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Sumpter is a historic mining town in Oregon’s Blue Mountains, established in 1862 during the gold rush era. Today, Sumpter’s economy is driven by tourism and recreation, offering visitors a glimpse into the past while also providing opportunities for modern-day recreation.
The town also provides a historic Narrow Gauge Railroad, where tourists can experience the early 1900s by taking a steam engine tour of the area. On Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends and on the 4th of July, the town comes alive with one of the most popular Flea Markets in the state.
We invite you to come discover the history of the gold in Sumpter, Oregon. Gather your friends, family, and four-legged pets (yes, dogs are welcome on the property with leash) and head up the scenic drive to our oasis in the Elkhorns. Come breathe the fresh mountain air, hear the sound of the Powder River, and experience the history of the Gold.
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…
28 Αυγ 2024 · It’s now one of Oregon’s ‘ghost towns,’ and walking around is like taking a step back into the 1950s. It’s fascinating to experience! If you’re visiting Sumpter on a holiday weekend, you can’t miss going into the Sumpter Municipal Museum.
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.
5 Απρ 2016 · Tucked away in the trees and nestled in Oregon’s Elkhorn Mountain Range, lies the historic gold mining town of Sumpter. Three Carolinans settled here in the 1960s and started farming. They called their homestead Fort Sumter, but when gold was found and the valley was overrun with Northern sympathizer miners, the name was changed to Sumpter.
