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Carolina Ghost Towns

Carolina Ghost Towns

Written by: Tom Taylor
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 Carolina Ghost Towns is an exploration of the lost towns and communities in South Carolina, North Carolina, and occasionally GeorgiaCopyright 2024 All rights reserved. World
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  • Madison, South Carolina

    Madison, South Carolina
    Jan 20 2026

    Fort Madison, Old Madison, and New Madison were located on the Tugaloo River in the western part of Oconee County. Here are some of the links I used in this episode:

    • Incorporation of Madison
    • Tugaloo Corridor
    • Tugaloo Town
    • Trip to Long Nose Falls
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    18 mins
  • Fort Motte, South Carolina

    Fort Motte, South Carolina
    Jan 6 2026

    This week we visit the ghost town of Fort Motte, in Calhoun County, South Carolina. The town takes its name from a British garrison, which was named after the plantation owner, Rebecca Brewton Motte.

    Resources:

    • On the Road with Charles Kuralt
    • Fort Motte - Wikipedia
    • Siege of Fort Motte
    • Rebecca Motte
    • National Register of Historic Places
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    19 mins
  • Season 3 Trailer

    Season 3 Trailer
    Dec 18 2025

    The next season of Carolina Ghost Towns is about to drop! This season begins on January 6, with new episodes coming out every other Tuesday. Be sure to subscribe and recommend the show to your friends!
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    2 mins
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