Interested in fun facts and the history of Baker City, OR?
Then read on!
Here are a few facts about Baker City:
- Baker City was named after Edward D. Baker, a senator from Oregon who was also a colonel in the Union Army during the Civil War.
- The city was originally settled in 1862 as a gold mining town.
- It has a population of around 9,800 people.
- Baker City is located in Eastern Oregon and is part of the region known as "Oregon's Wild West".
- The Baker City Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is home to over 100 historic buildings.
- The city hosts the annual Hells Canyon Motorcycle Rally, which is the largest motorcycle rally in the Pacific Northwest.
- Baker City is also well known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and skiing.
- The Baker Heritage Museum tells the story of the city's history and features exhibits on mining, transportation, and agriculture.