Whitney
Railroad and Logger Town
State: Oregon
County: Grant County
Founded: 1890
Abandoned: 1940s
Peak Population: 200
Whitney served the narrow-gauge Sumpter Valley Railroad and nearby logging operations. When the timber was cut and the railroad closed, Whitney followed. A few buildings remain along the old railroad grade.
Railroad Town
The Sumpter Valley Railroad connected gold and timber towns of eastern Oregon. Whitney was a stop along the line.
Timber End
When the accessible timber was harvested, logging moved elsewhere. The railroad closed in 1947.
Timeline
- 1890 - Founded Logging and railroad
- 1940s - Abandoned Timber gone, railroad closed
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Summer
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 30 minutes
Quick Facts
- Sumpter Valley Railroad stop
- Some buildings remain
- Near restored railroad excursion train
Location
Address: Near Sumpter, Oregon
Coordinates: 44.35, -118.4667