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Halfway

Set in a beautiful valley at the southern base of the Wallowa Mountains and just 55 miles from Baker City, Halfway is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.

Located along the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway (All-American Road) and near the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, visitors can enjoy hiking, rafting and jet-boating, sightseeing, camping, fishing and simply relaxing. The Pine Valley Community Museum tells of the area’s mining, ranching and recreation history. In winter, the community comes alive with snowmobiling enthusiasts who enjoy the easy access from town to hundreds of miles of groomed trails and wide-open play areas.

: Rafting Hells Canyon by Justin Bailie

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Hells Canyon Scenic Byway

America’s deepest river gorge, Hells Canyon, and “Little Switzerland,” the Wallowa Mountains, star on this 208-mile/335-kilometer horseshoe route through the state’s northeast corner, the rich ancestral homeland of the Nez Perce tribe.

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Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025, is...

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Is the Hells Canyon Scenic Byway appropriate for a 35′ motorhome to drive?

The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway is a great drive for visitors! You get some great stops with amazing views. Did you know that Hells Canyon is the deepest gorge in North America? The road itself is nice and well kept. I have a lot of folks come through with large vehicles and RVs. Parking at…