Recreation area

National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

Oregon National Historic Trail · Santa Fe · New Mexico — managed by National Park Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

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.

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