Bolster

Washington's ghost towns are mill towns and mining camps in country so green the forest is already taking them back.

A bolster is a type of pillow or cushion. Bolster may also refer to: Bolster (knife), the thick metal portion of a knife joining the handle and the blade Bolster (surname) Bolster, Washington, a ghost town in Okanogan County, Washington Bolster the Giant, a giant in Cornish legend Bolster plate, part of a stamping press Span bolster, railroad terminology Truck bolster, railroad terminology USS Bolster (ARS-38), a Diver-class rescue and salvage ship A type of Chisel

The on-the-ground condition of Bolster is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

Here's the honest truth: access to Bolster is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.