A ghost town in Texas refers to a former community that now has only remnants of its past, with empty, decaying buildings and a sense of abandonment. These towns, some fully deserted and others slowly fading, offer a glimpse into what once was. Mansfield Photography has explored these captivating locations, capturing the eerie beauty of places on the brink of becoming forgotten history.
Dell City, Texas – A Desert Oasis with a Ghost Town Heart. Found in the vast expanse of the Chihuahuan Desert, Dell City, Texas, is a place unlike most small towns in the Lone Star State. Situated about 90 miles from El Paso, this town emerged in the mid-20th century, defying the arid landscape to…
Bradshaw, Texas – Ghost Town of the Cotton Era. Bradshaw, Texas, owed its existence to the generosity of the C.M. Bradshaw family, who donated the land that became the town’s foundation. Established in the early 20th century, it quickly grew into a bustling community. Located in Taylor County, the town flourished during an era when…
Catarina, Texas – The Ghostly Remains of a Texas Town. The story of this once-promising town begins in the early 1900s. Initially a small settlement, Catarina gained significance when the Asherton and Gulf Railway extended its line through the area. The town’s name is said to have come from a Mexican woman killed by Indians…
Rule, Texas – The Whispering Streets. In the vast expanse of West Texas lies a town whose history whispers through the streets and whose past echoes in the empty buildings. Welcome to the story of a town that once thrived with activity and now stands as a testament to days gone by. Founding and Naming…
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