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Central Oregon Recreation
You will never run out of fun activities to fill up your Central Oregon retreat. There are so many things to do in Sunriver that you will have a hard time choosing which Sunriver attractions to see first.
Sunriver Rafting
541-382-6277
Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first timer, you won’t want to miss whitewater rafting in Sunriver. Sun Country Raft Tours offers a number of great Central Oregon rafting trips on the Upper Deschutes River, the McKenzie River, North Umpqua River or the Lower Deschutes River. Both half day and full day trips are available, and there are a number of different departure times to choose from. Check out the website for more details and enjoy your experience rafting in central Oregon!
Exploration & Adventure Tours
541-389-8359
Wanderlust Tours, a local adventure outiffiter, offers a number of outdoor activities including daylight and starlight canoe and kayak trips, cave and volcano tours, daylight and moonlight snowshoe tours, as well as special trips such as “Brews and Views”, the “Dinner Canoe”, Eco-Challenges and more. Their naturalist guides are incredibly knowledgeable about the area and provide a vibrant geological and cultural interpretation to bring your experience to life.
Sunriver Marina and Stables
541-593-6995 (Stables) 541-593-3492 (Marina)
Enjoy a leisurely canoe, kayak or raft trip down the scenic Deschutes River. The Sunriver marina has boat rentals available during the warmer months. And if you’re looking for a bit of country living, the Sunriver Stables offers a wide range of equestrian experiences including; pony rides, half-hour to 8 hour trail rides, lessons, hay wagon rides, sleigh rides and merchandise. Reservations are required for all trail rides. Pony rides are given on a first come first served basis.
Sunriver Nature Center and Sunriver Observatory
541-593-4394
Experience hands-on exhibits featuring the mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds that live in Central Oregon at the Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory. Observe the closest star to our home planet--the Sun. View sunspots and solar prominences through special filters at the Observatory. Stroll through forest and marsh habitats on the Sam Osgood Nature Trail. Observe the resident bald eagles, listen for birds in the marsh, look for animal tracks, and see a dormant volcano.
Sunriver Snowmobiling
541-593-887
There are over 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in the Sunriver area. The nearest trails are Wanoga and Dutchman Flat Sno-Parks, about 20 minutes from the Village. View a Sunriver trail map. You can either bring your own machines or link up with Central Oregon Adventures who offer Sunriver snowmobile rentals and tours.
Sunriver Ice Skating
541-593-5948
We in the Sunriver area are lucky enough to have a wonderful ice-skating rink! Bundle up the kids & check out the fun on the rink in the Sunriver Village. The rink is open Monday-Friday 3-8pm, Saturday 11-3 and 4-8 and Sunday 4-8pm (hours listed are weather permitting). Skate rentals available on site. During the summer the Village ice skating rink is transformed into a mini-golf course and bumper cars ring.
Skiing & Snowboarding
541-382-1709
Mt. Bachelor, only 18 miles from Sunriver, offers Nordic skiing, alpine skiing and snowboarding. The alpine ski season usually runs from late November through June, thanks to the Summit Lift. This mountain is a wonderful mountain for skiers of all abilities, with the trail division of 30% expert, 40% intermediate, and 30% beginner. Almost 50 kilometers of groomed trails at the base of the mountain offer the Nordic skier plenty of distance and awesome views. But Mt. Bachelor offers a whole lot more that just skiing and snowboarding.
Tubing & Sledding
541-382-1709
Those of you aren’t so flash on the skis or snowboards, but are still keen for some action on the snow, should visit the Snowblast Tubing Park at Mt. Bachelor. If you want something a little closer to home then there’s a great free sledding hill right here in Sunriver near the amphitheater on Beaver Drive. You can also venture out to find your own sledding hill, just keep in mind that you may need to purchase a ‘Sno-Park permit’ to park at any of the designated Winter Recreation areas.
