National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
Facility · Oregon ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Oregon Trail Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Baker RMP 1989) · Open Access
- 3,922 ft
- Elevation
The National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center is managed by the Bureau of Land Management in Baker City, Oregon. The large interpretive center contains exhibits that tell the story of the Oregon Trail and the emigrant experience. In addition, the center contains a theater that hosts films, lectures, and dramatic presentations. On the grounds of the site are four miles of interpretive hiking trails, an amphitheater, a wagon encampment for living history demonstrations, and scenic views.
Getting there
National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center directions and information are available at https://www.nps.gov/places/000/national-historic-oregon-trail-interpretive-center.htm.
44.81472, -117.72831 · 44°48'53.0"N 117°43'41.9"W
Typical weather
Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 38 | 44 | 54 | 61 | 70 | 77 | 88 | 88 | 79 | 64 | 48 | 37 |
| Low °F | 20 | 23 | 28 | 31 | 39 | 44 | 49 | 47 | 39 | 30 | 25 | 20 |
| Precip in | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.4 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
- Can you reserve a site at National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center?
- No. National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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