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Fort Jones California Last Updated: 05/15/2024 |
| The Town of Fort Jones is located within the northern part of Scott Valley surrounded by the Klamath Mountains to the west and the Cascade Mountain range to the east. Its population is 695 as of the 2020 census, down from 839 from the 2010 census. | |
| Fort Jones was established in October 1852, when Captain Edward H. Fitzgerald and the 1st Dragoons began construction of a fort located near the current community of Fort Jones. The fort was established to protect settlers in far-northern California and southern Oregon from Rogue River Indian raids. The fort was operational until June 1858 when it was evacuated. By 1900 the fort was thoroughly dilapidated. Today only a historical marker is evidence that the fort ever existed. Initially mining and trapping were the major activities in the area. Agriculture and timber production followed, as the area became more accessible and mining activity declined. Today, the area has become an attractive place to reside, especially for retired families due to the small community environment and scenic views. | |
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Fort Jones Museum Place » Museum The outside of this "biggest little museum" features a Shasta Rain Rock and a wall incorporating obsidian, fossils, a cannon ball, mill stones, and Native American mortar and pestles. It also boasts "The Carriage House" where visitors can see wheeled vehicles, carriages, buggies, and vintage farm equipment. 81 views 💖 111913 Main St, Fort Jones, CA 96032 |
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Mountain Crest Gardens Place » Farm Mountain Crest Gardens is a family owned and operated succulent nursery established in 1995. It specializes in providing a large selection of both single order succulents as well as low priced wholesale trays that do not require wholesale accounts to purchase. 87 views 💖 1402 Bridge St, Fort Jones, CA 96032 |