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Torrey

A ghost town of unknown status in Hardee County, Florida.

By the Ghost Town USA research team · Last reviewed September 2026

Torrey ghost town, Florida
Photo: Lindsay A. Mogle/AHL (CC BY 2.0) via Wikimedia Commons

Quick Facts

State
Florida
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

There's a particular quiet you only find where a town used to be. Torrey has it. William Arthur Torrey (June 23, 1934 – May 2, 2018) was a Canadian hockey executive. He served as a general manager in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Oakland Seals, New York Islanders, and Florida Panthers.

Hardee County holds 11 documented ghost towns, including Buchanan, College Hill, Crewsville — Torrey keeps them company on the map.

The story of Torrey

Florida's ghost towns are railroad towns Flagler built, 1920s land-boom subdivisions that busted, and phosphate and turpentine camps.

William Arthur Torrey (June 23, 1934 – May 2, 2018) was a Canadian hockey executive. He served as a general manager in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Oakland Seals, New York Islanders, and Florida Panthers. He developed the Islanders into a dynasty that won the Stanley Cup four consecutive times. He was often called "The Architect", or "Bow Tie Bill" for the bow tie he wore.

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Torrey 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 Torrey 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.

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.

Torrey FAQs

Where is Torrey located?
Torrey is in Hardee County, Florida. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Torrey in?
Torrey sits in Hardee County, Florida. See our full guide to ghost towns in Hardee County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Torrey?
William Arthur Torrey (June 23, 1934 – May 2, 2018) was a Canadian hockey executive. He served as a general manager in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Oakland Seals, New York Islanders, and Florida Panthers.
What remains at Torrey today?
The on-the-ground condition of Torrey 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.
Can you visit Torrey?
Here's the honest truth: access to Torrey 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.

Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Bill Torrey”), CC BY-SA.

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