Grande Ronde Farm Trail

Get a true taste of Northeast Oregon by exploring the Grande Ronde Farm Trail—where scenic beauty meets local bounty. This self-guided trail connects you to family-owned farms, orchards, gardens, and markets across Union County. Whether you’re craving fresh produce, artisanal goods, or a chance to meet the people behind the products, the farm trail offers authentic, hands-on experiences rooted in tradition and community.

From seasonal u-picks and farm tours to local markets and special events, there’s something fresh waiting around every bend. Come hungry, leave inspired, and support the growers who make this valley special.

Photo captured by Noah Stone

What is the Grande Ronde Farm Trail?

The Grande Ronde Farm Trail is a self-guided driving tour, highlighting the rich, deep historic agricultural roots throughout the valley. The tour includes farm stands, micro-farms, goat dairies, orchards, and ranches, all with ruggedly beautiful Blue Mountains and Wallowa Mountains as backdrops. Participating growers and ranchers love sharing their stories and their passion-includinng just what it takes to grow food and livestock in Union County.

Explore the flavors, stories, and landscapes of Union County along the 21-stop Grande Ronde Farm Trail. This self-guided experience invites both locals and visitors to connect with the region’s rich agricultural roots through farm tours, tastings, and unique hands-on experiences you won’t find just anywhere.

Once you’ve picked up or downloaded your brochure, use this guide to dive deeper into the heart of Union County and uncover the people, products, and places that make our farm community so special.

Farm Visitor Etiquette & Safety

Watch for the "Open" sign, or call
Read and obey signs
Closely supervise children
Ask before taking pets out of your car
Stay out of buildings and off equipment
Be careful not to step on crops

Tips for Planning Your Grande Ronde Farm Trail Adventure:

Choose Your Own Pace
Visit as many—or as few—stops as you’d like, in any order that fits your schedule and interests. The trail is designed to be flexible and traveler-friendly!

Seasonal Hours Vary
Many farms and markets take a break between November and March, so be sure to check hours or call ahead before visiting your preferred stops.

Make La Grande Your Home Base
Centrally located and full of great amenities, La Grande is the perfect place to stay while exploring the broader farm trail.

Take Your Time
To truly enjoy the experience, give yourself a full day—or even better, a weekend—to explore several stops, meet the farmers, and taste your way through Union County.

Photo provided by

Hines Meat Company

Where Is the Grande Ronde Farm Trail?

The Grande Ronde Farm Trail is nestled entirely within Union County, Oregon, stretching from the stunning Blue Mountains to the edge of the Eagle Cap Wilderness—the only bowl-shaped mountain range in the region!

At the heart of the trail is La Grande, the largest community along the route. You'll also wind your way through the charming towns of Union, Cove, Imbler, Elgin, Summerville, and North Powder, each offering its own slice of Eastern Oregon’s agricultural heritage.

The trail forms a scenic loop that begins and ends in La Grande, taking you on a journey through rolling fields, quiet country roads (yes, some gravel!), and wide-open spaces. Keep your eyes out for breathtaking views—and maybe even a curious deer or two crossing your path.

What Can You Do Along the Grande Ronde Farm Trail?

Agriculture connects us with the food and beverages we love so much- so get a feel for how it all begins at working farms along the trail

Apple Spring Farms offers an organic and interactive experience. Selling vegetables, flowers, fruits and berries, and delicious baked goods made everyday. Pet an alpaca or maybe even pick up a dozen eggs from their happy hens. Call for the latest updates on what is available from our gardens, and what the treat of the day is.
Bunchgrass Land & Livestock is a working cattle ranch demonstrates how agriculture can coexist and benefit from good fishery habitat and functional ecosystem. Tours of the restoration projects are available and can be scheduled in advance via email (andrea@holisticmanagement.guide).
Union County Museum has lots about the rich agriculture history with the Cowboys Then & Now Exhibit, as well as their Agriculture, Transportation & Timber building of exhibits. Immerse yourself in the history of the Grande Ronde Valley.
Ladd View Ranch is a Babydoll Southdown sheep farm! Call and schedule a tour to experience how these sheep are managed to enhance the ecology of the orchard, pond, stream, and woodland areas and meet thes "woolly teddy bears." You can see lambs mid-February through May.