Auraria, Georgia

Auraria is a ghost town in Lumpkin County, Georgia, United States, southwest of Dahlonega. Its name derives from aurum, the Latin word for gold. In its early days, it was also known variously as Dean, Deans, Nuckollsville, and Scuffle Town.

Auraria
Ghost town
A store named Woody's
Location of Auraria, Georgia
Coordinates: 34°28′29″N 84°1′24″W
CountryUnited States
StateGeorgia
CountyLumpkin County
Elevation
1,398 ft (426 m)
GNIS ID354415
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