Hampton, Deschutes County, Oregon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hampton, Oregon
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Hampton looking north across US 20
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Hampton Station
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 Hampton, Deschutes County, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Hampton, Deschutes County, Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Deschutes |
| Elevation | 4,419 ft (1,346.9 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97712
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| Area code(s) | 541 |
Hampton is a small, unincorporated community in Deschutes County, Oregon, United States. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity but no local government of its own.
Hampton is located about 60 miles (97 km) southeast of Bend. You can find it right on U.S. Route 20, which is a major highway. The community sits on the edge of Oregon's High Desert region. It is also known as Hampton Station.
A Look Back at Hampton's History
Hampton got its name from the nearby Hampton Buttes. These buttes were named after Joe Hampton. He moved to this area from Eugene, Oregon, in the 1870s.
The Hampton post office first opened in 1911. It closed in 1953, though it had been closed once before that. In 1940, Hampton had a population of 41 people.
As of 2003, Hampton, also known as Hampton Station, had a gas station and a restaurant. By 2010, the gas station had closed down. However, it was confirmed to be open again as of October 22, 2020.
Getting Around: Transportation in Hampton
In the 21st century, Hampton is a stop on the Eastern POINT bus line. This is an intercity bus service that connects different cities. The Eastern POINT line travels between Bend and Ontario. The bus makes one stop in Hampton each day, going in both directions.
