Leave the fast pace and fenced-in views of urban America and wake up to winter in the Wallowas! As the chill heaps the first powder blanket of snow over the back country of the Wallowa Mountains and Hells Canyon – the look and feel in Wallowa County is adventurous. The "Top 25 Things To Do" in Wallowa County!

Our wilderness backdrop is perfect for a day of snow shoeing. For the more spirited Nordic skier or snow mobile enthusiasts, hit the mountains at the Salt Creek Sno-Park or Ferguson Ridge Ski Area. The cold days of winter are made easier at the Sno-Park with a warming hut, easy parking, and restroom facilities. The Wallowas is where you’ll find the solitude and adventure every winter sportsperson craves.

Be sure to get January 22-25th on your 2014 calendar for the Eagle Cap Extreme Sled Dog Race. This is the only Iditarod and Yukon Quest Qualifier west of the Rockies!

The village towns throughout Wallowa Valley and the greater area have something unique for everyone! We are always ready to boast about our incredible local chocolates, brews, coffees, and fine distilled spirits. If you are an art connoisseur or a person driven by culture you are going to love what you find here – world class bronze foundries, sculptures, and galleries; Native American heritage, diners with diverse cuisine, and microbrew pubs that demonstrate the flavor of the Wallowas. Don’t be surprised when you find one-of-a-kind gifts produced by local artisans. Choices will be your only difficulty!

The Wallowa Mountains have a near limitless winter playground to explore. If you would like to receive a visitor packet for Wallowa Lake, Joseph, Enterprise and the greater area click here or call 1 800 585-4121.

For further visitor information for Wallowa County you can visit http://www.josephoregon.com or www.wallowalake.net

For visitor information on National Forests USFS Wallowa Mountain Visitor Office

For visitor information for the greater Eastern Oregon www.eova.com