Stories from Central Oregon

In 1965, plans were announced to build a luxury resort in the midst of a ponderosa pine forest just south of Bend—the first of its kind in the region. When…

The growing city of Redmond sits about 18 miles north of Bend in the heart of Central Oregon—and is beloved for offering visitors a captivating mix of natural attractions, home-grown…

It’s impossible to mention the city of Sisters, Oregon, without acknowledging its Old West stylings—and the way those flourishes capture the imagination of visitors from around the world. Public bathrooms,…

Redmond sits surrounded by a bevy of outdoor wonders—including the iconic Smith Rock State Park, the oft-photographed Cline Falls, and the wide Steelhead Falls. But not all of the city’s…

Every winter, Sunriver transforms from an active resort community into a winter wonderland that brings together the best attractions of the season. Lace up your skates and try ice skating…

It’s hard to state just how impactful Mt. Bachelor has been to Bend and Central Oregon since it opened in 1958 with a single tow rope and one lift. In…

Every November, the community of Sunriver turns into a winter wonderland—complete with colorful light displays, ice skating, and a boisterous tree lighting. As it transforms into perhaps the best Christmas…

Wherever your travels take you across Central Oregon, chances are good you’ll pass through Tumalo at some point. The unincorporated community of fewer than 700 residents sits just seven miles…