Sled Dog Rides
541-382-2442
Enjoy a thrilling ride in a state-of-the-art Iditarod sled as it is pulled by twelve huskies. Trail of Dreams is operated and owned by Jerry Scdoris and his daughter Rachael. Riding with Jerry, Rachael and their athletic team of dogs is a unique and majestic experience. Imagine gliding over the snow, taking in the sights of Central Oregon from the comfort of an Iditarod Dog Sled. There are a variety of trips available, from a 10 minute children’s mini thriller to a marathon trip up to Elk Lake.
High Desert Museum
541-382-4754
Between Sunriver and Bend, on Highway 97, you will find the High Desert Museum. Open daily, the Museum displays artwork, sculpture and many exhibits showing life in the High Desert. Live animal presentations feature river otters, porcupines and birds of prey; plus small and seldom seen animals that can be viewed up close in the Desertarium.
Natural Waterslides
541-389-0562
The Paulina Plunge downhill waterfall and Mt. bike tour is a safe, fun family excursion for all active ages. You will descend over six miles down a smooth, gentle winding forest trail on your Mt. bike to the creek below. Exploring six pristine waterfalls and playing on two natural waterslides will be the highlight of your vacation.
Lava Lands & Lava Butte
541-593-2421
Just 5 miles north of Village Properties on Highway 97 is the Lava Lands Visitor Center, featuring a diorama tour depicting the volcanic forces that helped shape the region. Open daily from April through October, Lava Lands includes the Lava Cast Forest, Lava River Cave and Lava Butte, with a summit rest area and displays.
Newberry National Volcanic Monument
541-388-5664
Head south on Highway 97 from Sunriver towards LaPine and look for the signs to Newberry Crater. Within this volcano's 5-mile crater are Paulina and East Lakes, as well as Paulina Peak, campgrounds, trails and the Paulina resort. In the winter, this area is accessible only by snowmobile or cross-country skis.
Smith Rock State Park
541-548-7501
Located approximately 45 miles north of Sunriver Resort and just east of Terrebonne, Smith Rock State Park is nationally and internationally known as a premiere rock climbing area. There are also miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, and the Crooked River that created the winding canyons magnifies the beauty of the park. A $3 park admission fee is required (we advise you take three $1 bills as the machine does not give change) and dogs must be on a leash. The park is open daily, except holidays, and closes at dusk.
Crater Lake National Park
541-594-2211
If you're interested in an all day expedition, drive south on Highway 97 to Crater Lake National Park (approximately 90 miles from Sunriver). This incredible blue lake sits in the crater of Mount Mazama, an ancient volcano that blew its top thousands of years ago. The crater gradually filled with rainwater and snowmelt, forming the lake with no natural inlet or outlet, which resulted in the intense blue color of the water. In the summer months, you can take a guided boat ride out to Wizard Island or hike one of the many trails around the rim. In the winter, when the park is only accessible via the east entrance, cross-country skiers and snowshoers delight in the views of the snowy lake and its surroundings. Stop in and enjoy a sumptuous meal at the recently restored historic Crater Lake Lodge.
Cascade Lakes Highway
The Cascade Lakes Highway is an 87-mile paved loop, also known as Century Drive, that runs from Bend, past Mt. Bachelor, to just south of Davis Lake and boasts dozens of alpine lakes. Whether you want to hike, bike, fish, boat, swim or water-ski, you're sure to find just the right spot. Elk and Cultus Lakes are two of the most popular for swimming and boating, with Crane Prairie and Wickiup Reservoirs being noted for their exceptional fishing. The highway has National Scenic Byway designation.
Special Events
Don’t forget that in the midst of all this fabulous Central Oregon Recreation, there are always a number of different things to do in Sunriver dependant on what time of year you plan your Sunriver retreat. Throughout the year special events such as the Sunriver Music Festival, the Sunfest Wine Festival, Quilt Show, Exotic Car Show and the Pacific Crest Triathlon take place in Sunriver, so keep an eye on our Sunriver Events Calendar for events both in Sunriver and the wider Central Oregon.
And remember, you can always contact a Village Properties reservation specialist to assist you with planning and booking your Sunriver recreation activities at 1-866-460-8871.