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Jimtown

A ghost town of unknown status in Baker County County, Oregon.

By the Ghost Town USA research team · Last reviewed September 2026

Quick Facts

State
Oregon
Status
Unknown Status
Access
Unknown Access
Coordinates
Not recorded

Some places earn their silence — and Jimtown is one of them. Jimtown is the name of several communities in the United States, including: Jimtown, Delaware Jimtown, Indiana Jimtown, Missouri Jimtown, Ohio Jimtown, Oregon Jimtown, West Virginia (disambiguation), multiple locations J

Baker County County holds 16 documented ghost towns, including Auburn, Chinatown, Clarksville — Jimtown keeps them company on the map.

The story of Jimtown

Oregon's ghost towns are timber camps and high-desert gold strikes, preserved by dry air and long distances.

Jimtown is the name of several communities in the United States, including: Jimtown, Delaware Jimtown, Indiana Jimtown, Missouri Jimtown, Ohio Jimtown, Oregon Jimtown, West Virginia (disambiguation), multiple locations Jimtown, Wisconsin

What you'll find today

The on-the-ground condition of Jimtown is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.

Nobody has confirmed the access situation, so treat any visit as reconnaissance: verify land ownership first, and be ready to admire from the road.

Getting there

Here's the honest truth: access to Jimtown is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Good to know

Ghost-town etiquette is simple: take only photographs. Removing artifacts is illegal on public lands and disrespectful everywhere else — and on federal land it can be a serious offense.

Jimtown FAQs

Where is Jimtown located?
Jimtown is in Baker County County, Oregon. Precise coordinates aren't on record, so research maps and local directions before you go.
What county is Jimtown in?
Jimtown sits in Baker County County, Oregon. See our full guide to ghost towns in Baker County County for its neighbors.
What is the history of Jimtown?
Jimtown is the name of several communities in the United States, including: Jimtown, Delaware Jimtown, Indiana Jimtown, Missouri Jimtown, Ohio Jimtown, Oregon Jimtown, West Virginia (disambiguation), multiple locations Jimtown, Wisconsin
What remains at Jimtown today?
The on-the-ground condition of Jimtown is unverified — it's listed here with unknown status. That could mean standing buildings, or an empty field. Go prepared for either, and consider sharing what you find so the record improves.
Can you visit Jimtown?
Here's the honest truth: access to Jimtown is unverified. We couldn't confirm whether the site sits on public land, private property, or something in between — so verify land ownership and local rules before visiting, and respect private property at all times.

Sources: description based on Wikipedia (“Jimtown”), CC BY-SA.

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