Golden
Oregon Gold
State: Oregon
County: Josephine County
Founded: 1846
Abandoned: 1920s
Peak Population: 100+
Golden was a gold mining town that's now managed by the BLM. The 1892 church (Oregon's oldest wooden church) and 1904 general store are preserved. Volunteers stabilized the buildings in recent years.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- 1892 church
- 1904 general store
- BLM managed
Location
Address: Golden (BLM), OR
Coordinates: 42.5333, -123.45