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Photo by Rick Anderson magazine SUNRIVER This Sunriver Magazine is produced in collaboration with the Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce by Cascade Publications Inc., PO Box 53, Bend, OR 97707, 541-388-5665, CascadeBusNews.com. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the expressed written consent of Cascade Publications Inc. • Published April 2025 WELCOME Welcome to Sunriver ...................................................................................... 8 Sunriver Facts.................................................................................................... 9 Start Your Adventures in Sunriver ...........................................................10 Sunriver Airport.............................................................................................. 11 Getting Around Sunriver Map ..................................................................12 HISTORY The Legacy of Sunriver Resort’s Historic Great Hall ..........................14 Sunriver’s History........................................................................................... 15 RECREATION Sunriver’s A to Z Checklist ..........................................................................16 Emergency Contacts/Emergency Alert System..................................17 Outdoor Adventures ....................................................................................19 SHARC Offers Family Fun for All Ages ....................................................20 Sunriver Anglers............................................................................................. 22 Just the Fishing Facts ...................................................................................23 Summer Paddle Voyages ............................................................................25 Hiking................................................................................................................. 26 Sunriver Trails Map ........................................................................................ 28 Cascade Lakes Recreation Area Map ...................................................... 30 Recreation Passes ..........................................................................................31 Central Oregon’s Cascade Lakes............................................................... 32 Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway..................................................................... 35 Newberry National Volcanic Monument ..............................................36 Spelunking at Lava River Cave.................................................................. 37 Summer at Mt. Bachelor.............................................................................. 38 Sun Country Tours Rafting Trips ...............................................................39 Discover Oregon’s Three Calderas ...........................................................40 Sunriver’s Pedestrian Pathways ................................................................ 41 Mountain Biking Trails .................................................................................42 Sunriver Pickleball & Tennis .......................................................................43 The Best Golf in the West ............................................................................ 44 Private & Public Golf Courses ....................................................................45 Winter Recreation Map................................................................................ 48 Snow Play & Sno-Parks ................................................................................49 Winter Wonders.............................................................................................. 50 Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort................................................................................ 51 An Activity for Every Interest, Every Season ........................................52 EVENTS Event for Everyone in Sunriver .................................................................54 Spring Events ..................................................................................................54 Summer Events ..............................................................................................55 Fall Events......................................................................................................... 57 Winter Events ..................................................................................................58 Traditions at Sunriver Resort .....................................................................59 LODGING & RESORTS Exploring Local Parks ...................................................................................60 Sunriver Resort ...............................................................................................62 Caldera Springs ..............................................................................................66 StoneRidge Townhomes Resort ...............................................................68 DINING Savor Sunriver Cuisine .................................................................................70 MARKETPLACE Shop Sunriver..................................................................................................76 The Village at Sunriver .................................................................................78 The Village at Sunriver Map .......................................................................79 Sunriver Business Park ................................................................................. 82 Sunriver Resort Destination Weddings and Meetings .....................84 Benham Hall at SHARC ................................................................................85 Spring River Plaza .......................................................................................... 