Upscale luxury meets mountain view’s at The Lodge at Black Butte Ranch, which was recently named Oregon’s Most Beautiful Restaurant by OpenTable⭐️
Boasting a seasonal menu of fresh, local fare, unique cocktails, mouthwatering desserts, and truly unbeatable views - The Lodge is a must add to your next Central Oregon vacation itinerary🍸🍰🥩
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The iconic Kah-Nee-Ta Resort is officially reopened! After a long awaited renovation, this one-of-a-kind hot springs destination is open for all!💦🍹⛱️
Grab a day pass or book an overnight stay (in a handmade teepee) to experience the wellness and rejuvenating powers of the mineral pools which pull directly from the hot springs. Book a private cabana overlooking the river, grab a cocktail from the poolside bar, and relax at Central Oregon’s premier hot springs resort!
Visit @kahneetaresort for more information and to book your stay now!
“It’s not just a lager town.” 🙌 This Women’s History Month, we’re not just celebrating alpine landscapes and awaiting adventures. We’re also toasting to the makers—the trailblazing women who’ve shaped our community.
Let’s raise a glass to Spider City Brewing 🍺 One of the only female owned and operated breweries in the country! With a passion for crafting unique and flavorful beers, every pint tells a story of creativity and resilience.
From their kettle sours to rich stouts, Spider City Brewing shines as one of the most notable breweries in the region. Let’s raise a glass to the makers and celebrate the stories that make Central Oregon so amazing! 🍻
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Explore these natural gems for an unforgettable outdoor experience in Central Oregon! These six stunning state parks each offer unique adventures.
🧗♀️ Smith Rock: Renowned for its spectacular rock climbing opportunities.
🌲 Tumalo State Park: A perfect basecamp for all your outdoor activities and miles of biking/hiking trails.
🌋 LaPine State Park: Offers serene beauty along the Upper Deschutes with nearby landmarks like Newberry National Volcanic Monument and Lava River Cave.
🚤 The Cove Palisades: Located in Culver, it’s ideal for water sports enthusiasts with boat rentals and miles of scenic hiking trails.
⛰️ Pilot Butte: Provides stunning panoramic views of Bend and the surrounding area.
🌌 Prineville Reservoir: As an International Dark Sky Park, it’s a haven for stargazing, wildlife viewing, and fishing.
Please note that some state parks require a parking pass or overnight permit. Learn more at @oregonstateparks and explore responsibly 🚵♀️
Snow days and stay-cays are the best at Sunriver Resort! 🔥 For a cozy weekend away, find all the amenities you need within walking or shuttle distance. Here are a few ideas for your winter itinerary at Sunriver Resort (without having to drive).
🍝 After arriving, enjoy dinner at the Lodge Kitchen, located inside of the Sunriver Resort Lodge.
🍪 Don’t skip on dessert and hot chocolates for the whole family!
🔥 After dinner, turn on the fireplace and enjoy cozy cabin vibes.
🍳 Kick off your morning with brunch at Owl’s Nest.
🏔️ Explore the snowy terrain or simply admire it from inside the Lodge.
🚌 Enjoy resort-wide shuttle service available 24/7 for all resort guests.
🧖♀️ Relax at the Sage Springs Spa with a spa service or day of pampering.
Check out more winter experiences at @sunriverresort
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Straight out of a snow globe⛄️⛷️
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Suttle Lodge’s annual Winter Beer Fest is just a month away! This beer festival, which launched in 2019, brings together dozens of Oregon’s top microbreweries for three days of beer sipping, fire pit hangs, and a specialty menu at the Skip Bar.
Meet the brewers and taste seasonal brews from your commemorative Miir mug, snack on pub snacks, and enjoy live music while mingling with local beer aficionados.
The best part? All of the proceeds will go to CASA of Central Oregon, so you can indulge knowing it’s for a good cause. Get single day, weekend, or VIP passes at @suttlelodge ❄️🍻
Imagine stepping into a pair of skis not only designed—but built—by you! 🎿✨ At Santiam SnoLab, located at @skihoodoo , you get to design the skis or snowboard of your dreams. Choose your ski performance design, share your themes and ideas, and watch as their expert team turns your vision into reality.
