Valsetz, Oregon, Ghost town in Polk County, Oregon, United States
Valsetz is a ghost town in Polk County, Oregon, United States. It sits in the Coast Range at an elevation of 341 meters (about 1,120 feet), surrounded by forest and accessed by gravel roads.
Valsetz was founded in the early 20th century as a logging town. It grew around a sawmill and was abandoned in the 1980s when the mill closed.
The name Valsetz came from the Valley and Siletz Railroad, and today only a few traces of the town remain. Visitors can see the flat area where the town once stood, now mostly covered by grass and young trees.
The site is remote, so bring a map and check road conditions before you go. Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for rough terrain and limited cell service.
The town was once home to a large sawmill that employed many residents. Today, the site is marked by a memorial sign and the remains of the mill's foundations.
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