Terri And Kendall's Guidebook
Hiking, biking, boating, fishing, swimming , cross country ski, snowshoeing
Out our front door, turn right down Park Drive , and a left on 3rd to enter park through access gate. Turn right and look for paved trail or veer slight left past maintenance shed to access trail that leads to Cougar Woods trail. 11 miles of trail will leave plenty of options to explore this amazing park.
With miles of multi-purpose trails, you can find solitude amongst the giant Ponderosas. With views and access to both Deschutes and Fall Rivers, this area provides endless opportunities for recreation. Don’t miss the Big Tree, an ancient Ponderosa that deserves a jaw dropping gaze.
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Parque Estatal LaPine
15800 State Recreation RdWith miles of multi-purpose trails, you can find solitude amongst the giant Ponderosas. With views and access to both Deschutes and Fall Rivers, this area provides endless opportunities for recreation. Don’t miss the Big Tree, an ancient Ponderosa that deserves a jaw dropping gaze.
Too hot in La Pine? Drive up to Paulina Lake Lodge, pay the $5 parking fee, bring your swimsuit and a beach blanket and spend the day at 6,000 feet elevation. It's a quick drive from our house (30 minutes), and you will NOT regret the cooler temperatures, amazing views, and swim friendly lake,. Hang out on the lawn and you will feel like a resort guest.
Paulina Lake Lodge
22440 Paulina-East Lake RdToo hot in La Pine? Drive up to Paulina Lake Lodge, pay the $5 parking fee, bring your swimsuit and a beach blanket and spend the day at 6,000 feet elevation. It's a quick drive from our house (30 minutes), and you will NOT regret the cooler temperatures, amazing views, and swim friendly lake,. Hang out on the lawn and you will feel like a resort guest.
Go take a hike through a lava tube! Reservations are now required. Perfect activity for a hot day! Bring or rent flashlights. Reservations are now required. So please book early!
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Cueva del Río de Lava
Cottonwood RoadGo take a hike through a lava tube! Reservations are now required. Perfect activity for a hot day! Bring or rent flashlights. Reservations are now required. So please book early!
World Class Fishing. Also, great for a swim or boat, or float/paddle from Sheep Bridge Campground to Gull Point (plan a shuttle).
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Wickiup Reservoir
World Class Fishing. Also, great for a swim or boat, or float/paddle from Sheep Bridge Campground to Gull Point (plan a shuttle).
Park at Little Crater Lake Campground up at Paulina Lake. Hike 2.7 miles through campground to hot springs.
Paulina Lake Hot Springs Trailhead
Park at Little Crater Lake Campground up at Paulina Lake. Hike 2.7 miles through campground to hot springs.
Hiking
This trail will transport you back in time. With plenty of interpretive signs, you will learn about the geology, and culture of this unique place.
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Big Obsidian Flow Trailhead and Interpretive Site
This trail will transport you back in time. With plenty of interpretive signs, you will learn about the geology, and culture of this unique place.
Tumalo Mountain is an easy 4 mile round trip trail with spectacular views of the Three Sisters, Broken Top and Mt. Bachelor. Because it is relatively easy, and with its close proximity to Bend, this hike extremely popular not only in the summer season, but also in the winter season when folks head up on a clear day with their skis or snowshoes. This mountain has one of the best views in Central Oregon that easily accessible.
Visitbend.com describes The Tumalo Mountain hike as follows “ Tumalo Mountain is a shield volcano in the Cascade Range of Central Oregon, located just northeast of Mount Bachelor across the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. Ice Age glaciers carved a large cirque into the northeast flank of the mountain, producing a bowl which is popular with local backcountry skiers.
Dogs are allowed on Tumalo Mountain Trail during the summer months but must be on leash. The area is closed to dogs November 1 – May 1. A Sno-Park pass is required for parking November 30 – April 30.”
We did this hike recently, although described as “easy”, it’s uphill and can be a challenge if you are not physically or mentally prepared. The views at the top were amazing as described and we chose this hike as an alternate to a flatter hike I could not get permits to. It was an awesome activity and a great work out. Just know before hand, it’s not exactly that easy for most!
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Tumalo Mountain
Tumalo Mountain is an easy 4 mile round trip trail with spectacular views of the Three Sisters, Broken Top and Mt. Bachelor. Because it is relatively easy, and with its close proximity to Bend, this hike extremely popular not only in the summer season, but also in the winter season when folks head up on a clear day with their skis or snowshoes. This mountain has one of the best views in Central Oregon that easily accessible.
Visitbend.com describes The Tumalo Mountain hike as follows “ Tumalo Mountain is a shield volcano in the Cascade Range of Central Oregon, located just northeast of Mount Bachelor across the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. Ice Age glaciers carved a large cirque into the northeast flank of the mountain, producing a bowl which is popular with local backcountry skiers.
Dogs are allowed on Tumalo Mountain Trail during the summer months but must be on leash. The area is closed to dogs November 1 – May 1. A Sno-Park pass is required for parking November 30 – April 30.”
We did this hike recently, although described as “easy”, it’s uphill and can be a challenge if you are not physically or mentally prepared. The views at the top were amazing as described and we chose this hike as an alternate to a flatter hike I could not get permits to. It was an awesome activity and a great work out. Just know before hand, it’s not exactly that easy for most!
Food scene
Eclectic Cider House with Large Indoor and Outdoor Space. Food Cart on Site.
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Legend Cider Company
16481 hwy 97Eclectic Cider House with Large Indoor and Outdoor Space. Food Cart on Site.
Great Indoor and Outdoor Space serving bagels, sandwiches hummus, and snacks. Great cocktails as well. Mac and Cheese and Ice Cream Food cart has been a summer staple.
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Badlands Artisan Distillery
Great Indoor and Outdoor Space serving bagels, sandwiches hummus, and snacks. Great cocktails as well. Mac and Cheese and Ice Cream Food cart has been a summer staple.
Fun food cart pod with beer and cider on tap, cocktails, and incredible views of the peaks!
Wetlands Taphouse
Fun food cart pod with beer and cider on tap, cocktails, and incredible views of the peaks!