Winding Waters River Expeditions

05/18/2026

🌊 Adventure awaits on the Wild & Scenic Grande Ronde River — and you're invited!

Join Wallowa Resources and June 5th–7th for a 3-day guided rafting trip through one of Northeastern Oregon's most stunning river corridors. Run the rapids by day, then unwind by the campfire with live music from Wallowa County artists and rich conversations about the land, history, and the future of this place we love.

🍽️ And did we mention the food? Enjoy delicious, hearty meals all weekend long — because great adventures deserve great eating.

✅ All-inclusive: transportation, meals, tents, cots & sleeping bags
✅ Expert guides on a Wild & Scenic river
✅ 75% of your trip cost supports Wallowa Resources

Spots are limited — don't miss your chance to experience the Grande Ronde like never before.

👇 Sign up below!
https://www.windingwatersrafting.com/activity/wallowa-resources-3-day-rafting-adventure

05/17/2026

Look, we love fishing. But you know who loves fishing more than us? Our buddies at Troy Oregon Outfitters, and they would LOVE to take you out on the Wenaha or Grande Ronde this coming season. Hit them up at troyoregon.com

05/08/2026

We know getting back in the boat can be a difficult thing to accomplish. We don’t recommend this method, but here’s one way to do it…and try not to kick your guide in the face.

05/01/2026

⭐️TRIP HIGHLIGHT⭐️

Taste of Wallowa County on the Snake in Hells Canyon
July 10 - July 12

He’s baaaack!

We’re stoked to announce that the one and only Benny Bettinger, our good friend and chef behind and in Portland, is back to cook for YOU in Hells Canyon.

Benny brings his unparalleled hype to these trips and is really good at making exceptionally good food in the wilderness.

Imagine chomping down on a huge tomahawk steak while watching bighorn sheep roam the cliffs!

Visit our website at www.windingwatersrafting.com to book.

04/16/2026

⭐️TRIP HIGHLIGHT⭐️

Wallowa Resources on the Grande Ronde
June 5th - June 7th

In partnership with local non-profit Wallowa Resources, this trip is rich in conversation. The evenings will find you beside the fire in discussions with local environmental and social stewards, while the days are spent floating the scenic Grande Ronde with all its wildlife.

Proceeds from this trip will go toward land and water stewardship projects on the Grande Ronde corridor.

To find out more about Wallowa Resources, check out their website: www.wallowaresources.org

04/10/2026

This just in from your river correspondent in downtown Troy on the Grande Ronde;
The arrowleaf balsamroot is blooming!
Multiple types of fruit trees are flowering!
The tulips are popping!
The geese are sitting on their eggs!
The horses are still furry!
The Indian paintbrush has been spotted up the Wenaha!
The swallows are swirling!

Like any good spring time, the weather has been varying between warm and sunny, downpouring and high winds.

Come on down, you might even spot a wild Rita!

04/05/2026

Andddd we’re back! We’re excited for the start of yet another season, stay tuned for exciting new trips this upcoming summer!

12/22/2025

12/19/2025

Snow is finally starting to stick around and it’s our last weekend for holiday shopping here at the Boathouse Shop. Come in for goodies, to see some familiar faces, or just for the hot beverages and warm chocolate chip cookies! We are open 11 am-4 pm Friday and Saturday!

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! The boathouse shop will be open Fridays and Saturdays 11am-4pm until Christmas, so come on in to check out our selection of gear, jewelry, accessories, clothing and more. All of us at Winding Waters wish you a happy celebration with whomever you end up at the table!

11/07/2025

Wallowa County Fall is something special 💛