The best walks and hikes in Baker County

Within the building you can explore a replica of the stamp mill used at the Rabbit Mine near Greenhorn. Mills like this where used to crush ore to sand to separate the gold from dirt. Gravity was a great helping factor, so most of the mills where built along mountain slopes.

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.

To reach Glacier Lake from the north, you'll have to climb Glacier Pass, a 1,000 foot (333m) climb from Moccasin Lake over just under two miles. The trail is easy to follow and has decent, if rocky, footing.

A small cirque above Mirror Lake, Upper Lake offers a quiet spot for camping as well as a good water source for filtering below the Ivan Carper and Horton Passes.

Mirror Lake is one of the most popular destinations in the Wallowa Mountains, so don't be surprised when you find a lot of people camping along its shores. Most maps show a camping symbol on the northwest corner of the lake; this is where people will likely head to set up camp (it's where we went in the dark!). If you are willing to hike further to the east, you'll find some great locations (try crossing the creek on the east side - really great camps up on the granite!). Be sure to pitch your tent at least 100 feet from the lakes or wetlands - you will be asked to move by the rangers if you set up too close.

Every time we have enjoyed the atmosphere at Anthony Lake, it has been surprisingly quiet with far fewer people present than expected. The lake has a boat launch and is very accessible for bringing a canoe or other water vessel. A popular place for fishing, the scenic mountains surrounding the lake make you feel truly disconnected from the world in the best way possible. There is a trail around the entire perimeter of the lake that is great for a stroll with pets or children - or even yourself! The lake also has camping, both RV and tent sites available, along with 3 yurts you can reserve to lengthen your stay.

True to its name, the lake is blanketed with a plethora of lily pads. The lake is just off the side of the Black Lake trail, accessible by the boat launch to Anthony Lake. Come early enough and you might even hear the croak of hundreds of bullfrogs.

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.