Category: Day Trips

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 »

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 »

An Insider’s Guide to the Ultimate Vacay in the Lewis Clark Valley

Where to go, what to do, and where to dine at the Gateway to Hells Canyon When planning a trip, have you ever wished you had an inside track to the best places to stay, eat, and drink? Or, what attractions are “don’t miss,” or “experience it if you have time?” Or, the hidden gems… 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 »

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 »

The Lewis Clark Valley has a tour for you

Whether you seek history or adventure touring the Lewis Clark Valley is easy when you consider one of these great options full of fun and unique experiences! Nez Perce Tourism offers cultural tours to those wishing to learn more about the Nez Perce (Nimi’ipuu) Tribe who inhabited this area for thousands of years. This tour… 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 »

Dogwood Festival Brings a Month of Culture to the Lewis-Clark Valley

April in the Lewis Clark Valley is always an exciting time! It is the start of the regions festival season and no festival is a better start to this time of year than the month-long Dogwood Festival spear-headed by Lewis-Clark State College. The Festival provides an array of fun-filled, family-friendly events and with 2019 marking… Read more »