86 ART & CULTURE Sunriver: Naturally Inspiring ...................................................................... 90 Sunriver’s Music Scene ................................................................................91 Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory .................................................. 94 Artists’ Gallery Sunriver ...............................................................................96 Sunriver Books & Nancy McGrath Green Gallery ...............................97 High Desert Museum ...................................................................................98 Sunriver Music Festival ............................................................................. 100 Meet the Sunriver Magazine Cover Artist ........................................... 102 2025 Sunriver Magazine Cover Contest Submissions .................... 104 Sunriver Saturday Market ........................................................................ 105 Sunriver Women’s Club............................................................................. 106 Sunriver Stars Community Theater ...................................................... 107 LIVING IN SUNRIVER, SUNRIVER STYLE Where in Sunriver is a... ............................................................................108 Sunriver Owners Association ................................................................. 109 The Sunriver Life ......................................................................................... 110 Be Our Guest ................................................................................................ 112 Upper Deschutes River Communities Map ....................................... 114 Upper Deschutes River Communities ................................................. 115 Sunriver’s Volunteers ................................................................................. 116 A Dog’s Paradise.......................................................................................... 118 Walking Tips with Your Dog .................................................................... 120 Rotary Club of Sunriver-La Pine.............................................................121 Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce ................................................ 122 Church Services in Sunriver .................................................................... 125 Sunriver Members Directory .................................................................. 128 Index of Advertisers................................................................................... 136 INSIDE COVER PHOTO BY ASHLEY SCHNEIDER 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 7
In Central Oregon, a steel bridge is anchored into a rock wall, three stories above the rushing Deschutes River. Hikers have to cross three log bridges to reach Green Lakes. In Sunriver, Cardinal Landing Bridge is a footbridge allowing hikers, bikers and walkers to cross the Deschutes River. Bridges are essential for connecting one place to another, providing opportunities for people to explore new areas. Author Roy T. Bennett wrote, “Gratitude builds a bridge to abundance.” The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to serving as a bridge to connect community members and guests by providing information and support. There’s something for everyone who visits or lives in Sunriver, from Mt. Bachelor’s world-class skiing and snowboarding to Sunriver Resort’s world renowned golf courses. Mountain bikers, hikers and runners rejoice in the miles of trails to explore, and pristine alpine lakes and rivers provide ample opportunities for kayaking, swimming and fishing. Sunriver’s intrinsic beauty from ponderosa and lodgepole pines to ancient lava fields to the Cascade Mountains are the natural bridges that connect locals and visitors. Sunriver has an unwritten code of conduct where everyone is encouraged to respect one another and nature. It’s a place where kindness prevails. The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce believes in creating a cohesive and vibrant community where we work together to celebrate all the wonders of Sunriver and Central Oregon. Sunriver co-founders John Gray and Don McCallum carefully planned Sunriver as an environmentally conscious and friendly community for everyone to enjoy, whether it’s watching sunrises and sunsets from mountain tops, discovering the brilliant wonders of the night sky, or exploring nearby rivers, lakes and mountains. Gray once said, “Ecology talk need not just be talk. A total community can be built in sympathy with the land and with the animals and with the people.” Take a bike ride on the 34-miles of paved pathways, stopping at the 20 interpretive signs to learn about the area’s history, geology, ecology, flora and wildlife. Sunriver Magazine offers essential guidance to both visitors and community members, helping them select dining options, locate items at local shops, rent vacation homes, enjoy live music, plan exciting adventures and much more. The Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce along with the Sunriver Owners Association, Sunriver Resort, and The Village at Sunriver warmly welcome you to the “playground of the Pacific Northwest,” and wish you a magical visit that beckons you back every season. Explore all Sunriver and Central Oregon have to offer by visiting sunriverchamber.com, emailing exec@sunriverchamber.com. We are here to assist you in discovering the incredible experiences awaiting you. Welcome to Sunriver Photo by Scott Fenton A bridge to... 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 8
