Wander the West: Rock Creek Lake Trail

To access the Rock Creek Lake Trail from Baker City, Oregon, take U.S. Highway 30 to Haines, turn west on County Road 1146. 1 ½ miles out of Haines, take a left on County Road 552 and follow it to the right (west). About 4 miles after the pavement ends, it turns into Forest Road 5520. Take the 5520-100 road to the right and across the bridge. Stay left on the 100 road. The trailhead is 23 miles from Baker City. The last 4 miles of the road are recommended for 4-wheel drive vehicles only.