Grafton

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Grafton

Ghost Town UT • Washington County
Description
Mormon pioneer settlement and farming community turned ghost town near Zion National Park. One of the most photographed ghost towns in Utah.
Historical Notes
Settled 1859, abandoned by 1920s due to flooding and economic hardship. Several well-maintained historic buildings (including a picturesque schoolhouse and cemetery) sit against a stunning red-rock backdrop.
Status / Verification preserved — Verified

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