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range, (now the Halfway/Oxbow area) and in the Elkhorn west. The Coast Range, Cascade Mountains and upland adventures. Cycle the back Ridge of the Blue Mountains. The valleys were later desert of now separate the Wallowas roads or mountain trails settled by farmers, ranchers and merchants who provided from the ocean by hundreds of miles. Flows of plateau for the amazing views. food to the burgeoning mining communities. basalt, batholiths of , and layers of shale were Ride a tramway to the Ride Agriculture and forestry are still important industries buckled and folded to further shape the mountain range. a tramway to the peaks throughout northeast Oregon. Much of the beautiful Raging rivers and gigantic carved the peaks and above for scenery is related to expansive farms and ranches that and formed the . It took nature a long views into the surrounding retain the wide open spaces, lush vegetation and prevalent time to sculpt the dramatic beauty you see along the wilderness. Watch Dragon wildlife. Settlement was not without environmental Byway. To learn more, carry a copy of Oregon’s Roadside Boats race on Wallowa Lake. cost. Draining the wetlands to make way for crops was a Geology with you while you travel. In autumn, cooler common practice. Canals were dug, rivers re-channeled, temperatures and shorter and native grasslands turned under a plow, forming some days turn tamarack () needles to gold and of the richest farmlands in Oregon. In the process, the Recreation leaves to jewel tones of yellow, and red. Canada swamps and wetlands were nearly obliterated, resulting Recreational opportunities along the Hells Canyon Scenic geese are on the move, filling the air with melancholy calls. in fewer migratory birds and game animals, and a Hunt for deer, elk, bear, , or photo lessening of the land’s ability to retain moisture through Byway are seemingly endless and range from tranquil to thrilling. Four distinct seasons alter the scenery and opportunities. It’s the time for cattle drives, harvest and the dry season. for blue-sky days crisp with the smell of winter. Catch the Today, farmers use conservation farming tactics, such determine the activities. In Spring, warm sunshine carpets the hills with green small town spirit by watching a high school football game in as planting wind breaks, more efficient irrigation splendid, scenic surroundings. Visitors are welcome. methods, crop rotation, and fencing waterways and grass and colorful wild- flowers. The landscape Winter’s dry, powdery snow opens the ski resorts and wetlands to mitigate damage from earlier actions and turns back-country side trips and hiking trails into a giant practices. The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife has becomes a patchwork with fields of freshly playground for adventurers on skis, snowmobiles, and restored nearly 5,000 acres of wetlands and elk habitat snowshoes. Enjoy winter raptor viewing in Minam and Photos on this page by Timothy Bishop, Baker City Bishop, Baker Timothy by on this page Photos south of La Grande at the Ladd Marsh Wildlife Area. plowed , sprouting crops and blossoming Hells Canyons, and surround yourself with spectacular scenery topped with fresh white snow. At night, relax conflicts drove Young to make a harrow- fruit trees. Watch the before a crackling fire in cozy lodgings. ing attempt to reach Canada with a group of 250 men, For a Closer Look meadows for frisky new women, and children. They struggled to within 24 miles calves and wobbly foals. of safety before being captured at and sent to Learn more about northeast Oregon’s history by Along the streams, The Events reservations. This area remains a significant religious and visiting these nearby attractions. (Miles from the Byway) willows, dogwood and Cultural events and cultural center for the Nez Perce, Umatilla, and Cayuse Native American Culture And History: Tamastslikt mock orange create a Indians. changing palette of yel- attractions honor the Cultural Institute of the Confederated Tribes of the history and heritage People of European descent first entered the Byway Umatilla at Wildhorse Resort & Casino near Pendleton. (45) lows, pinks and vibrant country in late 1811, when the Wilson greens. Fish on the of the area’s residents Price-Hunt Expedition paused to rest and celebrate the Ranching and Cowboy History: Cowboys Then & Now Grande Ronde, Minam, and can be enjoyed in new year at the hot springs now known as Hot Lake, near Exhibit at the Union County Museum in Union. (15) Wallowa and Imnaha towns all along the By- La Grande. Other explorers, trappers, and missionaries Rivers. Take a thrilling way. Powwows, music Settlement & Early Twentieth century History: festivals, craft shows, soon followed. The and Grande Ronde Museum in Haines. (9) raft or jet boat ride Valleys were important emigrant stops on the Historic through Class III and IV rapids on the Snake or float the plays, concerts and a Oregon . Beginning in 1843 and continuing for several Mining: The Sumpter Dredge State Historic Monument waters of the Grande Ronde and Minam Rivers. wide variety of com- , the lure of abundant, rich farm land, clear water and Sumpter Valley Railroad at Sumpter (20) Summer bursts with energy. Warm, dry weather and munity celebrations and seemingly endless forests brought over 350,000 lots of sunshine make the outdoors impossible to resist. can be found through- Americans westward to the famed . Micro-climates at different elevations and aspects mean out the year. Farmer's Usually leaving in the spring, they walked or The Forces of Nature you can always find a cooler or hotter spot