Horace Baker Log Cabin

The Horace Baker Log Cabin is a 19th-century log house in Carver with traditional timber framing and a loft supported by wooden beams that extends beyond the outer walls. The structure retains its original living spaces and displays construction methods typical of pioneer builders.

The log cabin was built in 1856 by Horace Baker, a pioneer who came from Illinois along the Oregon Trail in 1846. Baker's arrival marked part of the broader settlement wave that transformed the region during the mid-1800s.

The cabin displays how families lived on the frontier during the 1800s, with simple rooms designed for daily work and communal living. The layout and materials reflect the practical way settlers built and arranged their homes.

The cabin is accessible by road and can be viewed from outside; indoor tours require prior arrangement. Visitors should prepare for uneven ground and wear suitable shoes to explore the grounds comfortably.

Baker operated a slack-cable ferry across the Clackamas River and quarried rock for the Willamette Falls Locks construction. These activities show he was involved in more than farming and played a role in building the region's infrastructure.

Location: Clackamas County

Architectural style: rustic architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.23410,-122.29800

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:03