The Different Sides of Wallowa Lake
I often get asked what side of Wallowa Lake is a specific home on. And, being a born and raised person of Wallowa County, I have had to readjust my terminology from the Foot of the Lake and the Head of the Lake to more specific North, South, East, and West sides of Wallowa Lake.
If a home is at the North end of Wallowa Lake, (Foot), this is the side of the lake that has a really spectacular view of Wallowa Lake and Mount Joseph and the Eagle Cap Wilderness. I often say that if you don't want to be at the hub bub of the activities, but want to appreciate Nature's Work, this is the side of Wallowa Lake that you should try and stay on.
If a home is at the West side of Wallowa Lake (more of the Residential, READ: QUIETER, section), I often tell people that this is the side of Wallowa Lake that you will want to bring your boat, fishing pole, or life jacket and just settle into a slower pace. Since there is no road that connects the West side to the South end, you will have to drive back into Joseph, and around Wallowa Lake to get to the South end (where the activities are). This side of the Lake has more locals, more summer full time residents, that are here to enjoy, relax, and they will gladly welcome you to their side, if you can slow down, (mentally and on the gas pedal), and experience what it would be like to live here for 6 months even though you may only be here for less than a week.
The South end (Head) of Wallowa Lake is the resort side of Wallowa Lake. This is where the majority of our homes are located. The resort side of Wallowa Lake offers shops, restaurants, loads of deer, Wallowa Lake Tramway, and kid friendly activities like go carts, mini golf, horse rides, bumper boats, and arcades. This is a good side of the lake for families with kids that want to walk to the activities. This is also where the Marina is located for all of your boating and fishing advice!
The East side of Wallowa Lake is where you will drive so there aren't any lodging options here, but plenty of wide spots to turn off and enjoy that incredible view of the Mountains, or perhaps the person trying to waterski for the first time!
Whichever side of Wallowa Lake fits your families needs, we have a home for you. So, choose a side and then choose your dates, and then choose us! We will help you find the perfect home for that much needed family vacation!
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| Juniper Jam Music Festival |
| 09/04/10 |
| Juniper Jam - The sweetest little music festival in Eastern Oregon Saturday, September 4, 2010 11:00am - 10:00pm Wallowa County Fairgrounds, Enterprise, OR The Wallowa Valley Music Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of a new music festival, taking place over Labor Day Weekend at the Wallowa County Fairgrounds in Enterprise, Oregon. This fun-filled day of music starts at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 4, 2010, with music going on all day until about 10:00 PM. Festival goers will enjoy many styles of music, including folk, country, jazz, Americana and blues, as well as great food and drink, plus children's activities. Tickets for the event are $10, kids under six are free. |
| Hells Canyon Mule Days (30th Annual) |
| 09/10/10 |
| Mule Show with events for every age and skill level. Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Artisans & Exhibitors on The Green, Non-motorized Parade, Pit B-B-Q Dinner, Quilt Show, and Mule and Horse Sale... |
| Hells Canyon Mule Days Quilt Show |
| 09/10/10 |
| Hells Canyon Mule Days Quilt Show Welcome to our 8th annual quilt show that is staged during the Hells Canyon Mule Days event in Enterprise at the Wallowa County Fairgrounds. This exhibit recognizes individual quilt makers from the area with over 100 quilts on display for the three day event. Our show committee is always pleased to show new quilts and we welcome your entry. The Cloverleaf Hall comes alive with quilts that foster designs from the past and also current day patterns that will amaze and inspire the quilter and non-quilter alike. Quilts will be entered in three categories; Bed Size Quilts, Crib/Lap Size Quilts, and Wall Hangings. Also, a special category sponsored by Hannah Beaudoin from Savoie’s Specialties, for Mule designed motif quilts. There will be vendors representing quilt shops throughout the region for all those “must have/can’t resist” items...The raffle quilt will be on display and tickets may be purchased for $1.00 each or six for $5.00 and the winning ticket will be drawn on Sunday at 2:00 pm. Ample free parking and handicap accessible. Admission: $3.00 - good for all weekend. Show Hours: Friday 10-5, Saturday 10-5, Sunday 10-3. |
| Hop The Blues Quilt Shop Hop - 2010 |
| 09/29/10 |
| Gather your quilting friends and "Hop" from shop-to-shop in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington, during the 10th Annual “Hop the Blues,” including two shops right here in Wallowa County. Visit all shops September 29 through October 3, 2010 (Wednesday through Sunday) to be eligible for awesome grand prizes. Every shop will be filled with FREEBIES, wonderful samples, prizes, and lots of fabric for your quilting needs. Pick up your passport, which will be available just prior to the hop at any of the participating shops. Contact: Cattle Country Quilts in Joseph, 541-432-6669, www.CattleCountryQuilts.Com for more info! Hop the Blues participating shops: Aunty Ida’s (Hermiston), Cattle Country Quilts (Joseph), Claudson’s Sew & Soak & Quilt Therapy (La Grande), Savoies Specialties (Enterprise), La Donna’s Fiber Art and Traditions Quilt Shop (Baker City), Pendleton Quilt Works (Pendleton), Quilts Plus (Halfway), Walla Walla Sew & Vac (Walla Walla, WA). |
| Christmas in Joseph Holiday Bazaar |
| 11/26/10 |
| Joseph Community Center We run the bazaar 2 separate weekends. Some vendors attend both weekends and some only one or the other. We have both hand crafted and commercial exhibitors. There will be door prizes and Christmas music both weekends. On the 3rd and the 4th, Santa Paws will be at the Bazaar. Santa will be there for photos for children, adults and of course our most beloved pets! We have 30 vendors attending each weekend from within Wallowa County and also out of state vendors. A grand variety of gifts, decorations and greenery, including fresh Christmas Wreaths and Swags. For booth or table information contact Beverly Wyffels at (541) 432-9501. |
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