State Parks Near Baker City, Oregon
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Baker City. The closest is Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area, about 18 mi west of town. 1 park is within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area18 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 1of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 93 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 3pets allowed
State parks near Baker City, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Baker City; driving distance is usually longer.
Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area
Popular activities here are fishing, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area →Unity Lake State Recreation Site
Popular activities here are boating, fishing, wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Unity Lake State Recreation Site →Catherine Creek State Park
Visitors come for fishing, hiking, and picnicking. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Catherine Creek State Park →Bates State Park
Popular activities here are hiking and picnicking. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Bates State Park →Red Bridge State Wayside
Popular activities here are fishing and picnicking. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Red Bridge State Wayside →Hilgard Junction State Park
The park supports fishing, wildlife watching, and picnicking. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Hilgard Junction State Park →Farewell Bend State Recreation Area
Visitors come for boating, wildlife watching, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Farewell Bend State Recreation Area →Wallowa Falls Campground
The park supports wildlife watching and hiking. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours, fees and rules for Wallowa Falls Campground →Wallowa Lake State Park
Things to do include golf, disc golf, boating, swimming, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp. Overnight options include 2 camping areas, with RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Wallowa Lake State Park →Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site
Visitors come for wildlife watching and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Baker City
- Unity Lake State Recreation Site 26 mi southwest · Campground listed
- Catherine Creek State Park 27 mi north · Campground listed
- Bates State Park 36 mi west · Campground listed
- Red Bridge State Wayside 43 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Hilgard Junction State Park 44 mi northwest · Campground listed
+ 4 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Baker City
- Unity Lake State Recreation Site 26 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Farewell Bend State Recreation Area 44 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Wallowa Lake State Park 47 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Baker City
- Farewell Bend State Recreation Area 44 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Wallowa Lake State Park 47 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site 49 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Baker City
- Wallowa Lake State Park 47 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Baker City
- Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area 18 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Unity Lake State Recreation Site 26 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Catherine Creek State Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Bates State Park 36 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- Farewell Bend State Recreation Area 44 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Fishing near Baker City
- Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area 18 mi west · Fishing listed
- Unity Lake State Recreation Site 26 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Catherine Creek State Park 27 mi north · Fishing listed
- Red Bridge State Wayside 43 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Hilgard Junction State Park 44 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Baker City
What is the closest state park to Baker City?
Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area is the closest, about 18 miles west of Baker City in a straight line. Next are Unity Lake State Recreation Site and Catherine Creek State Park.
How many state parks are near Baker City?
10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 1 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Baker City have camping?
9 parks list camping, the nearest being Unity Lake State Recreation Site, Catherine Creek State Park and Bates State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Baker City?
Yes, at 3 parks, including Farewell Bend State Recreation Area, Wallowa Lake State Park and Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Baker City?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.