Journey Through History at the Historic Oregon Trail in Umatilla County

Car

If you're traveling by car from any location in Linn County, start by getting onto I-5 N. Depending on your starting point, you may need to take local roads to reach I-5. Continue on I-5 N for approximately 60 miles until you reach the exit for I-205 N toward Portland. Merge onto I-205 N and stay on this highway for about 30 miles. Follow the signs for I-84 E toward The Dalles. Merge onto I-84 E and continue for about 100 miles. Take exit 216 for US-395 S toward Pendleton. Continue on US-395 S for about 15 miles, and then follow the signs to Pendleton, OR 97801, where Historic Oregon Trail Umatilla County is located. Be prepared for potential tolls on I-205. Check your vehicle for fuel before the trip as there may be stretches without gas stations.

Public Transportation

To reach Historic Oregon Trail Umatilla County via public transportation, you can take the Greyhound bus service that operates routes from various locations in Linn County to Pendleton, OR. Start by locating your nearest Greyhound station and purchasing a ticket to Pendleton. The bus ride may take several hours, typically ranging from 3 to 5 hours depending on your departure city. Upon arriving at the Greyhound station in Pendleton, you can either walk or use local taxi services to reach Historic Oregon Trail Umatilla County, which is approximately 2 miles away from the station. Ensure to check the Greyhound schedule for available departure times and book in advance if necessary.