Odessa is a charming community within eastern Washington State's Channeled Scablands region. Some of the fun local events include September's Deutschesfest and the annual Christmas Fest. Stay in downtown Odessa for a weekend as a jumping-off point for exploration of the region's natural areas, a geographically-unique area that has been the center of important controversies related to earth science for decades. The formerly barren lands were flooded immensely throughout the Last Glacial Maximum, creating unique unique lowlands with irregular channels and eroded basalt rock basins. Today, the channels serve as Earth's best analogue to the Martian outflow channels, known for their unique, erratic design. and can enjoy annual special events like September's Deutschesfest, April's Spring Fling, and the city's annual Christmas Fest. Other attractions include the BLM Pacific Lake Trail, which offers hiking and horseback riding opportunities throughout the year.

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