Sunriver Area Chamber of Commerce 541-593-8149 or exec@sunriverchamber.com sunriverchamber.com Sunriver Owners Association 57455 Abbot Dr., Sunriver 541-593-2411 sunriverowners.org Sunriver La Pine Economic Development (SLED) sunriverchamber.com — Economic Development sledexecutivedirector@gmail.com Air Transportation: • Redmond Airport: flyrdm.com • Sunriver Airport: sunriverfbo.com Location: Sunriver is located at the base of the Cascade Range and on the eastern flank of the Deschutes River, about 15 miles south of Bend and about 15 miles north of La Pine. Sunriver consists of residential areas, recreational facilities, Sunriver Resort and The Village at Sunriver. Elevation: 4,213 feet Population: 1,530 residents Public Library: The Sunriver Library, part of the Deschutes Public Library, is located in the Sunriver Business Park. Visit deschuteslibrary.org/sunriver to learn more about hours and programs. Public Schools: Sunriver is part of the Bend/La Pine School District. Three Rivers Elementary School, K-8, is located in the Sunriver Business Park. bend.k12.or.us/district. Higher Education: • Central Oregon Community College: cocc.edu • Oregon State University – Cascades: osucascades.edu Sunriver Facts Photo by Rick D. Anderson Welcome 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 9
Photo courtesy of Central Oregon Trail Alliance Travel by Air: Sunriver Airport can accommodate aircraft from a small single engine piston aircraft to a Bombardier Global Express. There is a courtesy shuttle to take you to the golf courses, Sunriver Resort and more. The Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) is located in the heart of Central Oregon, providing 30 daily flights. The fullservice, state-of-the-art terminal features free high-speed wi-fi, onsite national car agencies, affordable parking and more. Redmond Airport is 34 miles from Sunriver. Visit www. flyrdm.com for more information. Airlines: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Avelo Airlines, Delta Airlines, and United Airlines. Direct service to: Burbank, Dallas, Denver, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Phoenix, Portland, Santa Rosa, San Diego, San Francisco, Salt Lake City and Seattle. Drive Here: *Times vary due to weather conditions. • 3 to 4 hours from Portland, Oregon — 180 miles • 8 to 10 hours from: • Boise, Idaho — 318 miles • San Francisco, California — 480 miles • Seattle, Washington — 345 miles Once you arrive in Sunriver, park the car. You can walk or bicycle to shops and restaurants. There are 34 miles of bike paths to explore. Start Your Adventures in Sunriver Sunriver is • 15 miles south of Bend via Highway 97 • 22 miles west of Mt. Bachelor via Century Drive • 33 miles south of Redmond via Highway 97 • 15 miles north of La Pine via Highway 97 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 10
Welcome The Sunriver Airport can accommodate small single engine piston aircraft to a large business cabin jet. Located within walking distance of the Sunriver Resort Lodge, the airport is ideal for day excursions to play golf, go skiing or fly fishing. All activities in Sunriver are available by a courtesy shuttle ride or a 15-minute walk on the bike paths. Full-service fuel is available for both Jet-A and 100LL Avgas, and both fuels are available 24 hours a day at the self-service station. The pilot lounge is open 24 hours with access to restrooms, computer and Internet services, and courtesy shuttles to Sunriver Resort. Short term hangar rentals are available. Rental cars are available, which are delivered by Enterprise. The Sunriver Airport is planning to build a new FBO terminal building, which will provide additional services to airport guests. The airport recently completed a new parking ramp, including two concrete jet ramps and two new helicopter parking pads. New taxiways were rebuilt in 2019. The airport is located at 57200 River Road in Sunriver. Though the airport is open 24 hours a day, it’s staffed daily from 7 am to 7 pm May 15 to Sept. 12, and daily 8 am to 6 pm Sept. 13 to May 14. It is not staffed on Thanksgiving or Christmas days. sunriverfbo.com • 541-593-4603 Sunriver Airport Photos courtesy of Sunriver Airport 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 11
NORTH PONDEROSA ROAD SUNRIVER BUSINESS PARK See map, page 87 SHARC 1 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 18 11 17 12 16 13 14 15 TO HIGHWAY 97 TO MT. BACHELOR TO CROSSWATER & CALDERA SPRINGS SUNRIVER NATURE CENTER & OBSERVATORY POLICE/FIRE SUNRIVER OWNERS ASSOCIATION SUNRIVER STABLES SUNRIVER AIRPORT THE VILLAGE AT SUNRIVER See map, page 81 SUNRIVER RESORT MARINA SAGE SPRINGS CLUB & SPA MEADOW ROAD I SLAND ROAD RIVER ROAD ABBOT DRIVE BEAVER DRI VE RIVER ROAD CENTER DRIVE SOUTH CENTURY DRIVE SUN RIVER LAKE ASPEN ABBOT DRIVE SUN RIVER VENTURE LANE THEATER DR. SUNRIVER RESORT LODGE GREAT HALL HOMESTEAD BLDG 2 3 1 SPRING RIVER PLAZA See map, page 90 SPRING RIVER ROAD SOUTH CENTURY DRIVE KEY Road Bike Path Golf Course Golf Cou Local Attraction Pedestrian/Bicycle Pathways Shown in Red Retail BEAVER DRIVE ABBOT DRIVE EAST MEADOW ROAD PONDEROSA ROAD OVER LOOK ROAD ABBOT DRIVE DESCHUTES ROAD FORT ROCK ROAD ENTERPRISE DRIVE DESCHUTES RIVER 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 12
TRAILS TO LAVA LANDS VISITOR’S CENTER TRAILS VISITO 10 11 12 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 18 DRIVING RANGE 17 16 15 14 13 New Sunriver Trails Just across Cardinal Landing Bridge is a new network of mountain biking and hiking trails. See pages 28-29 for a complete map of these fun and exciting trails. Sunriver’s Tra c Circles You’ll notice several tra c circles on this street map. Though they take a bit of getting used to, they help the ow of tra c. Some tra c circle etiquette: Yield to drivers in the circle, and use your turn signal only when you’re about to exit. Getting Around Sunriver # Where is Circle 8? In 1978, 2,185 undeveloped acres on Sunriver’s north end were sold to the US Forest Service. This is where Circle 8 would have been located. ? SOUTH IMNAHA ROAD CARDINAL LANDING FOOTBRIDGE TO HIGHWAY 97 FORT ROCK PARK SUNRIVER MARKET PLACE NORTH POOL WEST CASCADE ROAD ABBOT DRIVE WEST CASCADE ROAD WEST CASCADE ROAD BEAVER D RI VE SUN RIVER 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 EAST CASCADE ROAD EAST CASCADE ROAD DESCHUTES RIVER WINNERS CIRCLE WEST CORE ROAD NORTH IMNAHA ROAD COTTONWOOD ROAD EAST CASCADE ROAD 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 13
