Description
Baker Bay Park is a popular spot nestled along the shores of Dorena Lake near Cottage Grove, Oregon. The lake, created in 1949 with the construction of Dorena Dam by the Army Corps of Engineers, was originally designed for flood control but is now leased by Lane County Parks for boating, fishing, and water activities. Surrounded by forests and rolling hills, Baker Bay Park continues to provide a perfect setting for family picnics, camping adventures, and water recreation. Baker Bay is an alcohol-free park and campground.
Baker Bay park includes a 48 site campground, playground, 27 slip marina with accommodations for some dry moorage, designated swimming area, boat ramp, two large group day use facilities with electricity and water features. Baker Bay has parking for 183 cars and 51 car/trailer. Campground features a single vault restroom and portable toilets. Day use area has portable toilets, open picnic areas, horse shoe pits, and a volleyball court. A primitive trail on the east side of the campground runs 0.8 miles to the east property boundary.
2025 Service Changes at Baker Bay
We’re working with the Army Corps of Engineers to upgrade the wastewater system for a better park experience. We are confident that these improvements will support camping and recreation at Baker Bay for years to come. Additionally, site improvements funded by the local option levy passed in 2022 are in the planning stages. While these improvements are underway, some services will be temporarily unavailable:
- Campground/Marina Flush Restrooms & Showers
- Day Use Flush Restroom
- RV Dump Station
In the meantime, we have vault and portable restrooms and handwashing stations available. Thanks for your patience as we make these enhancements.
Park Information
- Alcohol Free Park and Campground
- Day use open dawn - dusk, May 12 - Sept. 15, 2025
- Day Pass or Annual Pass required
- Pay via credit card with onsite fee machine or download the Passport Parking App (97503) to pay from your smartphone.
- Parking pass information for all parks - PDF
During off season
- Day use area beyond the gate, remains closed to vehicular traffic.
- Restrooms, campground office and other facilities remain closed.
- The playground and boat ramp remain open.
Marina
We offer a number of options when it comes to mooring your watercrafts in Lane County. Whether you need moorage on a daily basis or for the season, it is highly recommended you make a reservation
- Open seasonally - April 1 - Oct 10, 2025, water levels permitting
- Marina operating dates are subject change and dependent on sufficient water levels in the lake which are dependent on seasonal rain and managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. During years when the Army Corps of Engineers releases water earlier, moorage holders will be notified via email and phone of the need to remove their vessels early.
- Moorage
- Annual renewal period: February 20 - March 17.
- New moorage opens April 1
- Water Level and Weather Information for Dorena Lake
For renewals or new reservations, visit our on-line reservation portal 24-7, or call 541-682-2000 Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Campground
The campground features tent and RV sites that accommodate up to 8 people. Two group sites are available and accommodate up to 16. The campground has potable water as well as access to restrooms and a marina. Enjoy scenic views, boating, fishing, and hiking just steps from your campsite.
- West loop: Open April 11 - Oct. 13, 2025
- East loop: Open May 12 - Sept. 15, 2025
For reservations, visit our on-line reservation portal 24-7, or call 541-682-2000 Monday - Friday between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Maps
- Campground Map PDF
- Marina Map PDF
- Row River Trail Map PDF
Volunteer
Get involved in Volunteer Program with Lane County Parks and help keep our parks safe and clean for all people to recreate.
Contact Us
To reserve at this location visit our Reservation Website or contact Parks Email | Phone at 541-682-2000.