THE DUNES!!!

Ok, ok, we all know winter is quickly approaching and our days at the beloved "dunes" are long gone with the sun and syllabus week. However, that doesn't mean we can't still talk about it. Embarrassingly enough, my first trip to the dunes was this year, as a senior (yikes!). So, don't be like me and wait till your last year in Pullman to experience WSU students' favorite place to go during the summer.



What are the Dunes, Anyway?
The dunes are located on the snake river near lower granite dam. The dam is open from Monday thru Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., so be sure to give yourself enough time because otherwise, you'll have to take the long way home.

Where the heck are they?
Contrary to popular belief, the dunes are actually located just outside of Pullman in a little town called Pomeroy, WA. Depending on which way you go, it takes anywhere from 33 - 40 miles to get there, and anywhere between  an hour to an hour and a half. Well worth the drive!

So What do we do There?
The dunes are located on waist-deep water provided by the Snake River. It's enjoyable because it's not too deep but you can still get cooled off on a hot day. A lof of people bring picnics, water floaties, beverages and even set up nets for water sports. Just remember to clean up after yourself because this area should stay as nice and beautiful as it currently is!

Free, Free, Free!
One of the best parts of visiting the dunes is, besides the snacks and gas, the trip is free! It's a great alternative for struggling college students on a budget.

So whether you're looking for a place to cool off on those scorching Pullman summer days, a place to hang out with LOTS of Cougs (depending on the day) or you just finally have to see what this place is all about, make the trip to the dunes one summer weekend, and you won't regret it!

Driving directions to The Dunes

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Washington State University Pullman, Washington (509) 335-0214

	1. Head southeast on NE Wilson Rd toward Grimes Way
		0.2 mi
	2. Slight right onto Grimes Way
		0.3 mi
	3. Take the 2nd right onto Lincoln Dr
		443 ft
	4. Turn left onto NE Wilson Rd
		0.2 mi
	5. Turn left onto NE Stadium Way
		0.5 mi
	6. Turn right onto E Main St
		0.8 mi
	7. Turn right onto N Grand Ave
		417 ft
	8. Take the 1st left onto WA-270 W/NW Davis Way/State Route 270 W (signs for US-195/Colfax/Spokane)
		2.2 mi
	9. Turn left onto WA-270 W (signs for US-195 S/Lewiston)
		308 ft
	10. Turn left onto US-195 S
		0.7 mi
	11. Take the 1st right onto WA-194 W/Wawawai Rd Continue to follow WA-194 W
		2.7 mi
	12. Turn right to stay on WA-194 W
		11.9 mi
	13. Turn left onto WA-194 W/Almota Rd Continue to follow WA-194 W
		6.4 mi
	14. Turn left onto Lower Granite Rd
		3.5 mi
	15. Continue onto Lower Granite Dam Rd
		0.9 mi
	16. Turn right onto Almota Ferry Rd Destination will be on the right
		4.6 mi

The Dunes Lower Deadman Rd Pomeroy, Washington 99347