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Located on Flagstaff Hill, the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center is a 23,000 sqft. center that houses miles of preserved Oregon Trail ruts and vegetation. There are informational plaques and an indoor facility with activities for all ages.

Old Trail Road runs parallel to I-84, just outside Baker City, offering breathtaking views of the valley, picturesque ranches, and Lake Bob. It's the perfect route for a relaxing ride as you take in the area's natural beauty.

Straddling the historic Oregon Trail, North Powder has a history of servicing those passing through. With a population of around 600, this small blue collar town has just enough to get by. Some local attractions are the 1,100 acre ski area accompanied by yurts and nordic trails. In addition, the annual Huckleberry Festival is held here with produce sourced from the surrounding mountains.

Haines is a quaint town with a rich history dating back to the early 1900s. Nestled in the stunning Columbia River Gorge, it offers a relaxed and peaceful lifestyle. Despite its size of only around 400 residents, it is renowned for its Fourth of July celebration and historical museum.

Just outside of Baker City is an Oregon Trail Memorial erected in 1943. This memorial commemorates the anniversary of the first pioneer wagon trains to come through this area along the Oregon Trail.

This park features an impressive mining equipment piece, the Sumpter Valley Gold Dredge. The dredge (basically a ship on dry land) unearthed the valley from 1935 to 1954 in search of gold, digging up an estimated $4 million in the precious metal during its lifetime. Visitors can explore the dredge, participate in ranger-led tours, or hike 1.5 miles (2.41 km) of trails through the wetlands. On weekends, the park offers gold panning demonstrations, where you can try your hand at panning for gold and take home your findings for a small fee.

Phillips Lake offers a range of activities from water sports, to hunting, fishing, and swimming. There is a trail going around the entire perimeter, leading to endless views of the water and plenty of shade.

Old Trail Road runs parallel to I-84, just outside Baker City, offering breathtaking views of the valley, picturesque ranches, and Lake Bob. It's the perfect route for a relaxing ride as you take in the area's natural beauty.