Antelope
Cult Takeover
State: Oregon
County: Wasco County
Founded: 1871
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: Ranch town
Antelope was a tiny ranch town until Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh's followers took it over in 1984, renaming it 'Rajneesh.' After the cult collapsed, the town reverted to Antelope. About 46 residents remain. Featured in Netflix's 'Wild Wild Country.'
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 mins
Quick Facts
- Briefly named 'Rajneesh'
- Wild Wild Country
- 46 residents
Location
Address: Antelope, OR
Coordinates: 44.9, -120.7167