Benton
The Forgotten Town
State: New Hampshire
County: Grafton County
Founded: 1764
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 400+
Benton is one of the most sparsely populated towns in New Hampshire. At its peak, it had nearly 500 residents. Today, fewer than 400 remain, scattered across remote hillside farms. Cellar holes and abandoned farms dot the landscape.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer/Fall
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Population declined for over a century
- Very remote and isolated
- Historic cellar holes throughout
Location
Address: Benton, NH
Coordinates: 44.05, -71.9167