The best part? You become the maker! Immerse yourself in the process, guided by professionals, and redefine the way you see the snow beneath your feet. ❄️🏂
We love sharing stories from the makers across Central Oregon. Thank you to Hank Gulledge, Lead Product Designer at Santiam SnoLab, for sharing this experience with us. Learn more at @santiamsnolab ⛷️
Looking back on 2023 🎉 In 2024, we’re wishing you more exploration, new experiences, and culinary adventures in Central Oregon!
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During the holidays, ✨magic✨ ensues at Sunriver Resort! From story time with Mrs. Claus to the nightly sparkling holiday light shows, this wintry resort transforms into a festive, magical wonderland 🎄
Traditions at Sunriver Resort takes place through the New Year with sleigh rides, brunches, holiday dinners, and so many more amazing festivities 🎅
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Consider this your formal invitation to find what’s important to you this holiday season in Central Oregon. From food and festivities to new and recurring family traditions, we have everything you need for a magical experience. 🎄❄️
When you visit the heart of Oregon, you’ll reconnect with the center of you 🤲 Find your center in Central Oregon 🏔️ #FindYourCenter
You’re not going to want to miss brunch at Brand 44 N!🤤 At this Terrebonne eatery, you’ll find more than enough grub and drinks to keep you satiated. From their seasonal pastries to their breakfast cocktails and hearty brunch plates, you’ll want to add this spot to your list🍳🥞
We’re still celebrating Bend Wine Month with perks and specials at select wine bars throughout the region!🥂 Through the end of October, you can participate in this self-guided wine tour. Here’s how:
🍷Pick up a map and passport at any of the participating wineries.
🍷Get specialty pours and perks at each wine bar.
🍷After your visit, get a stamp on your passport. Visit all eight participating locations and get a gift!
🍷Drop off your completed passport at any of the wine bars for a chance to win BIG prizes from the wineries.
From library wine pours to “wine club member for the day” perks, there are so many reasons to participate in the 2nd annual Bend Wine Month. Visit @bendwinemonth for participating locations and wineries, and start sipping your way through Bend!🍾
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In our ✨autumn✨ era. October kicks of pumpkin patch season in Central Oregon, and this U-pick farm has more that just pumpkins… it has everything you could want on a crisp autumn day! 🍂 Smith Rock Ranch has been a favorite among locals and visitors alike for pumpkin picking, apple cider sipping, and kettle corn munching. 🎃
But that’s not all! Weekends at Smith Rock Ranch include activities like mini golf, pony rides, animal farm tours, hay rides, corn maize, and zoo train. Enjoy festive snacks from local food carts, like pumpkin donuts and caramel apples. Or, gather for a meal with options like smoked turkey legs, pierogis, and burgers.🍔🍗🍩
Smith Rock Ranch is open on weekends for its fall festival from 10 am til 6 pm, and weekdays (except Mondays) for U-pick pumpkins only. Visit their Harvest Market for locals jams, picked pumpkins, gourds, and ornamental squashes like Cinderella pumpkins.
Please note that Smith Rock Ranch is a working farm. Dogs are permitted on-leash, with designated areas for your furry friend to run around off-leash.🐶
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Fall in Redmond, what a magical time! 🍂 The weather is shifting and we’re settling into slower, cozier mornings. If you’re craving a little bit of hygge, spend your morning in Redmond at these three spots.
☕️ Tite Knot Craft Coffee: sip on seasonal lattés and enjoy fresh-made pastries in their cozy outdoor garden area. On chillier mornings, head inside and nuzzle up in a chair with housemade biscuits and gravy and relax.
🍽️ One Street Down Café: fuel up on hearty breakfast plates like the crab cake Benedict or squash apple skillet. Choose from mimosas, Bloody Marys, or a specialty coffee from their barista bar.