Sunriver Resort’s Historic Great Hall has a fascinating history and an enchanting story. A little-known fact about the Great Hall is that it was never officially authorized to be built. How could that have happened? First, a little background. During World War II, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers determined it was woefully short of soldiers who were trained to build and destroy bridges. On Dec. 4, 1942, Camp Abbot was established on a 5,550-acres along the Deschutes River. It was named in honor of Brigadier General Henry Larcom Abbot, who had led a survey party through the area in 1855. More than 500 soldiers worked to have the self-contained city ready by the spring of 1943, complete with a water and sewer system and barracks accommodating 10,000 new soldiers every 17 weeks. More than 90,000 soldiers were trained at Camp Abbot from Mach of 1943 to June of 1944. However, it was determined one thing was missing at Camp Abbot. An Officers’ Club. Col. Frank Beeson assumed command at Camp Abbot on May 13, 1943. He decided to build an Officers’ Club to increase morale and build teamwork. He ordered the building to be completed by New Year’s Eve to host a party for the camp’s officers and their wives. Challenged by temperatures dropping to 20 degrees below zero and working around the clock, the officers completed the task on Dec. 30, 1943, just in time for the celebration. The logs and rocks used to construct the building were sourced from the Deschutes National Forest. Crafted from a single 500-yearold pine log, the iconic spiral staircase boasts dimensions of five feet in diameter. The two fireplaces were built using ten tons of volcanic rock and took three months to complete. A total of 63,000 manual hours were used in the construction of the Great Hall. The only out-of-pocket costs were for the windowpanes, cement, plumbing fixtures, and paint, things they couldn’t find locally. The total out-of-pocket cost to build the Great Hall was $4,796. The officers held their party, and as it turned out, it was the only event ever held in the Great Hall during Camp Abbot’s existence. The building was formally dedicated on April 29, 1944, and the war ended on the European front that summer. The Corps sent orders to remove everything from Camp Abbot’s property and restore it to its former condition. Following orders, every building was either demolished or hauled away. That is everything but the Great Hall. Why wasn’t it torn down? Because it had never been approved to be built the first place. The Army Corps of Engineers had no record of it being built so it didn’t send orders to demolish it. One of Sunriver’s historic gems was spared destruction, and locals and visitors alike are the beneficiaries of having soldiers who followed strict orders. Since the training camp closed, the Great Hall served several other purposes including as a barn for cattle. Today, the Great Hall is used for weddings, conferences, parties, fundraisers and other events. Sunriver Music Festival hosts several events at the Great Hall. If you haven’t had an opportunity to tour the Great Hall, you should definitely do so. The Legacy of Sunriver Resort’s Historic Great Hall by John Salzer (Above) Photo courtesy of Sunriver Owners Association (Left) Photo courtesy of Sunriver Music Festival 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 14
History More than 11,500 years ago, the region was inhabited by native tribes who called the forests, meadowlands and lakes home. Nearly 7,000 years ago, lava flows dammed the Deschutes River at Benham Falls, backing up a lake that covered much of what is now Sunriver. When the river finally broke, a lush meadow surrounded by thick forests was left behind. During the winter of 1843, explorer John C. Fremont and guide Kit Carson traveled through the Sunriver area. In 1855, Robert Stockton Williamson and Henry Larcom Abbot surveyed the area for the railroad between California and the Columbia River. In the late 1880s, cattlemen drove their herds through the area. William and Sadie Vandevert along with their seven children were among the first homesteaders in the area. 1943-44: During World War II, the U.S. government purchased 5,500 acres to become Camp Abbot, a military training base for the Army Corps of Engineers. Constructed in 1942 as a self-contained city, Camp Abbot contained roads, water/sewer facilities and enough housing to sustain up to 10,000 soldiers at a time. During the 14 months of operation, Camp Abbot trained 90,000 troops. It was decommissioned in 1944, and the buildings and infrastructure were torn down. • The Great Hall, formerly known as the Camp Abbot Officer’s Club, is the only building remaining from historic Camp Abbot. The building was constructed in three months with native materials, including 511 logs, ten tons of volcanic rock for the fireplace and 150,000 board feet of timber. Late 1940s to 1960s: The land used by Camp Abbot was returned to the U.S. Forest Service, but 5,500 acres were sold to private landowners. The property changed hands many times. 1965: John Gray and Don McCallum, the original developers, purchase 5,500 acres in “the middle of nowhere” to form Sunriver Properties. 1968: John Gray and Don McCallum finish their “Plan of Sunriver.”Their goal was to create an environmentally sensitive and friendly community. Sunriver is named after the area’s two main features: sunshine and the river. Lot sales and home construction began in 1968. Today: Sunriver welcomes guests throughout the world. There are more than 4,100 homes and condominiums. From its beginning to its present, the area has been a place of wonder, joy and inspiration for all who live and visit Sunriver. Sunriver’s History The entrance to Camp Abbot, a combat engineer training facility during WWII Photos courtesy of Deschutes Historical Museum 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 15
