Farewell Bend State Recreation Area, Oregon

If you find yourself on the Oregon/Idaho border at the banks of the Brownlee Reservoir (fed by the lustrous Snake River) you will reflect, perhaps, on the settlers that traveled that perilous path we call the Oregon Trail and how they rested where you stand now and took a longing-filled look at the water. Or not. You might be too occupied with reservoir activities, like fishing, boating and jet skiing...or you might be staring, enchanted at the likes of chukars, eagles, quail, deer and pronghorn antelope. Either way, you’ll be delighted in Farewell Bend State Park, where history meets river-fed fun meets camping activity mayhem!