Category: Outdoor Recreation

Uncharted Territory: Discover the Top 10 Outdoor Adventures of Lewis Clark Valley

By Kris Rose As the gateway to the awe-inspiring Hells Canyon, Lewis Clark Valley is an outdoor paradise. From kayaking to mountain biking, Lewis Clark Valley’s outdoor diversity will bring you in, but discovering this extraordinary (and crowd-free!) place will make you never want to leave.  In the valley, recreation opportunities are limitless — that’s… Read more »

Fur Friendly Getaway in the Lewis Clark Valley

The Lewis Clark Valley is an ideal destination for pups and their parents in search of outdoor adventure, scenery, and endless options for fun. Avoid the crowds and plan a fur-friendly getaway with your paw-fect buddy. We’ve sniffed out the best pet-friendly spots to stay and have a doggone good time. Staying With more than… Read more »

Lewis Clark Valley Area Day Hikes

Make the Lewis Clark Valley your home base and explore our local and regional hiking trails. Hells Gate State Park & US Army Corps of Engineers Habitat Management Unit The area beyond Hells Gate State Park is the perfect place to hike spring, fall, and winter. Trails are a combination of gravel and dirt with… Read more »

Refreshing & Affordable Adventures in the Lewis Clark Valley

Keep your cool and more dollars in your pocket with some refreshing and affordable adventures in the Lewis Clark Valley.  Cool Down in Hells Canyon It may be “Hells” Canyon, but there are plenty of ways to invigorate your summer. Feel the wind in your hair as you glide through North America’s deepest river gorge… Read more »

Pair Adventure with a Perfect Culinary Side Trip

Superb food and drink make every adventure even more memorable. The Lewis Clark Valley has the perfect complement to every adventure.  Time to Wine Down When it’s time to wine (and wind) down, a relaxing getaway in Lewis-Clark Valley wine country is just the ticket. Begin your stay at the Holiday Inn in Clarkston with beautiful views of the… Read more »

Spring for a Weekend Getaway in the Lewis Clark Valley

Spring is here and it’s time to get away! If you’re ready for golf, wine tasting, outdoor adventure, or checking off a once-in-a-lifetime trip, there’s a budget-friendly weekend waiting for you in the Lewis Clark Valley. Sip, Savor & Stay Surprise your friends and plan a trip to a wine region with a history of award-winning wine…since… Read more »

Come for the Wine, Stay for the Adventure

Get your tickets and taste the Northwest’s best kept wine secret – the Lewis-Clark Valley AVA – with their Summer Passport to Wine program. All summer long passport holders will receive complimentary tasting, on time per winery, and special discounts at local attractions, hotels, restaurants and tasting rooms. Visit and savor Wine Press Northwest’s 2020… Read more »

Top 5 Outdoor Recreation Sites and Self-Guided Tours of the Lewis Clark Valley

The weather is warming up quickly and Spring is here – Now is the perfect time to plan your future trip to discover the wide open spaces and beauty of The Lewis Clark Valley! With serene parks and trails, historic landmarks and outdoor art installations, The Lewis Clark Valley offers fun activities without the crowds…. Read more »

Get Outside – it’s beautiful

One of the best things about living in or visiting the Lewis-Clark Valley this time of year is all of the outdoor activities there are! Take for instance the great Clearwater and Snake River National Recreation Trail system we have right here. You can walk, run or bike the nearly 20 miles of paved pathway… Read more »

History Meets Adventure in Hells Canyon

The area known as Hells Canyon is rich in history. And while some of it’s notoriety comes from the expedition of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, it was populated long before their 19th Century journey by the Nez Perce people (Nimiipuu). The Lewis-Clark Valley is located at the mouth of Hells Canyon. Hells Canyon is… Read more »