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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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