Eastern Oregon
Wallowa, Oregon
City
Small town in the Wallowa Valley
Wallowa is a small city in Wallowa County north of Enterprise, sitting in the Wallowa Valley among farms and ranchland.
History & Local Character
Wallowa was founded in the 1880s and named for the Wallowa band of the Nez Perce. Farming and ranching remain central.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is mostly single-family homes on large lots, with prices among the lowest in the county.
Restaurants & Shopping
The town has a cafe or two, with Enterprise 20 minutes south offering more options.
Schools & Education
Wallowa students attend Wallowa School District schools, a small K-12 system.
Parks & Recreation
The Wallowa River, Wallowa Lake and the Eagle Cap Wilderness offer fishing, boating and hiking.
Transportation & Accessibility
OR 82 and OR 3 connect Wallowa to Enterprise and the Grande Ronde Valley, with limited transit.
Local Businesses
CafeFarm and ranch supplyFuel and repairOutdoor guides
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Nearby Attractions
- Wallowa River
- Wallowa Lake
- Eagle Cap Wilderness
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Very affordable housing
- Ranch country setting
- Close to the mountains
Considerations
- Very limited services
- Remote from hospitals
- Cold winters
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wallowa the same as Wallowa Lake?
No. Wallowa is a small town in the Wallowa Valley, while Wallowa Lake is south of Joseph at the base of the mountains.