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Welcome to Sumpter Oregon!
Sumpter is a small, sleepy, historic gold mining town that was born amid
the rush for gold in Eastern Oregon which began in this area in 1861. 
Gold was discovered in the Sumpter area in 1862 read more......... We now have less than 200 year-round residents in Sumpter and to look around here now....... it's kind of hard to imagine that Sumpter was once a thriving, hard working gold mining town with a population of well over 5000 people! (of course......thats not counting Chinese, Women, or the Children.........!) Check the Weather or get directions The July 4th Flea Market is just around the corner and now it's time to play..................... The Sumpter Valley Dredge is open, the historic Steam Train is running The Sumpter Museums are open and so time to come play in Sumpter! You can tour the Dredge, and follow the surrounding trails, which offer different views of the Dredge and nice walks throughout the State Park. You can take a self-guided tour of the Sumpter Valley Dredge or find a friendly OPRD Ranger to show you around.  August 2008.........Cracker Creek Museum Members, Volunteers and their equipment dragged the Monighan down to it's final home at the museum in Sumpter. It was originally planned to fix up the old beast so it could walk down from it's last resting place under it's own power, but it didn't work out that way..... So, the Monighan is now on display down at the Cracker Creek Museum of Mining. If you want to see some gold mining history 
up close and personal, then stop in at this unique outdoor museum in Sumpter! But wait there's more....For more things to see, visit our Museums Page ATV and Off-road riders.....Most of our ATV Trails are Forest Service (OHV) roads. Many are the same trails the snowmobilers use-so if you're a snowmobiler, you may have been on the same trail this Winter! A lot of trail users tell us the Snowmobile Trail Maps work well....Need other great offroad ideas? Want to see some ATV photos? Visit our Sumpter ATV page. Summer is still a distant idea in all this ice and snow, but......the lake is still fun to see no matter what time of the year! Come and see Phillips Reservoir in the Winter-it's awesome! If you're thinking about camping at the lake this summer, be sure to visit Union Creek Campgrounds website today...... If you like trains and history......get on board the Historic "Stump Dodger." You can begin your steam train adventure down at the McEwen station or.... up at the Sumpter Depot...either way, you will see the beautiful Sumpter Valley like it was meant to be seen! Ride the train and buy souvenirs at either depot! See some of our favorite photos.....Sumpter Valley Railroad. Perhaps one of the largest and most well known displays of history in Sumpter is the Sumpter Valley Gold Dredge Park at the Day Use Area or down at the dredge and walk up to the train depot on a well groomed trail and enjoy the Oregon State Park......... Browse our favorite Sumpter Gold Dredge photos right here: dredge photos The Gold Dredge was rescued and is maintained with invaluable help from local volunteers who helped with the restoration and continue to assist with preserving the dredge. Visit www.friendsofthedredge.com today! If it's a nice scenic drive you're looking for, take the Elkorn Scenic Byway throughout the summer season and experience Eastern Oregon like you've never seen it before! And....it will bring you right into Sumpter! Remember, the Elkhorn Byway is closed during the winter! ![[Most Recent Gold Quotes from www.kitco.com]](http://www.kitconet.com/charts/metals/gold/tny_au_en_usoz_2.gif)
Refresh your browser to see current gold prices from Kitco!While you're in town.....just head down to the Sumpter Gold Dredge and borrow their gold pans-for free- to try your luck in the State Park....... you can even take gold panning lessons on the weekends hosted by OPRD Rangers! learn more.... You can buy whatever you need for your Gold Mining adventure right here in Sumpter! Visit Digger Dan at Boulderpatchmines and browse his gold mining equipment store online! Digger Dan has all you need from Gold Pans to River Dredges............ You can even buy a gold mine from Digger Dan if you have a mind to! Sumpter Flea Markets........
The Flea Markets transform Sumpter into one large carnival-like event ~ If you like that old carnival atmosphere, the smell of burgers and popcorn, plus all the stuff to buy from so many diffierent vendors-some serious, some not so serious- and oh yeah, don't forgot lots of people...you will enjoy the Sumpter Flea Markets! the Flea Markets are held Memorial Day Weekend, July 4th, and Labor Day more information...... Want to learn about Sumpter? Just visit our Museums......
The Library shares the Sumpter Museum building and when the library is open, you can visit the Museum too! It's FREE! The Sumpter Museum is a real must see for all visitors to Sumpter! This is the first year the Museum can be seen all year round! Learn more about the fire of 1917....see some great photos, use the Internet and more.....FREE! For more info, call the Sumpter Library: 541-894-2253. 
Looking for an RV Park in Sumpter?
The Sumpter Pines RV Park is all you need! At this RV Park, your camp site is away from the hustle and bustle of town, yet close enough for comfort! Listen to the train whistle as the Historic Stump Dodger goes by! There are still a few dry camps available for this Summer, but hurry....at only $10 per night they go fast! So bring your tent and camp in the woods-in style! The Sumpter Pines is located within city limits.... and they have everything you need for your stay: Propane, Clean Showers & Restrooms, Laundry, Free Internet, and more! Sumpter Pines is a certified Good Sam Park too! And...if your're in town for The Flea Markets, the Shuttle Bus even stops here and will bring you back for your convenience! Make a Reservation Today! Call: 541-894-2328 for more information. Some Personal Stuff..........
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