Boomtowns are built on optimism; ghost towns are what's left when it runs out. Welcome to Hollister. Hollister is a town in Tillman County, Oklahoma, United States. The population was 35 as of the 2020 United States census.
Tillman County holds 3 documented ghost towns, including Eschiti, Loveland — Hollister keeps them company on the map.
The story of Hollister
Oklahoma's ghost towns got it from both sides — oil booms that built them overnight and the Dust Bowl that emptied them.
Hollister is a town in Tillman County, Oklahoma, United States. The population was 35 as of the 2020 United States census. The town is located about 12 driving miles east-southeast of the county seat of Frederick, and is located along Oklahoma State Highway 54.
What you'll find today
The on-the-ground condition of Hollister 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.
Getting there
Here's the honest truth: access to Hollister 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. The mapped point for Hollister is roughly 34.3408, -98.8711 — use it as a starting point and cross-reference a current topographic map before leaving pavement.
Good to know
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.
Survey Map
Approximate position — verify access locally before visiting
Hollister FAQs
01Where is Hollister located?
02What county is Hollister in?
03What is the history of Hollister?
04What remains at Hollister today?
05Can you visit Hollister?
Sources: account based on Wikipedia (“Hollister, Oklahoma”), CC BY-SA.
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