ynamic communities, natural wonders, wild rivers, year-round sports and award-winning restaurants and breweries. This week Alistair explores a dude ranch with a healthy, organic difference and learns how to wrangle. Saddle up! Then it's on to explore just a sample of what the central part of Oregon has to offer.
Wanderlust Tours show Alistair the wonders of the lava tube, and prehistoric lava landscapes. Mount Batchelor displays its winter charms and activities... and dog-sledding! Mirror flat lakes allow for stunning fly-fishing. Play golf at Aspen Lakes golf course and its red sand bunkers, then off to an amazing museum. We even encounter some of Oregon's wildlife...
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estled in the base of the picturesque Cascade Mountains, Central Oregon offers a spectacular year-round setting for outdoor recreation. Famous for its high desert sunshine and high mountain vistas, this vacation paradise encompasses charming small towns, pristine wilderness and world-class resorts.
With nearly 300 days of sunshine, the High Desert ’s sparkling rivers and dozens of alpine lakes, offer some of the finest fishing in the West. Golfing, hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing at Smith Rock State Park, exploring ancient lava tubes, and white water rafting are just a few of the popular pastimes of tourists and locals alike. Discover rich history at the High Desert Museum while enjoying a busy cultural calendar with events like BendFilm Festival.
Mt. Bachelor, a 9,065-foot volcanic cone offers world-class skiing and snowboarding from November through May. Famous for its deep, dry powder, the mountain annually plays host to Olympic hopefuls, as well as families looking for winter fun like gliding on the snow behind the Rachael Scdoris’ Iditarod racing team.
Palates are tempted by a variety of dining venues including “Distinctive New Ranch Cuisine” at The Blacksmith Restaurant in downtown Bend , rated by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the Top 66 Restaurants in the world. After dinner, stroll down to Bend Distillery to enjoy nightlife and great company while sipping swanky martinis mixed with award-winning liquors distilled here in Central Oregon.
Did You Know?Many of golf’s finest architects –including St. Andrews Castle Course designer, David McLay Kidd –have made Central Oregon a mecca for golf enthusiasts. In addition to Kidd’s new Tetherow course, Central Oregon boasts over 25 courses – each unique, scenic and challenging, allowing Central Oregon to be named among the Top 50 Golf Destinations in the World.
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