Oregon Whitewater Rafting
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Redmond, Oregon is only a few minutes from lakes and the Cascade mountains. Deschutes River is only four miles from Redmond, Oregon Redmond is in the heart of a golfers paradise. Redmond, Oregon has over 24 public and private courses. Redmond, Oregon has much to offer the outdoor enthusiast. Smith Rock State Park, in Redmond, Oregon is the area that visitors and climbers want to see. The world famous rock-climbing area draws climbers from all corners of the world. It provides not only the best climbing surface for sports enthusiast, but awe-inspiring vistas, for rock-climbing is becoming a huge spectator sport. For the neophyte climber shoe rentals and hiking guides are available in Redmond and Bend. The hike that goes straight to the top of Smith Rock is the most challenging of the hiking Trails. Misery Ridge is located 1/2 mile from the footbridge. It ascends 660 vertical feet, featuring a summit view of the Cascades and the often-photographed monkey face. Day use fee $3 per vehicle. The park is nearing completion of an ADA-approved trail, its gravel path is hikeable, but not hard-topped yet. The half-mile handicapped-accessible trail features a bench for resting and beautiful viewpoints along the scenic canyon rim. The state park is largely unmarred by its fame. There is no interpretive center nor fancy kiosks. The restrooms, trails, and viewpoints are the only signs of man-made changes to the park area. Primitive tent camping is available, in the grassy fields for $5 night, plus $4 per person per night - first come first served. Redmond, Oregon offers the Peterson Rock Garden, Operation Santa Claus (a working reindeer ranch), and Eagle Crest Resort. In the summer starting from July 30 to Aug. 2, Redmond offers the Deschutes County Fair, the biggest and best fair this side of the Cascades. During the rest of the year the fairgrounds host all kinds of shows, exhibitions and festivals - at least one big event each weekend. Redmond has several city parks which are clean and beautiful for activities. Redmond parks are owned by the city and cannot be reserved for private parties. The parks have restrooms in the summer. Baker Park has playground equipment and a picnic area. Kalama Park has a playground and picnic area, Umatilla Sports Complex has all types of ball fields, soccer field and picnic area.
Recreation, Attractions and Things to Do...
Aspen Lakes Golf Course & Estates - 16900 Aspen Lakes Drive Sisters, OR 97759 541-549-4653 or 541-549-4588 Black Butte Ranch - 13653 Hawks Beard P.O. Box 8000 Black Butte Ranch, OR 97759 541-595-6211 or 800-452-7455 Residential and recreation community
Destination Wilderness - 49701 McKenzie Hwy, Vida OR., 97488.
800-423-8868/541-549-1336 or Fax: 541-549-1297...
Wilderness Web Site
Eagle Crest Resort - 1522 Cline Falls Road P.O. Box 1215 Redmond, OR 97756 541-923-2453 or 800-682-4786 Destination resort -- golf, hotel, sports center, condo's Fly Fisher's Place, The - 151 West Main Ave P.O. Box 1179 Sisters, OR 97759 541-549-3474 High Desert Museum - 59800 S. Highway 97 Bend, OR 97702 541-382-4754 Live birds of prey up close when you visit The High Desert Museum. Live animals, walk-through dioramas and imaginative interactive exhibits tell the story of the land, people, animals and plants of the High Desert region. Hinterland Ranch - (67750 Hwy 20 W) PO Box 1839 Sisters, OR 97759 541-549-1215 A private, working ranch; home to 250 llamas. The most genetically diverse llama herd in North America Hoodoo Ski Area/Recreation Area - Hwy 20 P.O. Box 8516 Coburg, OR 97408 541-822-3799 or 541-484-6595 Year around outdoor family recration. Providing downhill and crosscountry skiing and camping in over 60 campgrounds. Long Hollow Ranch - 71105 Holmes Rd Sisters, OR 97759 541-923-1901 or 1-877-923-1901 Working guest ranch, a ranch where hay and cattle are raised and where guest are hosted McKenzie River Adventures - Corner of Cascade & Pine P.O. Box 567 Sisters, OR 97759 1-800-832-5858 or 541-822-3806 Enjoy whitewater rafting at its best with the Outfitter that started it all on the "Wild & Scenic Upper McKenzie." Great for first timers, families & kids Mt. Bachelor, Inc. - 335 SW Century Drive PO Box 1031 Bend, OR 97709-1031 541-382-2442 Mt. Bachelor has been named the "Best Lift System in North America" by Ski magazine. Enjoy 3,686 acres of skiing, 70 runs and a 3,365 foot vertical drop. Six day lodges, 12 cross-country trails, more. Summer sightseeing options. Ouzel Outfitters - PO Box 827 Bend, OR 97709 1-800-788-RAFT or 541-385-5947 Ouzel has offered the finest half and one-day trips on the McKenzie, Deschutes and Umpqua Rivers Sun Country Tours - 531 SW 13th St. Bend, OR 97702 541-382-6277 Operating on the upper and lower Deschutes, upper McKenzie and North Umpqua rivers, trips range from 3 hours to 5 days The Lodge at Suttle Lake - 13300 Hwy 20 Sisters, OR 97759 541-595-2628 Suttle Lake is an oasis nestled in the pines, perfect for both those seeking outdoor adventure and those seeking solitude. We have 6 rustic cabins and 3 full-service cabins. 6 new luxurious full-service cabins featuring stone fireplaces will be available. New Cascadian-style lodge will open with 11 rooms. Our Boathouse Restaurant offers fine cuisine worthy of its breathtaking view of Suttle Lake. It also offers a full-service bar. Our marina offers boat and bicycle rentals. SUTTLE LAKE IS A PET FREE ZONE. Wheel Fun Rentals - 20289 Hardy Road, #1 Bend, OR 97701 619.737.7746 Specialty cycle rentals, located at 164 N. Elm (at the Chamber of Commerce).
Miscellaneous
Camp Sherman Store/Fly Shop - Center of Main Road P.O. Box 638 Camp Sherman, OR 97730 541-595-6711 General store/deli/fly shop/gas Central Oregon Visitors Association - 661 SW Powerhouse Dr., Ste. #1301 Bend, OR 97702 541-389-8799 or 800-800-8334 The Central Oregon Visitors Association provides FREE vacation planning, reservations, tee-times and Visitor Information. Crooked River Dinner Train - 4075 NE O'Neil Road P.O. Box 387 Redmond, OR 97756 541-548-8630 The Crooked River Dinner Train offers Wild West adventure, fine dining and a theatrical experience unrivaled in Central Oregon. Destination Wilderness - 161 N. Elm P.O. Box 1965 Sisters, OR 97759 541-549-1336 or 800-423-8868 Rafting, kayaking & hiking trips Pacific NW, Alaska, Europe, Fiji & S America
Sisters, Oregon is located just east of the Cascade Mountains and just north of the Oregon/California border. Scenic Drives The McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass loop is a National Scenic Byway. Though accessible from cities west of the Cascades, Sisters is the place to begin this beautiful drive through two Cascade passes, past lava flows, and through 10,000-foot peaks. This loop can easily be driven in 3-5 hours, but plan to take longer if you want to enjoy all it has to offer. Total distance of the trip is 82 miles. The best time is July-October as McKenzie Pass is closed in the winter months. McKenzie Pass is closed to vehicles over 35 feet in total length and is not advised for trailers. Other scenic drives are just a short distance from Sisters – The Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway and The Outback Scenic Byway.