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Mason Dam Picnic Area
The Mason Dam Picnic Area is located along the Powder River in a ponderosa pine forest below the Mason Dam. Popular activities for visitors include; group and family picnicking, fishing, and relaxing. Located nearby are the Mason Dam Viewpoint and the Mason Dam Boat Launch. Nearby hiking includes: Phillips Lake South Shoreline Trail and Phillips Lake North Shoreline Trail.
At a Glance
| Reservations: | This site is not reservable. |
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| Fees: | No fees are required for this site. |
| Open Season: | Early May |
| Usage: | Light |
| Restrictions: | General rules of use and restrictions apply for this developed recreation site. |
| Closest Towns: | Baker City, Oregon (17 miles) |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet |
| Operated By: | Forest Service |
| Information Center: | Whitman Ranger District |
General Information
Directions:From Baker City, Oregon travel south on Highway 7 towards John Day, Oregon for about 16 miles; After the Powder River Interpretive site look for Forest Road 1145 on the left side of the highway near the river; Turn left on Forest Road 1145 and travel 0.7 miles to the end of the road (you will pass the upper Powder River Interpretive site); The picnic area is across the bridge.