Grande Ronde River (More...)

The Nez Perce, Umatilla, Walla Walla, and Cayuse Indians lived in the reaches of the Grande Ronde. Evidence of the cultural history can be glimpsed in the form of historic and prehistoric places and objects on the public lands. These cultural resource sites are fragile and irreplaceable, and the law protects this cultural history.
The land is managed by several interests, including the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service, the State of Oregon, and many private landholders. Because of the remote nature of the river canyon, vehicle access is often impossible and the conveniences of civilization are few.