Farewell Bend State Recreation Area

Farewell Bend State Recreation Area features a beautiful desert experience on the banks of the Snake River's Brownlee Reservoir.

of Oct. , weather permitting. Limited first-come, first-served camping may be available in B-loop during the winter months.

Reservations may be booked up to 6 months in advance at oregonstateparks. reserveamerica. com . 91 electrical sites with water; one is accessible.

You can pay by scanning the QR code posted at the station. You do not need to be a registered camper to use the dump station.

Registered state park camping casts only need to pay once per stay to use the dump station.

For more information see the FAQ page – the dump station questions are at the bottom of the General section. Advisories: Mosquito populations can be high during summer.

The park is under drought conditions a

Historic markers and interpretive displays provide visitors with information on Farewell Bend's significance on the Oregon Trail.

The RV and tent campsites make excellent base camps as you explore the the Snake River Water Trail and other regional attractions.

Brownlee Reservoir offers fishing, water skiing and boating. For fishing information, check with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife .

The day-use area features a wide, paved boat ramp, fish cleaning station and viewing deck.

There are horseshoe pits, sand volleyball court, basketball court and picnic areas for you to enjoy.

23 tent sites with water nearby. Two accessible log cabins; one is pet-friendly . Reservations required.

After following the Snake River for 330 miles, Oregon Trail pioneers rested above the bend in the river here, then bid farewell to the Snake River and continued their trek. Look for a small iron cross, visible from U.S. 30, that marks the location where the Snake River Shoshone Indians battled with pioneer travelers in 1860. Restored covered wagons rest at the park entrance and next to the Oregon Trail kiosk. You can also visit the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center on Flagstaff Hill just east of Baker City, no more than an hour's drive away.