Headed out on a trip to eastern Washington and Oregon next Sunday, Aug 4th. The plan is after riding Lolo pass to Lewistown, maybe spend a couple of days riding the Palouse area. Then maybe take Hwy 3 down to Enterprise and Joseph.

I'm finding conflicting information as to whether there is a paved road from Joseph to western Idaho, say maybe McCall, ID.

Any info on that area of Oregon would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

 

I just did that ride in reverse, McCall to Joseph. Wallowa Mountain Rd to NFD 39 through Hells Canyon NRA is paved, then OR 86 to Oxbow, OR 71 to ID 71 to US 95 to McCall. Lotsa twisties.

Watch the mountain road by Joseph, in rough shape and the gravel beds in the construction zones are not packed. Go around them if possible.

Take the 22 mile detour up to HC Dam on the Idaho side from Oxbow if you can. Great ride.

Enjoy. Oh yeah, plan your gas stops, whole lotta nothing out there.

 

Have a safe and great trip.

 

Thanks for great info.

Where by Joseph will we find the road construction?

 

North end of Wallowa Mtn Loop, off Imnaha Hwy.

 

In Joseph..... Indian Lodge is a great mom and pop motel, and the Cheyanne Cafe makes a great breakfast ... good lunch & dinner at The Outlaw.

 

A couple of photos from trips past:


Wallowa Lake

Hells Canyon Overlook

Hwy 86 Hells Canyon on the way to Riggins, ID.

 

I'll also add a place called The Hydrant. I've eaten there a few times and I liked the food and the atmosphere.

 

And of course don't forget Boggan's (Boe-ganns to the locals) Oasis where Hwy 3 crosses the Grande Ronde River.

 

Best pie in the area