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Sumpter. A circa 1900 view of the north end of Mill Street in Sumpter. (Courtesy of Baker County Library District) Enlarge Image. According to local legend, Sumpter’s early settlers found a large, round stone which reminded them of a cannonball and, inexplicably, Fort Sumter in South Carolina.
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Nestled within the majestic Blue Mountains of Sumpter, Oregon, is a town steeped in history that offers a unique glimpse into the past. Named after Fort Sumter in South Carolina, the town’s primary…
The Gold Rush Ghost Town of Sumpter Oregon once sported seven hotels, sixteen saloons, three newspapers, two churches, an opera house, and more.
Located amidst the picturesque Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon, Sumpter is a charming ghost town with a fascinating history. From its humble beginnings as a gold mining boomtown to its current status…
Joe Bush is a legendary ghost that allegedly haunts the Sumpter Valley Gold Dredge in Sumpter, Oregon, United States. According to legend, dredge workers on the No. 42 dredge at Sumpter Valley claim the ghost leaves wet, bare footprints on the dredge's decks, causes lights to flicker, and doors to open and close unexpectedly. [1]
Rich in mining history, Sumpter, Oregon boasts impressive trail access, several nearby ghost towns, and one massive testament to the mining heritage of Northeast Oregon. Visit. Gateway to the Blue Mountains. Sumpter, a small town buried deep in the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon, stands as a monument to times gone by.
25 Φεβ 2013 · Sumpter Oregon Ghost Town History. Sumpter is most likely one of Oregon’s most famous Ghost Towns. Located in Baker County, roughly 30 miles west of Baker City, these days it’s a small community of just over 200 residents.