🌲 Centennial Park: stroll through this Downtown park with a coffee in-hand or post-breakfast and breathe in the fall air. Then, mosey one block over to 6th Street just in time for the boutiques and shops to open.
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#visitcentraloregon #centraloregon #redmond #fall #adventure #coffee #cafe #cozyvibes #oregon
There’s no better time than now to visit Well Rooted Farms in Redmond!🍅💐🥬 U-Pick is a fun way to get to know new foods, pick your own produce, and hand-cut your own flowers.
Visitors can venture across the produce and flower farm and pick green beans, tomatoes, and just about any locally-grown veggie you can think of. Beginning in October, their pumpkins will be ripe and ready for the picking!🎃
Well Rooted Farms is open daily from 7am-5pm. Bring your own basket or produce bags if you can; the farm offers wheel barrows and some baskets, but supplies are limited. Well Rooted Farms is also a destination on the High Desert Food Trail, a self-guided adventure through Central Oregon! Happy picking🥕
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After exploring places like McKay Falls, La Pine State Park, and Paulina Peak, chances are you’ve built up quite an appetite. We’ve got some nearby spots that will satisfy your hunger and your sweet tooth!
🌮 Ándale Ándale serves a wide range of authentic Mexican dishes at their 3rd Street location. From sizzling fajita platters to molcajete, you’re sure to leave feeling satisfied.
🍨 After lunch, walk over to the dessert cart, Sweet Spot, located at Badlands Distillery, right next door. Sweet Spot makes homemade ice cream right from their cart; indulge in creamy marionberry ice cream, a variety of sundaes, or a house-made ice cream sandwich.
Ándale Ándale opens daily at 11am. @sweetspot_lapine is open Thurs-Sun with varying hours.
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Sample handcrafted goodness with a view 🍅🥬🍷
No matter what you’re craving, you’ll find something on the High Desert Food Trail. Along the trail from Sisters to Redmond experience family brewed coffee, locally-sourced wine, and delicious food. Whether you’re looking for fresh veggies from @sistersfarmersmarket , vegan fare at @scpredmond , or a crisp glass of wine at @fhcvineyards ; you can enjoy it all with a view of the Cascade Mountains and high desert.⛰️
Learn more @hdffa or at hdffa.org/hdft
Sunriver is the ultimate family-friendly vacation destination. And The Village at Sunriver is a children’s paradise! From mini golf to jump houses, plenty of outdoor activities await. However, if you’re looking to slow down and do some indoor activities, check out Live Laugh Love Art’s DIY studio. Here’s how it works!
🎨 Choose a date and time and make a reservation. Drop-ins are welcome, but spaces fill up quickly!
🎨 Pick your art project. From pottery and canvas painting to candle making and glass blowing, there are so many crafts to create!
🎨 Once you get situated at your station, one of the staff will walk you through the process.
🎨 Depending on which project you choose, you’ll return to the studio in a day or so to pick up your finished piece.
🎨 Don’t want to craft in-studio? Grab a DIY art kit in a box to take with you to create at your leisure.
Live Laugh Love Art is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Happy crafting! 🧑🎨
Sunriver is the ultimate family-friendly vacation destination. And The Village at Sunriver is a children’s paradise! From mini golf to jump houses, plenty of outdoor activities await. However, if you’re looking to slow down and do some indoor activities, check out Live, Laugh, Love Art’s DIY studio. Here’s how it works:
🎨 Choose a date and time to make a reservation. Drop-ins are welcome, but spaces fill up fast!
🎨 Pick your art project. From pottery and canvas painting to candle making and glass blowing, there are so many crafts to create!
🎨 Once you get situated at your station, one of the staff will walk you through the process.
🎨 Depending on which project you choose, you’ll return to the studio in a day or so to pick up your finished piece.
🎨 Don’t want to craft in the studio? Grab a DIY art kit in a box to take with you to create at your leisure.
Live, Laugh, Love Art is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. Happy crafting! 🧑🎨