The Eagle Cap Excursion Train is a scenic train that operates on a 63 mile long railroad, linking the communities of Elgin, Wallowa, Enterprise and Joseph in Northeast Oregon. Along the way, the track passes through spectacular roadless areas as it follows the Wild & Scenic Grande Ronde River down stream, then turns up the Wallowa River and across the beautiful Wallowa Valley to the base of the towering Wallowa Mountains. The track, historically known as the Joseph Branch, is owned by the governments of Wallowa and Union Counties and operated by the Wallowa Union Railroad Authority, which also operates rail freight service on the track.
The views from all of the windows are fabulous!
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WALLOWA RAFT & RAIL
- 8.5 or 17 rail miles, Departs from Minam at 2 p.m.
Book a Raft & Rail combined trip for real fun! Raft down the Wild & Scenic but family-friendly Wallowa River, then ride the train back to Minam. Or, hop on the train at Minam and ride to Rondowa, where rafters are picked up, then back to Minam. Winding Waters Outfitters offers rafting and train ride adventure packages. Or make arrangements with the Minam Motel for an independant raft trip. Schedule varies, depending on demand and water levels. Ask Alegre Travel for details and reservations, 1.800.323.7330.
On this single day expedition we will float down the roadless Wallowa river to our rendesvous point with the Wallowa Union Railroad where we will trade in our boats for a train ride back up the river. This single day expedition will begin and end in Joseph, OR on Saturdays and Sundays from June 7th to August 31st. The Weekend Getaway includes 1 night lodging at the Chandlers Inn B&B in Joseph, Oregon