Recreation Sunriver’s A to Z Checklist There are countless ways to enjoy everything that makes Sunriver an amazing place. Photo by Ashley Schneider Photo courtesy of Mt. Bachelor Photo by Rick D. Anderson Photo by Sunriver Resort From art exhibits to ziplining, there is an activity for everyone’s interest in every season. Check out the adventures awaiting you. Arrange a tee time at Meadows or Woodlands golf courses Bike, walk or run on Sunriver’s 34-miles of paved pathways Cast a fishing line into nearby lakes and rivers Discover quaint mountain resorts along the Cascade Lakes Highway Explore activities at Mt. Bachelor Float the Deschutes River on a summer day Gallop on a horse on a guided ride Hike nearby trails to pristine lakes and incredible mountaintops Identify stars and planets at the Sunriver Observatory Journey to the Newberry National Volcanic Monument Kayak or paddleboard on nearby waterways Listen to music at various venues throughout the year Make plans to attend festivals and summer markets Navigate mountain bike trails Observe and learn about nature at Sunriver Nature Center Play pickleball, tennis or basketball at Fort Rock Park Quench your thirst with an award-winning beer at Sunriver Brewing Retail therapy at The Village at Sunriver and Sunriver Business Park Swim at SHARC or The Cove Tantalize your tastebuds at Sunriver’s restaurants Understand Central Oregon’s history at the High Desert Museum Visit the Betty Gray Gallery, Nancy McGrath Green Gallery and Artists’ Gallery Whitewater raft adventures with Sun Country Tours X - Escape hot summer days by spelunking at Lava River Cave Your dog will love going for walks on pathways and hiking trails Zipline at Mt. Bachelor in the summer 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 16
Emergency Contacts SUNRIVER PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 541-593-2483 SUNRIVER VETERINARY CLINIC 541-593-8128 MEDICAL La Pine Community Health Center 541-536-3435 St. Charles Bend South Clinic Immediate Care 541-706-5930 St. Charles Medical Center 541-382-4321 Summit Health in Sunriver 541-706-2301 SUNRIVER POLICE DEPARTMENT 57455 Abbot Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 Emergency: 911 Non-emergency: 541-693-6911 Business Office: 541-593-1014 SUNRIVER FIRE DEPARTMENT 57455 Abbot Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 Emergency: 911 Non-emergency: 541-693-6911 Business Office: 541-593-8622 ELECTRICAL 541-536-2126 NATURAL GAS 888-522-1130 SUNRIVER ENVIRONMENTAL & WATER (Water and sewer services) 541-593-4197 Emergency number: 541-593-8034 On-call service: 541-419-6469 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 17
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Recreation Photo courtesy of Mt. Bachelor Outdoor Adventures Photo by John Scherry Photo by Phil Fischer Photo courtesy of Mt. Bachelor 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 19
The majority of SHARC visitors come in the warm summer months, sunbathing on the massive pool deck and lawn. SHARC Offers Family Fun for All Ages by Sunriver Owners Association Photos courtesy of Sunriver Owners Association 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 20
Recreation It’s sparkling blue waters have lured more than 200,000 annual vacationers, residents and visitors through its doors since opening in 2012. All ages and interests who come to the Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center – also known as SHARC – will find themselves revitalized by the array of activities and amenities the facility has to offer. The majority visitors to SHARC arrive during the warm summer months to frolic in the outdoor pool, drift in the lazy river, plunge down tube and body slides, dance among the splash fountains, sunbathe or watch their toddlers safely play in a separate tot-sized pool and play area. Feeling hungry? Visitors can fuel their fun with tasty food and drink offerings from the on-site summer café. Many visitors also enjoy a picnic in the adjacent Paulina Park, scramble around the playground, test their skills with a round of disc golf or bocce ball. The park has a small pavilion that can be rented for a family picnic or group gathering. There is a full basketball court nearby for a quick pickup game. Even when the weather turns cold, SHARC’s indoor, multi-use pool continues to attract owners and visitors. Heated to 84-85 degrees, the pool’s zero entry access features bubbling fountains and other water splashing amenities to entertain youngsters or the young at heart. Children make themselves dizzy bobbing in circles in the vortex water feature. There are three adjacent lap lanes and space for an aquatic workout and water basketball. There is also an outdoor adult hot tub to warm up your bones after a day of skiing or snowboarding at Mt. Bachelor. Aside from aquatics, SHARC’s Benham Hall can host that next business meeting or retreat, family reunion, wedding, banquet, seminar, event or fundraiser. Access to SHARC is free to members of Sunriver Owners Association with a valid membership card, those with SROA Recreation Guest Passes and guests of vacation rental properties enrolled in SROA’s Recreation Plus Program. Don’t have a card or pass? Anyone is welcome via a daily gate admission fee. sunriversharc.com • 541-585-5000 Photos courtesy of Sunriver Owners Association 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 21
