Wenaha Wildlife Area

Wenaha Wildlife Area is a protected reserve in Northeast Oregon that encompasses forests, grasslands, and riparian zones near Troy. The land borders the Umatilla National Forest and contains multiple natural habitat types across its grounds.

The area was established in 1953 when initial land purchases of 4,400 acres were made to address concerns about elk impacts on private farmland. The protected reserve has since grown through additional property acquisitions over the following decades.

The area maintains connections to regional heritage as Native American tribes traditionally used these lands for hunting and gathering natural resources.

The area is open to visitors year-round except January through March when it is closed for maintenance work. Guests should prepare for uneven terrain and changing weather conditions, particularly in the higher elevations of the reserve.

The reserve is home to bald eagles that often soar over the valleys and can be spotted regularly by observant visitors. Guests may also encounter black bears, bighorn sheep, and porcupines moving through the diverse landscape.

Website: http://dfw.state.or.us/resources/visitors/wenaha_wildlife_area.asp

GPS coordinates: 45.90570,-117.52000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:26