Whitman Route Interpretive Site
Users will be introduced to an interpretive display on the Marcus and Narcissa Whitman route to their future mission located near Walla Walla, Washington. The overlook offers a panoramic view into Meacham Creek Canyon. This interpretive site is barrier free and nice for picnicking.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 45.46849384
Longitude: -118.2488159
Directions
From Pendleton, Oregon: Travel Interstate 84 east for 34 miles to Exit 243 (Mt. Emily Exit). Take the exit and at the stop sign turn left (north). Cross the freeway on the overpass and proceed past the ramps to the end of the pavement. Forest Service Road 31 starts here. Travel Forest Service Road for 9 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 3109. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 3109 and continue for 2.2 miles to the Whitman Route Trailhead Interpretive Area.
From La Grande, Oregon: Travel Interstate 84 west for 19 miles to Exit 243 (Mt. Emily Exit). Take the exit and at the stop sign turn right (north). Cross the freeway on the overpass and proceed past the ramps to the end of the Pavement. Forest Service Road 31 starts here. Travel Forest Service Road for 9 miles to the junction with Forest Service Road 3109. Turn left onto Forest Service Road 3109 and continue for 2.2 miles to the Whitman Route Trailhead Interpretive Area.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
