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Why not stop by Ruckman Reservoir if you're passing through these parts. There's some attention-grabbing stuff to catch a glimpse of at Ruckman Dam in close proximity to Ruckman Reservoir, and Grande Ronde River has a good whitewater paddling spot close by. This lake is so wonderful. You'll meet a lot of folks from La Grande here, and the Evans Trail is a good hiking trail nearby. You'll need more than a day to discover everything Ruckman Reservoir has to offer,
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| | you can camp at Eagles Hot Lake RV Park, and nearby you stumble on the Summit Mount Emily Trail which is a magnificent hiking trail.
This lake is so wonderful. Arnoldus Loop Reservoir is a nearby lake that you could take a look at, and on a tremendous day you can take a hike along the Hale Spring Trail. If you need a place to stay Best Western Rama Inn & Suites is a great choice. There's so much to do here at Ruckman Reservoir that you need to camp here | |
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for a while, La Grande Rendezvous RV Resort is a perfect location for that. Having a good time at Ruckman Reservoir is easy. You can never get enough of the great skiing at Anthony Lakes, and a lake close by is Fleet Reservoir Number
Two.
Summertime brings highs in the 80's to Ruckman Reservoir. Once the sun is down it drops down to the 50's. Highs through the wintertime are commonly in the 30's with temperatures at Ruckman Reservoir dipping down into the
20's through winter nights. You'll never forgive yourself if you don’t go skiing at Spout Springs if you're here, and a good close by hotel is Lagrande Super 8 Motel.
Not much rain falls here at Ruckman Reservoir; January is when you get the most snow here, and the driest month is July.
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Best Western Rama Inn & Suites, La Grande
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11 miles away
Discover this La Grande hotel surrounded by the natural beauty of Eastern Oregon conveniently located near Eastern Oregon University and Boise Cascade. Nestled between the beautiful Blue Mountains i...
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Lagrande Super 8 Motel, La Grande
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11 miles away
Welcome to the Super 8 LaGrange. Our property is AAA Approved, we offer our guests a SuperStart breakfast, indoor heated pool and hot tub, high speed internet, cable TV w/HBO, ESPN, in-room coffee ma...
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Current weather conditions at Ruckman Reservoir, Union County, Oregon
Local climate location: LA GRANDE 14 miles away
        
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Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.435
Longitude: -117.935
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Hale Spring Trail, Union County, 11 miles away
2.4 hiking miles, 1734 feet elevation difference |
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Evans Trail, Union County, 14 miles away
4.7 hiking miles, 1956 feet elevation difference |
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Grande Ronde River, Union CountyCounty, 3 miles away
Class I - 32 miles long (Riverside City Park to Elgin) |
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Grande Ronde River, Union CountyCounty, 10 miles away
Class II-IV - 13 miles long (Elgin to Palmer Junction) |
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Grande Ronde River, Union CountyCounty, 15 miles away
Class II-IV - 9 miles long (Hilgard Junction State Park to Riverside City Park) |
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Eagles Hot Lake RV Park
 | Tent Sites, RV Hookups, Pets OK, Fires OK, Store, Nearby Grocery, Pool...TENT:We have several designated tenting areas. They are not separated into individual sights. We let tenters camp where they want to. Our tenting rate is $18. 00 for 2 people per night. It's $2. 00 extra for kids over 6., RV:We have 100 RV hookups pull through spaces available. We have 31 - 50 amp spaces and 69 - 30 amp spaces., PETS:No charge for any number of pets. We just ask our guests to pick up after their pets., FIRES:We have two pits which guests can have campfires in. As supply lasts we provide the wood., STORE:We have a store inside our check in area. We try to carry items that most campers would need. We have a small gift item selection with some Eagles shirts and hats., GROCERY:A small grocery is about 5 miles away and a big Safeway is about 8 miles away., POOL:We have a seasonal pool and spa. We try to open it about the first of May depending on the weather. If the weather is really cold and wet we may hold off opening the pool for a week or so., GAMEROOM:The games visitors can play at our park are outside games and theirs plenty of space to do so.... |
Spout Springs
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Spout Springs opened in 1927 and was first known as the Blue Mountain Ski Club. Pete and Esther Eyraud were the first owners. Pete was the second President of Pacific Northwest Ski Instructors Association and was instrumental in bringing the first French ski instructors to the northwest ski areas. Its name is derived from the numerous natural springs that are found throughout the region. There are three springs on the resort's property.
Spout Springs has 2 double chair lifts, a 21 KM cross country trail system, night skiing (the entire area is lighted), and one of the states few free tubing hills. In the late 60's, Spout Springs was the Nordic training center for the United States Olympic team and the Norwegian jump team. Spout Springs flies the Olympic Flag for this distinction.
The conditons link is: http://www.skispoutsprings.com/content.php?id=80
Contact info: http://www.skispoutsprings.com/contact.php
Driving directions: http://www.skispoutsprings.com/content.php?id=102
The 5 day forecast can be obtained at:
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Anthony Lakes
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We had a blast on this mountain on the Beach Day celebration, the staff was friendly as where the locals. They had the best barbeque, the lift lines where short, and the powder was great....
...untains, Ski Anthony Lakes offers powder, spectacular views, and Eastern Oregon serenity. Located at 7100 feet, Anthony Lakes boasts the highest base elevation in Oregon, generating an abundance of cool, dry snowfall. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Ski Anthony Lakes provides an exquisite getaway. Only 150 miles from the Tri-Cities area, Anthony Lakes is a beautiful scenic drive along I-84 and has been a snowrider?s dream destination for over 70 years.
Harboring the driest snow in the region, Ski Anthony Lakes is home to some of the finest, most accessible backcountry riding in the country. Backcountry enthusiasts can access 2000 acres of steeps, bowls, and glades via guided snowcat tours. Nordic skiers can enjoy 33km of both classic and skate groomed trails that are surrounded by Eastern Oregon beauty and serenity. The resort?s 21 runs are accessed via a triple chair that reaches 900 vertical feet. A handle tow and magic carpet are located at the base area accommodating all levels of skiers.
Anthony Lakes offers a full service rental shop, Nordic Center, Lear... |
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