Auburn
OR's 2nd Largest
State: Oregon
County: Baker County
Founded: 1862
Abandoned: 1870s
Peak Population: 5,000
Auburn was Oregon's second largest city in 1864 at 5,000 people - larger than Portland. The first gold minted in the Pacific Coast was struck here. When the placer gold ran out, everyone left. Foundations remain.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 mins
Quick Facts
- Larger than Portland 1864
- First Pacific gold mint
- 5,000 at peak
Location
Address: Auburn, OR
Coordinates: 44.7167, -117.85