Bald Peak

State Scenic Viewpoint near Portland, Oregon, United States

Bald Peak (1,629' elev.) is located where the worlds of high-tech and rural Oregon meet. Restaurants, shops, nightlife and a fast pace abound in nearby Hillsboro. Farms, wineries, fruit stands and a slower pace of life can be found in Newberg. Take a relaxing, scenic drive through the Chehalem hills from Hillsboro to Newberg. Along the way, take a break at Bald Peak State Scenic Viewpoint.

There's a nice grassy hillside perfect for a picnic (there's no drinking water at the park, though). Afterward, go for a short stroll through a Douglas fir woodland.
mdi-alert-outline General advisory
Effective Sep 4, 2024
Four counties in this area are in the permanent quarantine zone for all ash, olive and white fringe tree materials. To protect our forests, please do not bring any materials from these trees, including firewood, into Oregon State Parks. This will help slow the spread of the emerald ash borer, a highly invasive and destructive insect that threatens to wipe out all of Oregon’s ash trees.

Help protect our forests by following these firewood tips:
  • Buy firewood local to your campsite: Choose firewood harvested within 10 miles of your destination or buy certified heat-treated firewood.
  • Avoid transporting restricted wood: Do not bring ash, olive, or white fringe tree materials into any Oregon State Park even if it’s within the same quarantine area. When in doubt about the tree species, leave it out. 

Learn more about the quarantine and emerald ash borer. 
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History

This land was purchased from a private owner in 1931. In 1939, Parks Superintendent Samuel Boardman and Highway officials were asked to consider the park as a prospective location for a memorial to the pioneer women of the Oregon Country, but the site was not chosen.

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