Dayton–Pomeroy: local rooms, events and more

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Dayton–Pomeroy

Locals say Dayton-Pomeroy · “Wheat Country”

Rolling wheat hills and quiet main streets.

CrimsonWheat Gold

Welcome to Dayton and Pomeroy, where the wheat fields roll to the horizon and everyone knows your name. Whether you're here for the fair, the rodeo, or just a quiet drive through the Palouse, you'll find a friendly wave and a good cup of coffee.

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The room

Dayton–Pomeroy Quiet now Rolling wheat hills and quiet main streets.

One room for everyone around Dayton–Pomeroy. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.

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Marketplace

Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Dayton–Pomeroy. Sign in to sell something.

Things to do

Dayton Historic Depot Restored 1881 train depot, now a museum with vintage railcars.
Columbia County Courthouse One of the oldest courthouses in Washington, still in use.
Garfield County Courthouse Built in 1905, a landmark in Pomeroy's downtown.
Lewis and Clark Trail State Park Camping and hiking along the Tucannon River.
Dayton Historic Downtown Antique shops, cafes, and brick storefronts from the early 1900s.
Pomeroy Historic Downtown Well-preserved storefronts and the 1905 courthouse anchor the town.

Outdoors Hike the trails at Lewis and Clark Trail State Park
Outdoors Fish for steelhead on the Tucannon River
With kids Visit the county fair
With kids Tour the Dayton Historic Depot
Evenings Catch a local band at a small-town tavern
Evenings Attend a community dance at the Grange Hall
Locals love small-town diners
Locals love farm stands

Through the year

Columbia County Fair August The whole town turns out for carnival rides, 4-H exhibits, and demolition derby.
Garfield County Fair August Rodeo, livestock shows, and a parade down Main Street in Pomeroy.
Dayton 4th of July Celebration July Fireworks over the Touchet River and a small-town parade.

Semi-arid with cold winters and hot summers. Best in spring and fall for mild temps. Best: Spring and early fall are mild and pleasant.

Getaways

Walla Walla Wine tasting, historic downtown, and the Whitman College campus.
Lewiston Riverfront parks, the Clearwater River, and the Nez Perce County Fair.
Pullman Washington State University games, the Palouse Discovery Science Center, and the farmers market.
Moscow University of Idaho campus, the Moscow Farmers Market, and the Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre.

Local flavour

Rooting for Washington State Cougars (NCAA), Idaho Vandals (NCAA), Walla Walla Sweets (collegiate summer baseball)

Eat and drink

Palouse lentils The region is a top lentil producer, and lentil dishes are a local staple
Wheat-based baked goods Fresh bread and pastries from local bakeries
Small-town diner fare Classic burgers, pies, and coffee at family-run diners

Where people go

Grain elevators Iconic towers that punctuate the skyline of every town
County fairgrounds Where locals gather for fairs, rodeos, and 4-H events
Rodeo arenas Rodeo is a beloved tradition in the region
Rolling wheat fields The Palouse's famous hills, golden in summer
Historic main streets Brick storefronts and old-fashioned storefronts in Dayton and Pomeroy

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Nearby

Every area

Walla WallaWashingtonWhere sweet onions and fine wine meet the wide open sky.LewistonIdahoWhere the rivers meet and the hills roll PullmanWashingtonRolling hills, crimson pride, and a taste of home.MoscowIdahoHeart of the Palouse Tri-CitiesWashingtonWhere the desert blooms with wine and sunshine.OthelloWashingtonWhere the desert meets the harvest.La GrandeOregonBig skies, wild rivers, and small-town heart.HermistonOregonBig skies, warm hearts, and the spirit of the West.

Columbia and Garfield counties, WA. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.