Travelers along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in 2013 will have the opportunity to once again experience the fun of riding a train on a section of the historic Joseph Branch rail line. Operators of the Eagle Cap Excursion Train, which operates out of Elgin, Oregon, 20 miles north of La Grande on the Highway...Continue Reading
Baker City, Oregon – The National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center will offer a variety of pioneer style activities and simple frontier crafts for families to share together during “Family Fun Day” the day after Thanksgiving, Friday November 25 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. For families with youngsters and holiday visitors looking for an...Continue Reading
Baker City, Oregon – The National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center is offering workshops and activities over the next month to help develop holiday traditions and decorations that are friendly to the environment. Workshops are offered Wednesday, November 16, and Saturday, November 19, to create decorations using recycled materials. The annual Holiday Open House on...Continue Reading
Laser Tag Comes to the Maridell Center Visitors to Hells Canyon Scenic Byway country and residents looking for entertainment and a way to burn energy need look no further than the heart of La Grande. The Maridell Center now features “Laser Pirates,” along with pool, ping-pong and arcades for the whole family. If you’ve never...Continue Reading
The Hells Canyon Adventures jetboat tours take you right into the heart of America’s deepest canyon, for eye popping views of the rugged cliffs and towering ridges that form the canyon. Wildlife is plentiful and photo opportunities are everywhere. For the schedule and information, contact Brandie Lincoln, Hells Canyon Adventures, 1.800.422.3568. P.O. Box 159 Oxbow,...Continue Reading
ELGIN, OREGON: The Eagle Cap Excursion Train is taking a step back in time Saturday, October 1, when passengers have the opportunity to experience the excitement of a train robbery. The Gold Dust Bandits, a rough-around-the-edges group of horseback riders and thrill-seekers, are planning a heist sometime during the 3.5 hour train ride. The rugged...Continue Reading
Hells Canyon Scenic Byway Update June 9, 2011 – The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has announced the Forest Service section of the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway (Forest Road 39 or the Wallowa Loop Road), has been maintained and is passable for visitors. The opening is just in time for sightseers to enjoy the canyon country at...Continue Reading
One of the most frequently asked questions the byway organization receives concerns the status of the Forest Service 39 Road, which links the north leg of the byway (Oregon Highway 82 from La Grande to Enterprise and Joseph) with the south leg of the byway (Oregon Highway 86 from Baker City to Halfway, Copperfiled/Oxbow and...Continue Reading
The Eagle Cap Excursion Train 2011 season is well under way and the scenery and friendly volunteers are drawing rave reviews from passengers. Train rides depart from the Elgin boarding site at 10 a.m. for a 3.5 hour train ride in roadless canyon country. The train travels down the Grande Ronde River to Rondowa, then up...Continue Reading
