Area Activities
As you will realize from reading the information below, there is no shortage of recreational opportunities. No matter what your preference, fun is only a short distance away... We have it all!
Golfing
Central Oregon has 21 golf courses or 342 holes ranging in difficulty, from recreational to challenging and even expert rounds. Sunriver alone has three distinctive courses, including Meadows, Woodlands and the new Crosswater course designed by Robert Cupp.
Biking
With 3 million acres of National Forest, there are limitless opportunities for off-road biking with various degrees of difficulty. Spectacular scenery of rivers, mountains and an abundance of wildlife, you can't go wrong with a bike ride. So, you want to take it easy? Sunriver has over 33 miles of paved bike paths that wind around the Deschutes river, past the Stables and through the unique resort community.
Hiking - Summer and Winter
The Three Sisters Wilderness Pacific Trail System and it's numerous trails extend for miles and miles! Pristine views abound with many private areas for reflection. Everything from day-hiking to overnight trips!
Rock Climbing
People from all over come to Smith Rocks to Climb. It is one of
the few places to climb with such a wide variety of skill
levels. Climbing is possible all year round as Central Oregon
boasts an average of over 280 days of sun per year... An
experience not to be missed!
Smith
Rock
Wind Surfing
You will have no trouble finding a spot to windsurf with the numerous reservoirs or Elk Lake. If you haven't tried it, there are plenty of shops to rent equipment, get tips or take a lesson.
Whitewater Rafting
No matter what your skill level, you'll have the time of
your life whitewater rafting. There are several tour companies
that will guide you through the swift rapids. Big Eddy, of
course, is the most popular being a class IV. Trips range from
3 hours to all day...a real "adventure"Sun Country Tours /
Rafting
Skiing and Snowboarding
Cross Country
A great way to experience the wonder of wildlife and the back country. Most of the snow parks provide shelters for a rest or a snack by a warm fire. Mt. Bachelor has 56KM of groomed trails. The beautiful scenery is second to none!
Down Hill
At Mt. Bachelor, they have a sophisticated network of high-speed, detachable lifts that give you the access needed to experience all 3,700 acres of incredible terrain. Mt. Bachelor has been named "Best Lift System in North America" by Ski Magazine for the second straight year.
Parks & Pipes
Mt. Bachelor was one of the first US resorts to offer unlimited access to snowborders with their jalf pipe, triple pipe, and terrain park. The parks and pipes are groomed regularly and are open to both skiers and snowboarders.
MOUNT BACHELOR STATS
Average Snowfall: 350"
Elevation Base: 6,300'
Elevation Summit: 9,065'
Vertical Drop: 3,365'
Longest Run: 1.5 miles
SLOPE DIFFICULTY
15% Novice
25% Intermediate
35% Advanced
25% Expert
LIFTS
6 High Speed Quads
1 High Speed Detachable Triple Chair
3 Triple Chairs
1 Double Chair
2 Surface Lifts
HOURS OF OPERATION
9:00am - 4:00pm Weekdays
8:00am - 4:00pm Weekends and Holidays
Half-Day begins at Noon
High Desert Museum
MISSION
To broaden the knowledge and understanding of the natural and cultural history and resources of the High Desert for the purpose of promoting thoughtful management decisions that will sustain and enhance the awareness of the region's natural and cultural heritage.
This nationally acclaimed "living museum" celebrates the
region's natural and cultural history with exhibits and
animals. Enjoy Western and Native American artifacts creatively
displayed in three different galleries. Outside, nature trails
will take you through a working sawmill, a 19th-century mining
town, trout streams, and native porcupines and river otters
habitats.
High Desert Museum
Spelunking
Remarkable lava caves can be found all over Central Oregon. The Lava River cave is the longest intact lava tube in Oregon. It is conveniently located one mile off Highway 97 between Sunriver and Bend. Edison Ice Cave is located on the way to Mt. Bachelor. The Lava Lands Visitor Center on Highway 97 is open seasonally and is a great educational experience. There are displays, guided tours and interpretive trails not to mention great views.
