CRATER LAKE

A little over an hour south on Hiway 97. Take the back entrance and this is your first view of one of the world's most beautiful wonders

SKI MT. BACHELOR

This view is on the way to the Outback Chair Lift, with Three Sisters serving as the backdrop.

LAVA CAST FOREST

About an 8-mile drive east of Sunriver on a dirt road, this self-guided tour is worth the effort. See what happened to forests thousands of years ago during a volcanic eruption.

GOLF

Meadows (pictured), Woodlands, Crosswater, or many of the public courses around Bend and LaPine offer some of the best golfing on the west coast.

MUSIC at the V-BAG

Summer nights are enjoyable at the mall where the Village bar and Grill ("V-Bag" to locals) hosts musical acts. Food and drink service also available. Very family friendly.

PACIFIC CREST AT SUNRIVER

Every June people come from all around the world to test their endurance in the Pacific Crest Race. You can test your 5k or 10k endurance, too. It's fun!

SNOW SHOW at BACHELOR

Check out the FREE Forest Service Snow Shoe Tours every winter. They even supply the shoes!

PAULINA PEAK

After a harrowing drive up the steep mountainside, you are rewarded with this incredible view that stretches 360-degrees. Visit Paulina Lake (below) Lodge on your way back down.

OBSIDIAN TRAIL

Near Paulina Peak, this path takes you through Obsidian Rocks that are treasured by the ancient tribes of the area. Wear closed shoes, they are sharp.

CALDERA SPRINGS

The newest resort at Sunriver: CALDERA. The lodge is filled with fun things to do, and you can relax and enjoy the view on the patio. Food and drinks also available from restuarant inside.

METOLIUS RIVER

Water bubbles up from an aquifer, and you are standing at the source of the metolius River. This view was at 7am as morning mist formed with Mt. Jefferson in the background. Just 5 miles off Hiway 20 at Camp Sherman (across from Black Butte).

McKENZIE PASS

One of the world's great drives. Do it in the fall when the leaves are turning. The colors will make you dizzy, as will the switchbacks up or down the mountain.

BENHAM FALLS

An oft-visited spot by Sunriver guests. At Lava Butte visitor center, just go 4 miles past the entrance to the parking lot and walk about 1/2 mile to an amazing river fall.

MOUNTAIN BIKE THE DESCHUTES

LAVA RIVER CAVES

Deep underneath Hiway 97 are the caves which are free to the public. Go prepared with flashlight and sweater (it's always 62-degrees in there). Crawl on your belly the last few yards to touch the end of the caves, if you dare.

CULTUS LAKE

One of the best things to do, drive to Cultus Lake. About 30-minutes west of Sunriver. Beach, marina, coffee/ice cream shop (one of the best) and swimming. Rent a Jet-Ski and explore the lake. Off the Cascade Lakes Hiway.

LITTLE CULTUS

Same road leading to Cultus, but turn off about a mile short of the namesake lake. Great camping and canoe riding. Quieter atmosphere than most other Cascade Lakes. Finish day at Cultus Lodge for ice cream (from Brent + Betty).

SUNRIVER POOL

Tip: Get there around 11am and you will get your pick of lounge chairs and location. After 11:30 or 11:45, they are all gone. Then just throw a towel down on the grass and enjoy the sun and fun.

RIVER RAFTING

This is the Big Eddy. The best value, by our account. 3-hour tour, wall to wall, and white water (pictured). Guides are top-notch. They leave nothing to change. But you have to work hard!

DEER

Our house is located in the Deer Park area, a daily grazing path, we think. Sometimes they just stop and sit in the shade.

MT. JEFF from DETROIT

On Hiway 22 EB, just before the Mongold State Park entrance is a turnout where you can see this: Mt. Jefferson from Detroit Lake.There are other turnouts (Mt. Washington, Suttle Lake) all worth a stop.

CANOE THE DESCHUTES

The lazy river on a sunny day, what could be better? Rent a raft at the Marina (they'll pick you up near Benham Falls) or do it yourself and put in at Harper Bridge (and leave a car at the Marina).

SPARKS LAKE

This spot is revered as one of the most photogenic in Oregon. A few miles past bachelor on the Cascade Hiway.

DINE OUTSIDE

Eat outside along the Deschutes River in Bend. Pictured is Anhtony's. Reservations are a must at sunset or summer evenings.

RAFT THE McKENZIE

While not as rough as the Deschutes, few people get to see the McKenzie from this angle - on the river! Downside: You have to drive 1/2-way to Eugene to get to the put-in. That's a long ride on an old bus. Save it for your last day and continue home afterwards.

LAVA BUTTE

A short ride of the butte and you are enjoying a 360-degree view of Sunriver, Bend, and Three Sisters Wilderness.

CASCADE HIGHWAY

One of the most scenic in the world. Lakes, mountains, rivers, you see it all. You will never finish in one day, so save the rest for your next trip. Elk Lake is pictured.

ELK LAKE

One of the Cascade Lakes, this lake is most famous for canoes and small sailboats. Fine swimming lake.Lodge is open for food and treats. Midnight canoe rides during full moons. (offered through Wanderlust Tours, among others). Photo from Brent and Betty

BIKE PATHS IN SUNRIVER

36-miles of them.

CLIMB MT BACHELOR

Access from the Sunrise Lodge (NOT West Village). About 4 hours, round trip. That includes a LONG time at the summit enjoying the unparalleled view. You must be in good physical shape. The trail, while well marked and carved, is often steep near the summit.

SNOW SHOE TO THE DESCHUTES

Park your car at the access road from Sunriver to the Deschutes canoe take-out. It's about 1.5 miles through the forest. You will feel like you are a million miles from anywhere!

RESTAURANTS