Kokanee Salmon Since 1977, Sunriver Anglers members have welcomed individuals of all ages and skill levels to join them in their passion for fishing, fly tying, conservation, and adult and youth education. Whether you are hoping to improve your skills as a fly fisher, get the insiders scoop about the local lakes and rivers, meet new people, or just want to give back to the environment and community, they invite you to join them. With free, informative meetings almost every month of the year and periodic fishing outings, and volunteer opportunities, there’s always something to look forward to. Recent highlights for club members include their annual East Lake or Paulina fishing outings, the Tri-Tip summer picnic at the Fall River Hatchery, the Holiday Party at the Lakehouse at Caldera Springs, hosting our friends from Project Healing Waters at the Crooked River, and teaching Angler Education classes to the local fifth graders in the Bend- La Pine School district. They also participated in the fish rescue at Lava Island and backpacking fingerling trout up to the high lakes, and salmon into the Deschutes River near Crooked River Ranch and Eagle Crest. The Sunriver Anglers include local members from Sunriver, the Three Rivers area, Bend, and La Pine, while also embracing our members and supporters from the Willamette Valley, California, Washington, and as far away as Chicago. Learn more about the club and see what’s on the calendar at SunriverAnglers.org Brown Trout Mackinaw Steelhead Rainbow Trout Bull Trout Chinook Salomon Brook Trout Sunriver Anglers Photos by Steve Brehm 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 22
Water Ways: More than 100 lakes and 450 miles of pristine rivers and streams within an hour’s drive of Sunriver. Central Oregon’s Fish: Lake Trout, Bull Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Native Redband Trout, Kokanee, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, Mountain Whitefish, and Large and Smallmouth Bass. Locals’ Advice on Fishing Holes, Where and When to Fish: • Rainbow Trout: The most prevalent game species in Central Oregon’s lakes and rivers, with Crane Prairie, Wickiup, and East Lake presenting trophy opportunities. Other popular rainbow trout opportunities include: the Upper Deschutes, Fall and Crooked rivers. Popular lakes include Davis, Paulina and Twin lakes. Anglers target rainbow trout on the fly, with spinners and of course bait. The Fall River is great year-round for rainbows on the fly—visit the hatchery if you get a chance. • Brown Trout: Found in the Upper Deschutes River, Wickiup, East Lake, and Paulina Lake. The Upper Deschutes River near Wickiup dam offers some of the best fishing for the legendary German Brown. Use rapalas, or streamers. • Kokanee: Available in many lakes including the nearby Paulina and Wickiup Reservoir. As landlocked salmon, Kokanee are a delicious treat and are targeted by trolling. • Mountain Whitefish: Found throughout the region, a native to Central Oregon. Plentiful in the Crooked River. • BullTrout: A native trout to Oregon, the bull trout is threatened. Sustainable populations can be found in Lake Billy Chinook and on the Metolius river, Please release these fish unharmed. • Large and Smallmouth Bass: Found in Prineville Reservoir, Crane Prairie, and Davis Lake. Just the Fishing Facts Photo by Phil Fischer Recreation Photo by Kristine Thomas Fishing Ponds for Kids: Shevlin Park and Pine Nursery are child dedicated fisheries. North and South Twin Lakes are stocked regularly and make for great lakes to fish with children. Fishing Guides: A great way to learn about the area: • Fly & Field Outfitters in the Sunriver Business Park • The Hook Fly Shop/Cascade Guides & Outfitters in The Village at Sunriver Fishing Self-Guided: • Sunriver Raft & Float provides shuttles and fishing raft rentals for self-guided fishing experiences on the Upper Deschutes river. Visit www.RaftandFloat.com for reservations. Fishing Supplies: • Camp Abbot in the Sunriver Business Park – a good place to get fishing licenses and Northwest Forest Passes, which are required at many fishing locations. • Fly & Field Outfitters in the Sunriver Business Park • The Hook Fly Shop/Cascade Guides • MyODFW app can be used to purchase fishing licenses and get current regulations from your phone. 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 23
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Photo by Sunriver Raft & Float Recreation Paddleboarders, kayakers, canoers and float enthusiasts can escape the summer heat by exploring nearby Cascade Mountain lakes or the Deschutes River. Sunriver is bordered by more than 5 miles of the Deschutes River, which is springfed, and the water rarely exceeds 60 degrees in temperature even in the summer. Word of advice — Before you launch, plan where you are going and how long you want to be on the water. Have a designated meeting spot in case you get separated from your party. Leave nothing behind: Please do not leave garbage in the river or lakes. Whatever you bring with you, take it with you. Public Access launch and takeout trips: Start your river adventure at a public access site or risk being cited for trespassing. Big River to Harper Bridge • Distance: 7.5 miles Float Time: 3-5 hours depending on wind direction and paddling. Harper Bridge to Besson Day Use Area • Distance: 1.8 miles Float Time: 1 hour Besson Day Use Area to Benham Falls Day Use Area • Distance: 7.9 miles Float Time: 3-4 hours depending on wind direction and paddling Float options for Sunriver Resort guests and Sunriver Owner Association owners: • Harper Bridge to Sunriver Marina: 3.5-mile trip, 2 hours. • Sunriver Marina to Benham Falls Takeout: 6 miles, 2-3 hours. The trip starts at the Sunriver Marina and ends at a takeout before the Benham Falls Day Use Area. A shuttle will return you to the Marina. Public and Resort guests need to rent equipment from the Marina to use the shuttle service. The Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) owns a private launch and parking area next to the Marina. Access to this facility is restricted to Sunriver owners and their guests. Only those with updated Member Preference and Recreation Plus access cards issued by SROA can use this facility. Shuttle service is free for SROA members. Sunriver Raft & Float provides custom service so you can enjoy being on the river or lakes, including Sunriver doorstep pickup, shuttle to river or lake, equipment rentals and coordinated pickup to return you to Sunriver. Call 541-224-6634 or visit www.raftandfloat.com for information. Wanderlust Tours offers interpreted, guided canoe and kayak tours of the Cascade Lakes. Day, evening and moonlight tours are available as well as transportation starting in Sunriver for