Barker Recreation Area, situated at 9,300 feet on the Colorado Plateau, offers a picturesque retreat with opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, and fishing in Upper Barker Reservoir. Visitors can explore numerous hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, including access to backcountry fishing lakes and stunning mountain views. The area features 13 single-family sites and three group campsites, with amenities like accessible vault toilets, bear-proof food storage, and drinking water during peak season.