These Three Towns In Massachusetts Have No Population At All

I enjoy exploring abandoned places, especially those that have been deserted for decades. Given that Massachusetts was one of the first areas settled in the United States, it’s no surprise that uninhabited towns can be found throughout the Bay State. Even though these towns have been abandoned for many years, there is still a rich history waiting to be uncovered on your next hike.

Before we explore the list of ghost towns, please take a moment to imagine what these places were like during their peak. Some of these locations are ones I didn't even realize were once actual towns; in the past, they were often referred to as villages. Now, without further ado, let's discover three hidden ghost towns in Massachusetts.

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The lighthouse in Provincetown's harbor is called Monomoy Point Light. It was built in 1849 using cast iron, replacing an older wooden tower and a brick lantern room that had previously been atop the keeper's house. Unfortunately, the lighthouse was decommissioned in 1923 for reasons that are still unclear.

This historic landmark was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 1, 1979.

Among all the hidden ghost towns in Massachusetts, my favorite is the former Whitewash Village. It’s located in one of my favorite summer vacation spots: Provincetown. I plan to add this place to my bucket list of places to explore. Does anyone have a boat I can borrow?