Beyond the abandoned ghost town, Egmont Key also features a broad shoreline, which is great for visitors who want to relax on the beach or hunt down shells. Ruins can be found along Egmont Key's ...

The ghost town — Fort Dade — is located on Egmont Key, which is only accessible via boat at the mouth of Tampa Bay. “Although the lighthouse is still in operation, the rest of the town is in ...

Some say Florida has more than 200 ghost towns. Here's a list of some and the story of one that was founded by a 19th-century Florida governor.

Residents of Florida 'Ghost Town' Go to War With Local Developer Over Plans To Revive Crumbling Riverfront Community. By Lisa Johnson Mandell, provided by Provided By. June 22, 2025.

One of Florida's many ghost towns was founded by its twelfth governor, who was also a magnate in the lumber business. The town came about after the Civil War and declined throughout the 1900s.

A Florida buyer has expressed interest in purchasing the abandoned Ghost Town in the Sky amusement park in Maggie Valley. The potential buyer envisions a family-friendly venue with country music, ...

Residents of Florida 'Ghost Town' Go to War With Local Developer Over Plans To Revive Crumbling Riverfront Community. By Lisa Johnson Mandell, provided by Provided By. June 22, 2025.