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Welcome to Maupin

Visit Maupin

A friendly, small-town pace and unspoiled desert beauty await you in Maupin, Oregon on the wild and scenic Lower Deschutes River. Maupin is celebrated for superb whitewater rafting, world-class fishing, exceptional upland bird and big game hunting on public and private land, breathtaking cycling routes, hiking trails, waterfalls, and much more! Located just 45 minutes south of The Dalles on Hwy 197, and a short drive from the Portland or Bend areas, Maupin is the perfect getaway for year-round outdoor recreation in Central Oregon. Plan Your Trip With so many trails to hike, paths to bike, river adventures to take, and fun family memories to make, we’re here to help plan your perfect Maupin vacation. We have compiled information on our favorite spots, from where to stay and what to eat, to helpful tips on obtaining fishing or hunting licenses, and links to other great planning resources. If you don’t find what you’re looking for here, contact us and we’ll do our best to answer your question. We look forward to welcoming you to Visit Maupin, your hometown away from home! Community Maupin is a tight-knit community whose work and play centers on the stunning Lower Deschutes River that winds its way through the center of town. The residents of Maupin are also its business owners, teachers, civil servants, and guides. The money you spend in Maupin stays in Maupin and helps support our local economy. We are proud of our town and are excited to share its beauty, history, and adventure with you. Come and Visit Maupin. Hike Maupin The high desert weather in the Maupin Area makes this a great place for hiking. The White River empties into the Deschutes and has a magnificent series of waterfalls that are accessed by a trail from White River Falls State Park. There is also an access road that follows the Deschutes River, providing many opportunities for hikes up side-canyons through the incredible landscape. Also, many trails on the Eastside Mt. Hood National Forest are only a short drive away. Just south on Hwy 197 from Maupin is the BLM’s Criterion Area that offers rugged day hikes with spectacular mountain scenery. Please observe rules and regulations, stay on designated trails, be alert and courteous, minimize your impact, and avoid muddy areas. When you Visit Maupin, Please Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly.

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Volcanic Theatre Pub

Located at 70 SW Century Drive, next to GoodLife Brewing, is Bend’s premier spot for Live Music, Live Theatre, Film Screenings, Comedy, Venue Rentals, and many special events. Voted #1 Indoor venue 6 years running in The Source Weekly’s Annual “Best Of” Edition. VTP is an All Ages Theatre that hosts international, national, regional and local artists every week throughout the year in a cozy and intimate warehouse space. Furnished with comfy sofas, chairs, and state of the art audio/visual equipment, VTP holds itself to the highest standards for the best event experience possible. Get your Tickets Here Volcanic Theatre Pub is committed to enhancing Central Oregon’s cultural environment by providing a unique artistic venue and making an essential contribution to the High Desert community. We provide some of the best live music, live theatre, and special events in Bend, Oregon. Our respect for artistic expression holds us to the highest standards possible, presenting plays that will challenge you with relevant material, acting that will astonish you, films that will shake you, and live music that will move you. All of this in one cozy intimate black box warehouse furnished with comfortable sofas, recliners, four-tops, and bar tops, and equipped with state of the art projection and sound, while serving many of the best local and regional beers and wine. Are you interested in acting classes? The Volcanic Actor’s Studio and Professional Actor Derek Sitter (M.F.A. Acting, Life Member of The Actors Studio) and owner of Volcanic Theatre Pub conducts periodical workshops. Check the calendar for upcoming FREE acting classes on Tuesday nights. Contact Derek@VolcanicTheatrePub.com or 541-215-0516. Book the Pub! For meeting and event planners seeking a venue or group experience, we invite you to contact us with your dates and event description and we’ll check our availability. We look forward to working with you.

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Wanderlust Tours

Wanderlust Tours offers half-day naturalist-guided tours and trips throughout the year in Bend, Sunriver, and Sisters. For over 25 years, Wanderlust Tours has been the premier specialist for Central Oregon outdoor activities. Renowned for our knowledgeable and professional guides, we go above and beyond to provide an enriching experience for nearly all ages and ability levels. Daily Tours There’s no place like Bend in the summer! Let our naturalist guides take you on a fun adventure to seek out the beauty of Central Oregon’s lakes, rivers, forests, and caves. Along the way they’ll share natural and cultural history, highlight flora and fauna and illuminate the story of Central Oregon’s geological past. Paddling Join us as we explore the pristine waters found throughout the Cascade Mountain Range.   We offer canoe, kayak, starlight & moonlight, and local beer tasting tours. Caving Enjoy Mother Nature’s air conditioning and head underground into the vast network of lava caves. Wanderlust Tours is the only guide company permitted in these special lava caves. We offer daily cave tours and limited entry cave tours. Volcanos and Sunsets Journey to the top of a volcano, into the depths of an ancient caldera and overflows of Obsidian. Or, join us as the sun dips below the horizon on one of our sunset hiking tours. We offer daily volcano tours and weekend sunset tours.Custom Tours Let us help you plan the perfect custom group tour, wedding activity, or corporate event. Our Professional Event Planner will put together an exciting outing for your group to remember!DIRECTIONS TO WANDERLUST TOURSFrom SunriverHead north on Highway 97. After passing Powers Road, look for Reed Lane on your right. Exit highway on Reed Lane to land in the Fred Meyer Shopping Center. From RedmondHead south on Highway 97. Exit Reed Market (Exit 139) and turn left. Turn right on 3rd Street (also called S. Hwy 97). Fred Meyer will be on the right-hand side of the road.