Deschutes County Travel Guide

Oregon

Eventually, sunset time rolled around and, although I didn't get the red sky I'd hoped for, at least the water calmed down to a mirror image. I loved the place and would return if ever I was lucky enough to be in Oregon again.
Eventually, sunset time rolled around and, although I didn't get the red sky I'd hoped for, at least the water calmed down to a mirror image. I loved the place and would return if ever I was lucky enough to be in Oregon again.
This is just a few miles from my home. As you stand atop Paulina Peak, you can see Paulina Lake to the west, East Lake to the East and the Obsidian flow making it's way toward the two. This is overlooking the Newberry Caldera National Monument.
The road to the famous Tumalo Falls Trail was closed for repairs. But the views at the trailhead were something to see.
Oregon has to be one of the best states for a landscape photographer in the USA. You can virtually drive on any road and find great vistas and a wide variety of landscapes from deserts and coastal beaches to lush forests and mountain ranges. Sparks Lake near Bend is a great location to catch a view of some of the best known mountains in OR - the 3 sisters and Broken Top. Although there weren't any clouds on this day to create a dramatic sunrise, it was still a wonderful experience to stand by the lake in the morning cold and take in the unfolding scene as the rising sun warmed the peaks and caused the mist to disperse from over the lake surface. There's tons of hiking trails nearby, some that even take you to the summit of a couple of the mountains. This is one location I will definitely be returning to in the near future. Thank you for stopping by. #goldenhour #OR #USA #Oregon #SparksLake #Lake #Sunrise #Dawn #colorful #waterlust #weekend #hiking #roadtrip #blue #bestof5

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Old Mill District which includes kayaking or canoeing and a river or creek
Bend
Known for Rivers, Biking and Hiking
Experience the beer, riverfront and mountains in Bend!

Reasons to visit

  • Old Mill District
  • Hayden Homes Amphitheater
  • High Desert Museum
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Cascade Mountain Range - Mt Washington, and the Three Sisters in the Oregon Cascades.
Sisters
Known for Hiking, Coffee and Beer
Escape to relaxing Sisters! Enjoy its hiking, beer and festivals.

Reasons to visit

  • Aspen Lakes Golf Course
  • Village Green Park
  • Big Meadow Golf Course
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There was a gorgeous 2 mile hike through lush forest and lava rock to get to this beauty. It is the most incredible blue I have seen. The water is a freezing 40 degrees and is the headwaters of the McKenzie River. Yes, people were actually jumping in and quickly popping back out.
La Pine
Known for Dining, Family-friendly and Shopping
Experience romantic La Pine: its dining, skiing, countryside and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort
  • Mt Bachelor
  • Tumalo Falls
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Smith Rock, Oregon
Terrebonne
Known for Rock climbing, Volcano and Waterfalls
Terrebonne awaits: its rock climbing, volcanoes, golf and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Smith Rock State Park
  • Peter Skene Ogden State Park
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Aerial panoramic view of a beautiful landmark, Smith Rock, famous for rockclimbing. Taken in Redmond, Oregon, America, during a vibrant sunrise.
Redmond
Known for Hiking, Mountains and Nature
Escape to Redmond! Enjoy its natural setting, sunsets and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Eagle Crest Golf Courses
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