/Outdoor Rec
Walla Walla’s premiere gravel cycling event returns for 2026, on Sunday, September 13 The Walla Walla Grit is back! After retiring and closing Allegro Cyclery, a beloved downtown fixture, Michael and Kathryn Austin also thought they were done with the Grit. “After canceling the event in 2025, the cycling community wanted to do whatever it … Read More
Calling swimmers, paddleboarders, and kayakers of all levels for this fun-filled open water event held at Lyon’s Ferry State Park! Situated at the confluence of the historic Palouse and Snake Rivers, Swim the Snake (August 8, 2026, with check-in starting at 9:30am) provides a rare opportunity to enjoy the water while closed to boat traffic. … Read More
Ah, nothing like wide open spaces, breathtaking views of the Blues, and golf courses smack in the middle of wine country to bring nine irons together like two birdies in a hole. We’re enticing you with two favorite holes from each course selected by the experts: Veterans Memorial Golf Course | 201 Par 72 Drive, … Read More
Some of the best cycling in the Pacific Northwest can be found at the inaugural Bike Camp Walla Walla June 7-12 where miles of carefully curated routes await you. Former bike industry executive (many years of it spent in Walla Walla) and cycling advocate Jerry Norquist is the passionate architect behind his longtime if-you-build-it-they-will-come dream. For years, … Read More
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Walla Walla in the spring and fall for miles of cycling past vineyards and orchards or for hiking with a backdrop of wheat fields, the Blue Mountains, or pine forest. But there’s equal magic in the fourth season – winter – when you’ll find plenty of easily-accessible family-friendly activities to keep … Read More
Where the rolling hills of golden wheat fold themselves into wooded canyons and creek beds, tucked away like a secret letter into a sacred hiding spot, Stella’s Homestead is a love letter to the Walla Walla Valley’s natural and historical landscapes. The Coppei Creek runs right through the fold of Stella’s Homestead. The word coppei … Read More
Combine a scenic gravel ride with a visit to a local vineyard. Nestled in the rolling yellow hills of the Palouse and crisscrossed by a network of unpaved roads, Walla Walla, Washington is quickly becoming a gravel riding destination. A few miles north of the Oregon border, the city gives way to the endless farmland … Read More
When the summer temperatures soar, it is easy to find yourself longing for the reprieve of winter. Even though there’s no snow in sight, it still feels like Christmas in July up at the Bluewood ski area where there is a bounty of wildflowers, a lush conifer forest, miles of trails, cooler temperatures, and beautiful … Read More
By Melissa Queen Late spring around Walla Walla, the rolling hills of the Palouse are vibrant and alive. The wheat fields, still gentle and green from spring rains, glisten and gleam. And the yellow canola fields in bloom create their own golden light. From its vantage point overlooking this beautiful valley and these rolling hills … Read More
One of the best things about visiting Walla Walla, Washington, is easy access to relaxing outdoor activities. Because of the Walla Walla Valley’s location next to the Blue Mountains, visitors are free to fill their stay with scenic hikes, wine tasting with up-close views of vineyards, or something in between. In this list, we’ll explore … Read More