within miles. markets and farm The Wallowa-, counties, and stands offer fresh road horseback over 2,000 miles of wilderness, carrying Millions of years ago, the formed state parks department operate numerous campgrounds, produce seasonally. their possessions in covered wagons. Rests in the lush the coast of what would eventually be called Oregon. trail systems, viewpoints, and picnic facilities along or County Fairs and Grande Ronde and Powder River valleys were welcome Uplifted layers of limestone on the peaks harbor fossil- near the route. Cast a fishing line on several of the rivers, rodeos highlight the region's farm and ranch lifestyle that after several months of hot, dusty travel. ized shells that once sat at the bottom of the ocean. Eons and streams. Hire a private outfitter to experience is still common in the wide open spaces on both sides of Gold was discovered in eastern Oregon by 1860. of volcanic action and faulting pushed the masses of rock Miners flocked to the southern side of the Wallowa horseback riding and pack trips, , and jet boat the Snake River. Contact the county organizations listed upward and to the east while new land formed to the on the back panel for event details. TOWNS & COUNTRY

Grande Ronde Valley Hells Canyon & the Snake Follow Highway 86 from the junction of the Forest Road to Wallowa Valley 39 to the Snake River, across the bridge and on to Hells Eighty-four miles via OR Highway 82 and county road 350; allow two hours for travel and another one to two hours for Canyon Dam. Nearly 100 miles of backwater from three stops. Road may be snowy and icy in winter. hydroelectric dams provide ample space for watercraft enthusiasts and anglers alike. The river Beginning in the patchwork farm lands of the broad is wild and scenic below the dam, and affords excellent Grande Ronde Valley, the first leg of the Byway follows opportunities to view Hells Canyon from waters edge up! numerous rivers through ever-higher valleys to the Services at Pine, Oxbow, and at rivers edge include lodging, carved Wallowa Mountains. Each small town along the dining, groceries, gas, and shuttle service. Recreational way offers a different character and combination of opportunities include rafting, jet boat rides, camping, services. fishing, and hiking in the nation’s deepest river gorge. La Grande & Island City Side Trip…Cambridge, Idaho Est. 1865; pop. 12,420 & 920; elev. 2,788' SCENIC BYWAY Est. 1900; pop. 360; elev. 2,650' Lodging, RV parks, restaurants, shopping, groceries & gas Byway Lodging, RV parks, restaurants, shopping, groceries & gas Cambridge is just 24 miles to the east of the Snake From La Grande and Island City, take OR Highway 82 east. La Grande was established at an important rest stop Byway SEGMENTS River on ID State Highway 71, and 106 miles northwest along the Historic . A wide variety of travel Grande Ronde Valley to Wallowa Valley of Boise, Idaho. Here, you will find river outfitters, hot services and proximity to varied terrain make La Grande Wallowa Mountain Loop springs and the award-winning Cambridge Museum. a popular base for all types of outdoor recreation. Watch Pine Valley to Baker Valley birds and wildlife at nearby Ladd Marsh, explore the trails Hells Canyon Overlook el. 5100' of the Recreation Area and enjoy concerts Pine Valley to Baker Valley Byway Side Trips Fifty-nine miles on paved Highway 86; allow 1.5 hours and cultural events at Eastern Oregon University. Walk- 1 Imnaha Country ing tours highlight the community’s historic homes and for travel to Baker City and 1-2 hours at the Oregon Trail 2 Hat Point Lookout el. 6982' Interpretive Center and other stops. downtown Historic District. Crops thrive in the valley’s 3 Snake River deep, rich soil and relatively mild climate. Watch for Pastoral views and mining history are highlights of this orchards and fields of mint, alfalfa, , barley, sugar I-84 US Highway Byway segment. Gold strikes brought the first settlers here beets, seed potatoes and turf grass seed. 82 Oregon State Route in the late 1800s. Mines employed large numbers of people, 799 County Road 39 Forest Road - Primary including many Chinese laborers. Further along the route Imbler 3965 Forest Road - Secondary follow the Powder River through rolling sagebrush-covered Est. 1922; pop. 305; elev. 2,732' . Oregon Trail routes cross your path. Virtue Flat, Divided Highway next to the route near Baker City, is the site of a popular off- Deli, groceries & gas Paved Surface highway vehicle trail complex. Gravel Surface, may be impassable in winter Pastoral Imbler’s farming heritage is deeply rooted. Paved, Seasonal, may be impassable in winter Known as the “Grass Seed Capital of the World,” numer- Halfway ous Century Farms in the area have been operated by the Campground same families for more than 100 years. The community US Forest Service Office Est. 1909; pop. 333; elev. 2,663' and Mt. Harris, to the east, were named for early settlers. Wayside Lodging, restaurants, public restrooms, groceries & gas Ski Resort (If traveling Baker-La Grande last gas until Joseph) Winter Recreation Trailhead Called the "Wilder Side of Oregon," Halfway is a gateway Wallowa Whitman National Forest to wilderness and river-based recreation in summer, and Wallowa Valley Enterprise is a popular destination for snowmobilers in winter, when La Grande Hells Canyon National Recreation Area (NRA) Baker City a network of groomed trails connects hundreds of miles Boise Hells Canyon NRA Wilderness of scenic back country. As you leave Halfway, watch near OREGON IDAHO I-84 mile post #52 for the marker for the Tim Goodall Wagon Train route of 1862 and the Visitor Information Kiosk.