families or a large group. NEWBERRY NATIONAL VOLCANIC MONUMENT Located in the caldera in Newberry National Volcanic Monument, East Lake and Paulina Lake offer a dramatic setting for a paddling adventure. Paulina Lake is also popular for fishing and pleasure boating, and you’ll find Paulina Lodge on its shores. To get to the monument and the two lakes, follow Highway 97 south from Sunriver and turn east on Road 21 just before you get to La Pine. The Paulina Plunge downhill mountain bike ride and waterfall tour is another favorite for locals and visitors. Participants ride downhill for six miles on forest trails, while stopping at various points to descend into the Paulina Creek canyon to splash and play in natural waterslides and plunge pools. sunriverstyle.com/riveradventures • bendpaddletrailalliance Summer Paddle Voyages Whether you plan to spend an hour or three hours on the water, be sure to carry the essential items: • Life vests • Food and water • Appropriate clothing including shoes • Sunscreen • Waterproof bag for phone and essentials • Double check your equipment • Have a plan for launching and taking out. 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 25
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Recreation Waterfalls, meadows of wildflowers, pristine alpine lakes, scenic views from mountain tops and ancient lava flows added together equate to Central Oregon being a hiker’s paradise. Sunriver is the jump-off place to the listed trailheads. Find books on hiking in Oregon and Central Oregon at Sunriver Books. Visit sunriverchamber.com/hike-trek-and-explore/ for details on listed hikes and the “Hiker’s Checklist.” HIKES IN SUNRIVER Sunriver has 34 miles of paved pathways providing hikers with an enchanting experience as they walk along the Deschutes River, meadows and forests. Stroll across the Cardinal Landing Bridge, near Circle 5, to the Sunriver Trails. While designed for mountain biking, the trails are open to hikers and trail runners. THE SUN-LAVA TRAIL A 5.5-mile paved bike path connects the Sunriver Resort with the Lava Lands Visitor Center. HIKES CLOSE TO SUNRIVER Ann’s Butte: The 4.5-mile loop trail has two peaks with a saddle between them. Average 2 hours to complete. Benham Falls: The 1.7 mile out and back trail from the parking lot, across the bridge and to the waterfalls is an easy route, perfect for families. Deschutes River Trail: An epic 20-mile hike from Sunriver’s Circle 7 on the Deschutes River Trail will take you to Bend’s Old Mill District. Arrange a ride back to Sunriver. Fall River Trail: Start at the headwaters of the spring-fed river for this easy 5.9-mile out and back trail that meanders next to Fall River. Options for shorter hikes. Lava Cast Forest: The paved 1-mile interpretive loop trail allows you to discover the strange world of tree molds formed 7,000 years ago by molten lava. Lava Lands Visitor Center: Hike to the top of Lava Butter or explore the Trail of the Molten Land. Start here to hike to Benham Falls and back. Lava River Cave: Explore the lava tube, great escape on hot days. Reservations required. Wake Butte: An untamed recreation and scenic wonder with panoramic views. HIKES IN BEND Pilot Butte: There are three trails to reach the top of the old cinder cone. Riley Ranch Nature Reserve features meadows, juniper and pine forest, lava flows and the river’s rocky canyon. Various lengths of hikes. Shevlin Park: Bend’s largest park with 5-mile loop along Tumalo Creek and the canyon rim. Tumalo Falls: An almost 7 mile loop beginning at Tumalo Falls parking lot. Extend the hike to go to Happy Valley. HIKES SOUTH OF SUNRIVER Cougar Woods & the Big Pine: Visit La Pine State Park to discover easy hiking trails along the river and in the forest. Be sure to see Big Pine, a more than 500 year old Ponderosa. Deer Lake, a 4-mile trail in a shady forest canopy. Starts at Little Cultus Lake and ends at Deer Lake. Newberry National Volcanic Monument has more than 100 miles of trails including Peter Skene Ogden Trail, Paulina Lakeshore Loop, Little Crater, Big Obsidian Flow, Paulina Peak, Paulina Falls, Lost Lake, Cinder Hill and Crater Rim. CASCADE LAKES HIGHWAY Broken Top: Start at Todd Lake to hike to No Name Lake and then to crater’s rim. Pack a lunch to enjoy the view at the top. About 15 miles out and back. Green Lakes: 9-miles roundtrip. Follow the trail along Fall Creek with its roaring waterfalls, across narrow wooden bridges to a lava flow canyon and finally a wildflower meadow to Green Lakes. Mt. Bachelor Summit: Step into the heart of Oregon’s wilderness and start your trek at one of Mt. Bachelor’s curated hiking trails. From volcanic lava fields to blooming wildflowers and ancient White Bark Pine trees, every section of trail is photo-worthy. The new Evergreen trail marks the first designated multi-use easy hiking and downhill bike trail, spanning just under 4.5 miles from the West Village base area to Pine Marten Lodge. This trail provides sweeping views of surrounding mountains and lakes. Soda Creek and Lower Crater Creek Falls: 4.5 miles roundtrip travels through shaded forests and meadows before reaching Lower Crater Creek Falls. Good family hike. South Sisters Summit: The 11-mile roundtrip hike requires endurance to reach the third highest peak in Oregon. This hike earns unlimited bragging rights. Sparks Lake: Two intertwining loops around the lake area including the Ray Atkeson Memorial Trail. Stunning views. Three Sisters Loop is a 50-mile trek around the Three Sisters. Overnight adventure. Todd Lake Loop Trail – Easy almost 2-mile walk around the lake. Bring a picnic or a kayak for after your hike. Tumalo Mountain: The 4-mile roundtrip is worth the views of the Cascade Mountains. NEAR SISTERS Park Meadow trail to Golden Lake: 13.3 miles round trip. This challenging hike is worth the stunning views, sparkling lakes and wildflowers at Park Meadows. Tam McArthur Rim: 5 miles roundtrip. Amazing views of the Cascade Mountains and alpine lakes. ...A hiker’s paradise. 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 27
