Thurber, Texas - population about 10 - is considered to be Texas' premier ghost town. Here's why: barely 100 years ago, Thurber used to have 9,000 residents. Today, it's merely a pit stop on Interstate 20.

Thurber began as a company-owned town. The Texas and Pacific railroad owned the mineral rights to the vast (and only) bituminous coal
deposits in Texas, and lured thousands of skilled coal miners from the north and from Europe to get it out. Setting up a small settlement ringed by tree-covered hilltops, Thurber, which was named after one of the majority shareholders in the company, quickly grew as
businesses set up shop.

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Top Erath County Hotel Reviews

Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Glen Rose

10/10 Excellent

"Good place"

Comfort Suites Granbury

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was awesome. Very clean lobby and room. Breakfast was hot with many choices. Quiet location. Hotel staff very friendly and accommodating. Hot tub could have been hotter but still relaxing. Pool and hot tub area very clean and towels provided. Will definitely stay here again when in the area."