Union County, County administrative division in Oregon, United States.
Description
Union County is an administrative division in northeastern Oregon, encompassing a mix of mountainous terrain, river valleys, and rural communities. The landscape transitions from forested ridges to agricultural areas spread across the region.
History
Union County was established in 1864 when the Oregon Legislature divided portions of Baker County into new territories. Its growth followed gold discoveries and cattle ranching activities during the 1800s.
Culture
Local festivals in Union County maintain agricultural traditions with regular exhibitions of regional produce and traditional farming methods.
Practical
Public services and government offices are centered around La Grande, the county's largest town. Visitors should plan for rural road conditions and changeable weather, as the region is accessed primarily by car.
Did you know?
The region's natural boundaries are defined by the Blue Mountains, which contain distinctive geological formations. These mountains shape much of the local economy and outdoor recreation opportunities found throughout the area.
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Wallowa Mountains
57 km
Eagle Cap Wilderness
45.8 km
Hot Lake Hotel
6.1 km
Sacajawea Peak
57.5 km
Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area
45.8 km
North Fork Umatilla Wilderness
50.9 km
Tamástslikt Cultural Institute
65.8 km
Jubilee Lake
62.9 km
Catherine Creek State Park
26 km
Eagle Cap
57.9 km
Wallowa Lake Highway Forest State Scenic Corridor
47.6 km
Hilgard Junction State Recreation Area
18.6 km
Red Bridge State Wayside
24.2 km
Minam State Recreation Area
62.2 km
Eagle Cap Excursion Train
34.3 km
Wallowa River Rest Area
48.7 km
Cove Hot Springs Pool
16.8 km
Elgin Opera House
34.2 km
Thief Valley Reservoir
32.3 km
Wallowa County Courthouse
61.1 km
Langdon Lake
57 km
OK Theatre
61 km
Abel E. Eaton House
14.1 km
RiverBend Alternative Education School
18.6 km
John Anthony House
8.3 km
Greasewood Finnish Apostolic Lutheran Church
75.3 km
Wallowa Ranger Station
51 km
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