Baker Area Recreation Association

Baker Area Recreation Association, Inc "BARA" and the town of Baker has supported its equestrian community for over 20 years and helped provide a place that allows residents of Okaloosa County and surrounding communities to enjoy this lifestyle. Baker Arena Recreation Association, Inc provides a venue for many events including horse shows, dog shows, working cow events, community gatherings such as reunions and weddings and more.
Today, we also offer a friendly environment within a picturesque setting on Hwy 4, developed with the safety, security and enjoyment of you and your family in mind.
Wi-Fi available Baker Arena-park outside the Pavilion-go on-line and check your email!
BARA is pleased to offer the following amenities to serve Baker and Northwest Florida complete with:
Covered lighted Barnhill main arena with large cooling fan
Open upper lighted Jerry Cook arena - great for calf roping.
Practice ring attached to main arena
Holly barns & Rossi Barns provide stable areas that house 216 stalls
Horse wash racks centrally located
Round Pens for warm up
Main arena has concession area, restrooms, an announcer booth with PA system and office space
Bleachers to accommodate approximately 2400 spectators
Ample parking for events and shows
29 RV hook ups with water and electricity
On-site security and management
Easy access; conveniently located on Hwy 4 just South of Baker off Hwy 90.
Community Center and exhibition building - great for reunions, business meetings, weddings.
Walk track at main entrance with outdoor lighting
Children's playground area
Tennis courts
Archery Range
All this is set amidst 50 acres of beautifully landscaped recreation areas. Within Baker Area Recreation visitors will enjoy quiet, peaceful walking tracks playgrounds, and a beautiful meeting facility able to accommodate gatherings from 10 - 150.