Lauren’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Located 5 mins north of Sunriver. Lava Lands offers nature walks, interpretive programs, displays on the geology, volcanology and cultural history of Central Oregon.
72 locals recommend
Lava Lands Visitor Center
58201 US-97Located 5 mins north of Sunriver. Lava Lands offers nature walks, interpretive programs, displays on the geology, volcanology and cultural history of Central Oregon.
Offers close up wildlife encounters including: river otters, porcupines, bobcats, birds of prey and reptile exhibits. The museum also includes living history exhibits, art and cultural workshops and classes for all ages.
284 locals recommend
High Desert Museum
59800 US-97Offers close up wildlife encounters including: river otters, porcupines, bobcats, birds of prey and reptile exhibits. The museum also includes living history exhibits, art and cultural workshops and classes for all ages.
10 minutes west of Sunriver. The Cascade Lakes highway is one of the most scenic in Oregon. As you drive past Mt Bachelor and the many Central Oregon alpine lakes, including Todd Lake, Sparks Lake, Cultus Lake and Crane Prairie Reservoir, you will want to make frequent stops, so allow at least 4 hours for the 66 mile loop.
Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway
Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway10 minutes west of Sunriver. The Cascade Lakes highway is one of the most scenic in Oregon. As you drive past Mt Bachelor and the many Central Oregon alpine lakes, including Todd Lake, Sparks Lake, Cultus Lake and Crane Prairie Reservoir, you will want to make frequent stops, so allow at least 4 hours for the 66 mile loop.
20 minutes SE of Sunriver, at an elevation of almost 8,000 feet, the summit of Paulina Peak is the highest point on the Newberry Volcano and offers a stunning view of most of Central Oregon. From the top you can see: Three Sisters and Cascade Range, the Oregon high desert to the southeast, Paulina Lake, East Lake and the Big Obsidian flow. If you're lucky enough to make it to the top on a cloudless day your view includes Mt. Adams in Washington to the north, to Mt. Shasta in California to the south.
26 locals recommend
Paulina Peak Observation Site
20 minutes SE of Sunriver, at an elevation of almost 8,000 feet, the summit of Paulina Peak is the highest point on the Newberry Volcano and offers a stunning view of most of Central Oregon. From the top you can see: Three Sisters and Cascade Range, the Oregon high desert to the southeast, Paulina Lake, East Lake and the Big Obsidian flow. If you're lucky enough to make it to the top on a cloudless day your view includes Mt. Adams in Washington to the north, to Mt. Shasta in California to the south.
Five miles north of Sunriver, this hiking trail provides spectacular views. Benham, Dillon, and Lava Island falls have parking areas accessible via Forest Service Rd 41.
15 locals recommend
Benham Falls East Trailhead
National Forest Development Road 9702Five miles north of Sunriver, this hiking trail provides spectacular views. Benham, Dillon, and Lava Island falls have parking areas accessible via Forest Service Rd 41.
Mount Bachelor
shopping
Old Mill District
520 SW Powerhouse DrBend Factory Stores
61334 S Hwy 97Walk down the street to this thrift store. Only open Friday and Saturday from 10:00 - 3:00. If you like second hand stores you will have to check this one out.
7 locals recommend
Second Tern Thrift Store
17377 Spring River RdWalk down the street to this thrift store. Only open Friday and Saturday from 10:00 - 3:00. If you like second hand stores you will have to check this one out.
Food scene
Sunriver Brewing Co. - Sunriver Pub
57100 Beaver DrThe Wallow Bar & Grill
17363 Spring River Rdwalking distance from the house (less than a mile)
Big Belly Burgers and Brew
56815 Venture Lnclose by
Hola! Sunriver
17430 Deschutes RdPine Marten Lodge
Village Bike and Ski
57100 Beaver DrKid things
Fort Rock Park
57515 E Cascade RdActivities
Sunriver ToyHouse Toys
56896 Spring River Rd