several times. The 2,000 foot thick Bennett Glacier scoured Richland Lostine the West Fork of the for almost 20 miles, Est. 1917; pop. 175; elev. 2,213' creating Wallowa Lake and leaving nearly perfect examples Est. 1903; pop 230; elev. 3,200' Lodging, cafés, groceries & gas Restaurant, drive-through espresso, & mercantile of lateral and terminal moraines around the lake. Mule deer wander in the vicinity year round. At six miles in length, Named in 1897 for the rich soil settlers found here, the At this tiny turn-of-the century town, visit second hand Wallowa Lake is a playground to water skiers, jet skiers, area still supports farmers and ranchers and now hosts stores, dine on local fare at the Lostine Tavern, rest a and paddle-boaters. Take the to the fishing and boating enthusiasts who recreate on near- while on a wooden bench in front of the combination spectacular views atop the 8,300 foot summit of Mt. Howard, by Brownlee and Oxbow reservoirs. Look for the Hole-in- Elgin sporting goods, grocery and dry goods store. Lostine on the edge of the Eagle Cap Wilderness. Two miles of hiking the-Wall Landslide, between mile posts #30 & #31. This Est. 1891; pop. 1,660; elev. 2,670' comes alive during the town’s big 4th of July Flea Market. trails at the top of the tram ride provide incredible views into turnout overlooks a 1984 landslide that covered the road Lodging, RV park, restaurants, groceries & gas Numerous nearby Forest Service roads provide access three states. This area was part of the ancestral homelands of and temporarily dammed the Powder River. to year-round recreation in the Eagle Cap Wilderness. A the Wallowa Band of the Nez Perce. A monument to Old Chief The former location of Fort Baker and a trading area since side trip up the crystal clear leads to rustic the 1880s, Elgin is a gateway to outstanding outdoor Joseph rests at the north end of the lake. Return to Joseph

Photo by Ed Spaulding, La Grande Ed by Photo campgrounds, trailheads, and breathtaking scenery. National Historic Oregon recreation in the Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman National and take Road 350 east. Travel on Highway 350 for 8 miles Forests. Home to cattle, grain and hay producers as well to the junction with Forest Service Road 39, also known as Trail Interpretive Center as mill and timber workers, this little community hosts the the “Wallowa Mountain Loop Road.” It’s decision time: take Enterprise 39 south toward Halfway, or, stay on 350 for side trips to (1) Near Baker City, 5 miles east of I-84 on Highway 86. roaring Elgin Stampede PRCA Rodeo each July. The beauti- Est. 1889; pop. 1,940; elev. 3,757' fully restored Opera House presents live musical theater. The Imnaha and (2) Hat Point (gravel road), for incredible views of History is alive at the 23,000 square foot Oregon Trail flows through town, providing ample Lodging, restaurants, shopping, groceries & gas Hells Canyon and the can be seen on Interpretive Center. opportunity to raft, fish and enjoy the scenery. The Eagle The largest of the Wallowa Valley communities, the Idaho side of the Snake River. It’s over a mile down from Marvel at the courage Cap Excursion Train operates out of the Elgin Depot on Enterprise offers an array of shops, accommodations the canyon rim at Hat Point to the banks of the river below. and hardships of pio- a section of the historic “Joseph Branch” railroad, giving and back country and river outfitters. Hells Canyon Mule Allow 3-4 hours for this side trip or camp overnight. neers on their 2,000 passengers scenic views unseen from the highway. The Days and the Bowlby Bash are among the town’s popu- mile trek to Oregon. railroad connects Joseph with the main line in La Grande. lar events. Plays and concerts take place at the restored Wallowa Mountain Loop The BLM-managed theater and on the lawn of the historic courthouse. The center offers ex- Wallowa Mountains tower above rolling ranch lands. A Forty-five miles of paved winding road on steep side slopes, tensive interactive Minam self-guided barn tour highlights ranching heritage. allow 1.5 to 2 hours. No gas, no services; water at some camp- exhibits and diora- Lodging, store, boat launch & state park grounds. The road is open to wheeled vehicles mas, living history June - October; in winter the route is groomed for snowmobile