TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER
Free-flowing river & shrub-steppe
A Columbia River reach and surrounding shrub-steppe protect wildlife and a striking eastern Washington landscape. Public units offer selected places to walk, watch birds or reach the river.
BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT
What to explore
- 01White Bluffs area
- 02Public river access points
- 03Shrub-steppe habitats
Before you go
Only designated public areas are open. Follow refuge access rules and do not enter closed federal facilities or restricted lands.
Give the place time
Choose a manageable walk, viewpoint or tour, and allow time for interpretation. Gateway areas help orient the visit; they are not exact entrance directions.
Make the details easy
Confirm the specific facilities, walking surfaces and vehicle access your group needs. Tours, transport and special access may require separate arrangements.
Check the official source for current access, hours, fees, reservations, permits and alerts. Photos may show earlier conditions. Suggested highlights are visit ideas, not a guarantee that every area is currently open.