreat Center in Pennsylvania That Now Sits Abandoned
Once a thriving community for local youth, the Gilmary Catholic Retreat Center is now only a memory.
The Abandoned Hospital in New York With a Long and Storied History
Niagara Falls is home to an abandoned hospital in New York, and this historic building is a shocking shadow of its former self...
The Abandoned Castle in West Virginia That Was Never Finished or Occupied
Mount Wood Castle is a compelling piece of history in Wheeler, West Virginia, and its crumbling facade is what remains of a home that had so much potential.
