Wasco, Oregon
Three exits from Highway 97 direct travelers into Wasco from the Journey
Through Time Scenic Byway. Wasco's amenities include the historic Columbia
Southern Railway Depot and historic caboose, City Park, Wasco City Library,
North Sherman Elementary School, Wasco Church of Christ, Wasco United Methodist
Church and St. Mary's Catholic Church. Light industrial and business sites
are available. Developing wind farms east of Wasco are seen from the ridge
between Wasco and Moro or from county roads east of town.
Wasco, population about 380, is located close to the route of the Oregon Trail just north of town, and is named for Sherman County's parent county, Wasco. The first post office in the area was Spanish Hollow, established in 1870 by Jesse Eaton, postmaster. The name was changed to Wasco in 1882, and the town incorporated in 1898.
Wasco State Airport serves Wasco and Sherman County and is owned by Oregon Aeronautics Division. The paved runway extends for 3,450 feet. The facility is at an elevation of 1,459-1,503 feet about one mile from Wasco.
Wasco businesses welcome you to Sherman County!
ABC HUSKIES DAYCARE
Cyndi Adams, Director
920 Fulton Street, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5024
Childcare services for children between 6 weeks and 12 years of age and an after-school program: Cougar Camp, at North Sherman Elementary School. Quality childcare at an affordable rate!
CHINA HOLLOW PICTURE ROCK
Don Hilderbrand
P.O. Box 148, 70906 Scott Canyon Road, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 980-9271
Biggs Jasper, Agate, Knapping Stone, Slabs, Spheres, Specimens and Custom Drag Saw Cutting.
DREAM CATCHER HAIR DESIGN
Sam and Carol
1209 Clark Street, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5366
Hair care for men, women and children; retail hair care products.
JALAIN
Elaine Kalista
P.O. Box 366, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5711
Independent distributor for Vitamark, quality supplements to help your body heal itself. Business opportunity.
J & N CABLE SYSTEMS, INC.
John and Nancy Kusky
614 South Columbus Avenue
Goldendale, WA 98620
(509) 773-5359 or 800-752-9809
"A cable television company where you are a name not an account number"
Serving Wasco for over 20 years.
LEAN-TO CAFÉ & GOOSEPIT
SALOON
Kathy Neihart and Mike Gutfleisch
P.O. Box 224, Clark Street, Old Hwy. 97, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5709
Charbroiled burgers and steaks, food, wine, beer, cocktails, deli foods, desserts, smoked meats, food and beer to go; catering.
W.J. MAKELIM CONSTRUCTION
Bill Makelim
69420 N. Sawtooth Road, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-8556
Remodel and new construction.
MCP FARM & HARDWARE STORE
Justin Brill
820 Hwy 206, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5701 or 800-442-5703
Retail hardware outlet (True Value); agriculture, garden and animal care supplies, fencing and much more.
MORROW COUNTY GRAIN GROWERS
71025 Old Hwy. 97 Loop, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5781 or 800-824-7185
Fertilizer and crop health products. Dealer for Case IH, Hesston, Polaris and Kawasaki, serving North Central Oregon.
NORTH SHERMAN PRE-SCHOOL
Brenda Massie
1015 Clark Street, Old Hwy. 97, P.O. Box 308, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5002
Pre-School for children ages three to five years.
NW OURDOOR SPECIALTIES
Don Richelderfer
1023 Fulton St., Wasco
(541)442-5237
Guided goose hunts
OSKALOOSA HOTEL B&B
Ron & Debbie Doherty
Clark Street, Old Hwy. 97 Loop, Wasco, OR 97065
(503)957-6114; (503)515-7374
Lodging in old country charm; home cooked meals. Rooms to rent by month, week or daily.
RDO EQUIPMENT COMPANY
95421 Hwy. 206, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5400 or 800-989-7351 FAX (541) 442-5433
Chris Waggoner, Parts Manager
John Deere sales,
repair and parts.
ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
807 Barnett Street, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-8560
Father John Vogl
Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m. 2nd and 4th Sundays;
8:30 am M,W,Th,F and Saturday
Confession celebrated 30 minutes before mass.
SHERMAN COUNTY TIRE FACTORY
820 Hwy. 206, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-8575 David Rooney
Tire sales and oil changes.
THREE RIVERS RV PARK
Sylvia Reiten
1009 Clark Street, Wasco, OR 97065
(541)442-5537
Full hook-ups; Daily, weekly and monthly rental rates.
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Pastor Bob Reasoner
P.O. Box 325, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5250
Sunday worship 11:00 a.m. All welcome.
VAN GILDER ARABIANS
Dee Van Gilder
P.O. Box 275, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5142
Dedicated to breeding correct, good minded CMK Arabian performance and family horses.
WASCO CHURCH OF CHRIST, CHRISTIAN
Pastor Jerry Krewson
723 Columbia Street, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5889
A non-denominational church welcoming everyone to come and worship the Lord with us.
WASCO HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
Dave & Lisa
715 Armsworthy Street
Wasco, OR 97065
Comfortable rooms with queen beds and private baths. A great place to stay when you explore North Central Oregon/South Central Washington!
WASCO MARKET
Gary Hayden
1020 Clark Street
Old Hwy. 97 Loop, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5220
Groceries, meat, produce, beer, wine, liquor store.
WASCO VARIETY & VIDEO
Arlyn Van Gilder
1016 Clark Street
Old Hwy. 97 Loop, Wasco, OR 97065
(541) 442-5262
A unique variety store, videos and home to Touch of Color Tanning Salon.
