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Fall weather and shorter days are adding colorful highlights to the Grande Ronde and Wallowa River canyons, making a trip on the Eagle Cap Excursion Train even more scenic. This Saturday, learn about the history of the Joseph Branch and railroads across the region through exhibits in the depot and on the train from guest historians Harlan and Becci Scott. Trains and railroads played a large role in the settlement of the west and its growth during the twentieth century. When the Joseph Branch opened in 1908, an important connection was made between the main rail line that passed through…
Read MoreThe Eagle Cap Excursion Train is offering an unusual train ride Saturday, August 29. The train operates on a remote stretch of track between Elgin and Wallowa, Oregon, in the state’s scenic northeast corner. As was typical when railroads were constructed early in the twentieth century, the track follows the shores of two rivers, the Grande Ronde and the Wallowa, and crosses tributaries along the way. Both of these rivers are known as outstanding fisheries, particularly for steelhead and Chinook. Lookingglass Creek joins the Grande Ronde several miles downstream from the town of Elgin and a few upstream from the…
Read MoreDue to the high risk of fire in our forests and range land and corresponding fire restrictions put in place by the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Eagle Cap Excursion Train has cancelled its August 15 train ride. We are very sorry for the inconvenience and disappointment this causes our passengers. Unfortunately, the conditions and weather are beyond our control. With the hot weather and extremely dry conditions, the risk is too high for Wallowa Union Railroad. The cost of putting out a fire caused by the train would prohibitive, not to mention the environmental devastation. Agents at Alegre Travel are…
Read MoreTo celebrate the 7 Wonders of Oregon, Travel Oregon asked seven of Oregon’s best bicycle makers to create seven one-of-a-kind bikes. All this summer, the bikes will be hidden where they belong, at Oregon’s 7 Wonders, for lucky adventurers to find, own and ride. This week, collect the clues and start searching for the custom made Wallowas bike! What is this all about? Watch the video to learn more about this promotion, introducing people to Oregon’s incredible cycling opportunities in each of the Seven Wonders of Oregon. TravelOregon.com/7bikes7wonders. This week, July 13, they’re hiding the Wallowas bike, also known…
Read MorePeople looking for a pleasant way to spend a summer evening will want to know about Dinner & Music on the Train, a special sunset train ride beside the Grande Ronde and Wallowa Rivers. The Eagle Cap Excursion Train departs from the Elgin Depot Saturday, July 18, at 4:30 p.m., for this rare opportunity to see the river landscape at dusk. Passengers will be treated to acoustic fiddle and bluegrass tunes, performed by Carla Arnold, Erin Morgan and Mike Evans. The meal, prepared by Ten Depot Street Restaurant of La Grande, is served as the train winds in and out…
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