Baker City

EATING AND DRINKING

Barley Brown’s Beer

If you’re in the mood for great food and a cold beer, brewed fresh right here in Baker City, this award winning brewery is the place to go. Centrally located on Main Street, Barley Brown’s includes both a pub-style restaurant and tap house for tasting their house-made beers.

The Cabyn

Baker City’s newest cocktail bar with exceptional drinks and an equal emphasis on exceptional food. They have a strong focus on top shelf spirits: tequila and whiskey. Their extensive collection features well over 100 bottles of each, offering a flavor adventure whether you prefer it neat, on the rocks, or in a cocktail. The menu is full of unique interpretations of beloved regional and international dishes.

The Geiser Grand Hotel

This hotel is not only a great place to grab dinner and a cocktail, but is also rich with history. Built in 1889, the Geiser Grand was once a central location for wealthy miners and hiding place for alcohol during prohibition. It is even said to be a haunted hotel. Both the 1989 Cafe – the hotel bar – and the Palm Court – the dining room – display this elegant history for its visitors.

Glacier45 Distillery

Glacier45 premium all natural spirits are inspired by Oregon’s active outdoor community. Located in Historic Baker City, they are definitely worth a visit. They have free tastings, so make sure to indulge responsibly and get someone to drive you back to Good Bear Ranch.

Copper Belt Wines

Whether it’s a short stop at their tasting room downtown, or a day trip to the vineyard 25 miles E of Baker City, tasting wine at Copper Belt can fit into any schedule. They are a small, family run winery established in 2010, and definitely worth a stop in. We highly recommend the Dry Rose!

Latitude 45 Grille

Located in downtown, historic Baker City, this Grill sources organic, local ingredients whenever possible. A local favorite, they offer a wide variety of entrees including vegan, gluten free and more.

Sweet Wife Baking

If you’re in the market for some fresh baked bread, delicious desserts, or some light lunch and a mimosa, this is the place for you! Their high-quality, homemade baked goods are out of this world and a must have when passing through town.

Delicioso Mexican Restaurant

Our favorite Mexican restaurant in town! The brightly colored dining area and friendly staff make for a near perfect dining atmosphere. Not to mention – the food and margs are to die for!

Peterson’s Chocolates

Handcrafted chocolates, fresh coffee and local art. What could be better? This cute shop is centrally located and a perfect addition to any afternoon in town.

Bella Main Street Market

This place is a must see during your stay in Baker. They offer local selections of meat, an array of fancy cheeses, some of the best pate we’ve had, other gourmet food, and a huge selection of fabulous wines for any palette. They also sell some super cute dishes, fun kitchen gadgets, and gifts.

LOCAL ART

Crossroads Carnegie Art Center

Founded in 1963, this arts center offers classes, workshops, exhibits and more to help engage and inspire the community through art.

“Crossroads and the many gallery and arts loving businesses host First Friday each month in our beautiful historic Baker City Downtown.  With new gallery shows of local and regional artwork each month.  Crossroads is open from 10 am to 8 Pm on First Friday to stop by and enjoy the show.  Crossroads strives to have a monthly featured artist talk each First Friday starting at 5:30Pm.  Join the Facebook Group “First Friday Downtown Baker City, OR” to get the latest monthly updates of which galleries are open with descriptions of the show.

Crossroads also is an arts education organization providing numerous classes in a variety of media types for beginners to professionals.  You can check out the classes on our website at www.crossroads-arts.org

Crossroads is housed in the 1909 Carnegie Library Building which is one of the beloved grand buildings in the country.  Fully restored in 2008 it is State Historic Preservation award winning project.  It is free to come to Crossroads- where we live our motto of “Art for Everyone.” (Ginger Savage, Executive Director)

ATTRACTIONS

Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

A few miles outside Baker City, this center tells the story of pioneers, miners and the first settlers through exhibits, live-presentations and films. They also have a 4-mile loop showcasing the original Oregon Trail.

Churchill School

Built in 1925, this old elementary school has now been converted into an arts, music, and recreation center. They even operate their very own hostel for bikers and skiers! Check out their website for upcoming events. The performance lineup has something for everyone: rock and roll, classic blues, Celtic music, folk and more!

Baker Heritage Museum

Located in the old Baker City Natatorium, this two story museum exhibits artifacts from historic Baker City including logging, ranching and mining as well as Native American artifacts and more.

ADVENTURES

Go Wild: American Adventures

Go Wild creates handcrafted gourmet wilderness backpacking experiences for families and groups. These experiences are all-inclusive, designed specifically for your group, and always wildly fun. To book an adventure, email gowildusa@gmail.com.

Baker City Mini Loop

The Baker City Mini Loop is an easy 12.5 Mile bike or running loop that meanders through historic Baker City. This loop is a fun and convenient way for the whole family to see the town.

Elkhorn Scenic Byway

The Elkhorn Scenic Byway is a long, 106 Mile loop for biking or driving that goes though Baker City, Sumpter, and La Grande. This is the perfect way to take in the beauty of the Elkhorn Mountains.

Gravel Rides

Dirty Freehum provides free maps for mountain bikers. Check out Baker City area free maps at the link provided and enjoy the mountains, farmlands, and views of Eastern Oregon.

Quail Ridge Golf Course

The beautiful Quail Ridge Golf Course is a lovely place to spend the afternoon. They are family friendly and provide club rentals. Not to mention the scenic views from the course!

Baker City Farmers Market

Thursdays from 3 to 7 pm, June to October, 2022, Central Park – Baker City, OR.