Adams County

NOTE: Article updated for the 2026 Sandhill Crane Festival March 20th, 21st and 22nd. 2026. The Columbia National Wildlife Refuge begins in the small eastern Washington farming community of Othello. From the bustling Main Street, the refuge stretches northwest for uninterrupted miles upon miles of channeled scablands, rocky slopes, basalt landscapes and ancient, dried out...

A small town of just over 1,600 residents, Ritzville isn’t a vacation hotspot. And while there may not be much to do in this 1.70 square mile area, it does make for a great place to stretch your legs. Check out these activities that make Ritzville a unique spot to stop. Visit Ritzville Before stopping...