Thomason And Schwayoer — mineral rockhounding site near Baker, OR
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Thomason And Schwayoer

Rockhounding site in Baker, Oregon · Gold & Minerals

Thomason And Schwayoer is a mineral rockhounding site near Baker, OR. Fee varies. Best season: Spring through fall.

Typical season: Spring through fall

Key facts

Structured details for trip planning — verify access and fees with the land manager before you visit.

Specimen type
Mineral
Primary specimens
Copper, Gold, Molybdenite, Silver
Fee status
Fee varies
Nearest town
Baker
State
Oregon
Coordinates
44.37346, -118.22494
Best season
Spring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
Access difficulty
Moderate; remote roads possible
Camping
Dispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules
Activities
Rock and mineral collecting
Facilities
Baker area services
Last updated
July 5, 2026

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The experience

  • Best time to visitSpring through fall; confirm seasonal road access
  • AccessModerate; remote roads possible
  • FacilitiesBaker area services
  • Camping nearbyDispersed camping may be available nearby; verify land rules

Map & location

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Safety notice: Field and weather conditions change with weather, season, and field conditions. Verify current conditions with local land managers before you go. Collect at your own risk — there are rarely rangers or land managers at these sites.