Baker City, County seat in Eastern Oregon, United States.
Baker City stands at 1052 meters elevation in Baker County, surrounded by forests and mountains in the northeastern region of Oregon.
The discovery of gold in 1861 led to the establishment of Baker City in 1874, transforming it into a major commercial center in the Northwest.
The Baker Heritage Museum presents exhibitions about regional mining, ranching, and Native American traditions through artifacts and photographs.
The National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center offers educational programs and guided tours about the Oregon Trail migration period.
Original wagon wheel tracks from 19th century Oregon Trail settlers remain visible along Flagstaff Hill near Baker City.
Location: Baker County
Inception: 1874
Elevation above the sea: 1,052 m
Website: http://bakercity.com
GPS coordinates: 44.77500,-117.83444
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:37
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