presentations, live The Minam and Wallowa Rivers meet here and flow into the Joseph travel and Nordic skiing. theater performanc- Grande Ronde River a few miles down stream. Segments of Est. 1887; pop 1,130; elev. 4,191' es, demonstrations, all three rivers have been designated "Wild & Scenic." The The Wallowa Mountain Loop (FSR 39) offers exceptional educational pro- rivers offer excellent steelhead fishing, rafting and year- Lodging, restaurants, shopping, groceries & gas views of the Wallowas and Seven Devils Mountains. It grams, interpretive round wildlife viewing. In winter, watch for bald eagles and Named for young Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce Tribe, this crosses several river drainages, including the Imnaha trails, and the other raptors. Pedal a Railrider beside the river from Minam town is now a flourishing art community with a national where Snake River Chinook and spawn. Oregon Trail Shop. to Wallowa on an unused section of track. From here, the reputation for its top quality bronze foundries and galleries. Along the way are numerous trailheads and campgrounds Interpretive themes Byway climbs through a series of valleys toward the majestic The summer is full of events, from art and music festivals to as well as the Canal Fire burn, where a lightning-caused include exploration, mining Wallowa Mountains. The ridges and high meadows are the Chief Joseph Days Rodeo. Most galleries and shops are fire burned 23,000 acres in 1989. The road winds through and settlement, natural history and Native Americans. well suited for raising hay and pasture for cattle, sheep and open year-round, as are museums with Indian artifacts and forest along Gumboot Creek and crosses the Imnaha Open daily. horses. Use caution, you’ll be sharing the road with livestock early ranching and logging history collections. Use facilities at River. trailers, recreation vehicles and log trucks. Joseph or Wallowa Lake as a base for extended Hells Canyon or Eagle Cap Wilderness exploration. Call ahead to arrange Salt Creek Summit Baker City Wallowa a foundry tour and reserve accommodations. Continue on Est. 1874; pop. 9450; elev. 3,499' Highway 82 to Wallowa Lake or proceed on the Byway route: Recreation Park Est. 1899; pop 760; elev. 2,923' Lodging, RV parks, restaurants, shopping, groceries & gas at the north edge of Joseph, turn east (between the gas Near mile post #5. Restrooms, no drinking water Lodging, cafés, RV park, groceries & gas station and grocery store) onto Highway 350. Known early on as the “Queen City of the Mines,” Baker City In summer this is a hiking trailhead area; in win- sits along the Powder River between the dramatic Elkhorn “Wa-Lá-wah” shares its Nez Perce name with the ter, it’s the end of the paved road and the en- Ridge of the Blue Mountains and the Wallowa Mountains. mountains, lake, river and valley you’re now entering. The Wallowa Lake trance to a snowy playground. Ahead are Lick Turn-of-the century Victorian architecture dominates the Wallowa Band of the Nez Perce knew the area for its great Lodging, RV park, restaurants, groceries, boat Creek Campground and Guard Station, listed commercial and residential buildings of the city’s down- fishing—Wallowa is the name of the tripod used to support on the National Historic Register, and Ollokot town, earning it distinction as a National Historic District. their fish nets. The band has a small interpretive center in launch, state park & campground. No gas. Many services are open seasonally. Campground, a site historically used by the Many buildings have been carefully restored, including the town and gathers here for TamKaLiks, an annual Friendship Nez Perce Tribe and named after Young Chief famous Geiser Grand Hotel. The Baker Heritage Museum Feast and Pow Wow each July. Residents depend on the Beautiful Wallowa Lake was Joseph’s brother. Side trips off this segment include (3) highlights the area’s history and houses a fantastic rocks and land for farming, ranching, logging and milling. The Byway shaped by glaciers which Hells Canyon Overlook, at mile post 29 for expansive views minerals collection. The Adler House Museum preserves the continues along the tumbling Wallowa and Lostine Rivers. covered this region of canyon country and interpretive signs. home of an early local businessman and philanthropist.