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Cascade Lakes Recreation Area To access the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway, take Forest Service Road #40 (South Century Drive, then Spring River Road) headed west, then after several miles turn right onto Road #46 headed north. Take in all the beautiful scenery as you pass access points to Lava Lake, Hosmer Lake, Elk Lake, Sparks Lake, Devils Lake and Todd Lake, finally arriving at Mt. Bachelor. Just past Mt. Bachelor you can head back to Sunriver on Road #45, or continue to follow Road #46 to Bend. In the winter, the Byway is closed at the intersection of Road #40 and Road #45. But you can still access Mt. Bachelor via Road #45 and the Sno-Parks on the section of Road #46 from Mt. Bachelor to Bend. Directions from Sunriver BEND Lava Island Falls Aspen Camp Dillon Falls Slough Camp Benham Falls Lava Lands Visitors Center The High Desert Museum To Lava Cast Forest Lava River Caves CASCADE LAKES HIGHWAY (CENTURY DRIVE) Viewpoint Big River Fall River Fall River Fish Hatchery Fall River Falls LaPine Recreation Area Wyeth WICKIUP RESERVOIR Sheep Br idge Gull Point TO DAVIS LAKE & HWY 58 Rock Creek Quinn River Osprey Observation Pt. CRANE PRAIRIE RESERVOIR LITTLE CULTUS LAKE CULTUS LAKE CULTUS CREEK Cow Camp DESCHUTES RIVER LAVA LAKE LITTLE LAVA LAKE LUCKY LAKE DESCHUTES RIVER CULTUS RIVER HOSMER LAKE Elk Lake Campground Point Quinn Meadow Horse Camp DEVILS LAKE SPARKS LAKE TODD LAKE Green Lakes Trailhead Ray Atkeson Memorial Mt. Bachelor Ski & Summer Resort DESCHUTES RIVER FALL RIVER LITTLE DESCHUTES RIVER TO CRESCENT, GILCHRIST CHEMULT, CRATER LAKE KLAMATH FALLS Wickiup Junction Newberry National Volcanic Monument The Three Sisters Broken Top Pringle Falls North Twin Lake South Twin Lake Crane Prairie Resort SUNRIVER LAPINE 41 SPRING RIVER Cottonwood Rd. West Cultus Reservoir North Davis Creek Bull Bend Cultus Lake Little Cultus West South Twin "Big Tree" PAULINA CREEK EAST LAKE PAULINA LAKE Seventh Mountain Resort THE CASCADE LAKES NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY 18 miles NOTE: MAP NOT TO SCALE CORRIDOR 97 SCENIC BYWAY Swampy Lakes 97 South Sister Climbers Trailhead Wilderness Area Sunset Beach Little Fawn Mallard Marsh South Soda Creek Meadow Camp Lava Butte Airport Conklin Rd. Edison South Century Drive Paulina Falls ELK LAKE Beach Day Use Ogden Prairie McKay Paulina Lake Campground Newberry Hot Springs East Lake Cinder Hill Little Crater GRAVEL ROAD ATTRACTION WATERFALL CAMPGROUND DAY USE AREA PAVED ROAD NORTH Dutchman 46 42 43 21 40 45 40 46 BEND Lava Island Falls Aspen Camp Dillon Falls Slough Camp Benham Falls Lava Lands Visitors Center The High Desert Museum To Lava Cast Forest Lava River Caves CASCADE LAKES HIGHWAY (CENTURY DRIVE) Viewpoint Big River Fall River Fall River Fish Hatchery Fall River Falls LaPine Recreation Area Wyeth WICKIUP RESERVOIR Sheep Br idge Gull Point TO DAVIS LAKE & HWY 58 Rock Creek Quinn River Osprey Observation Pt. CRANE PRAIRIE RESERVOIR LITTLE CULTUS LAKE CULTUS LAKE CULTUS CREEK Cow Camp DESCHUTES RIVER LAVA LAKE LITTLE LAVA LAKE LUCKY LAKE DESCHUTES RIVER CULTUS RIVER HOSMER LAKE Elk Lake Campground Point Quinn Meadow Horse Camp DEVILS LAKE SPARKS LAKE TODD LAKE Green Lakes Trailhead Ray Atkeson Memorial Mt. Bachelor Ski & Summer Resort DESCHUTES RIVER FALL RIVER LITTLE DESCHUTES RIVER TO CRESCENT, GILCHRIST CHEMULT, CRATER LAKE KLAMATH FALLS Wickiup Junction Newberry National Volcanic Monument The Three Sisters Broken Top Pringle Falls North Twin Lake South Twin Lake Crane Prairie Resort SUNRIVER LAPINE 41 SPRING RIVER Cottonwood Rd. West Cultus Reservoir North Davis Creek Bull Bend Cultus Lake Little Cultus West South Twin "Big Tree" PAULINA CREEK EAST LAKE PAULINA LAKE Seventh Mountain Resort THE CASCADE LAKES NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY 18 miles NOTE: MAP NOT TO SCALE CORRIDOR 97 SCENIC BYWAY Swampy Lakes 97 South Sister Climbers Trailhead Wilderness Area Sunset Beach Little Fawn Mallard Marsh South Soda Creek Meadow Camp Lava Butte Airport Conklin Rd. Edison South Century Drive Paulina Falls ELK LAKE Beach Day Use Ogden Prairie McKay Paulina Lake Campground Newberry Hot Springs East Lake Cinder Hill Little Crater GRAVEL ROAD ATTRACTION WATERFALL CAMPGROUND DAY USE AREA PAVED ROAD NORTH Dutchman 46 42 43 21 40 45 40 46 2025-26 | SUNRIVER MAGAZINE 30
Recreation PASSES FOR NATIONAL FORESTS: • The $30 annual Northwest Forest Pass is honored at all Forest Service day-use sites in Oregon and Washington for a year. • A $5 one-day National Forest Recreation Day Pass is honored at all Forest Service day-use sites in Oregon and Washington. • The Newberry National Volcanic Monument recreation pass lasts three days and costs $10. • All recreation passes, except the Newberry National Volcanic pass, can be purchased at any Forest Service Office or on-line at: fs.usda. gov/main/r6/passes-permits/ recreation. The Newberry National Volcanic Pass can be purchased at sites within the Monument. SNO-PARK PASSES: • During the winter season, Sno-Park permits are required to park at the developed Sno-Parks along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. SnoPark permits are sold by the state of Oregon and are not available at Forest Service offices. Sno-Park permits costs $26 for an annual permit, $12 for a three-day and $6 for a daily. Please call the Sunriver business listed below to make sure they have passes available to purchase, especially during the busy season when they may run out and need to order more. Recreation Passes Start your adventure by inquiring if you need a recreational pass to visit Sno-Parks or U.S. Forest Service hiking trails. 4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters (No NW Forest Pass) 541-593-2255 Camp Abbot Trading Company 541-593-3396 Central Oregon Adventures (No NW Forest Pass) 541-593-8887 Sunriver Country Store 541-593-8113 Sunriver Marketplace 541-593-8166 Sunriver Sports (No NW Forest Pass) 541-593-8369 Village Bike & Ski (No NW Forest Pass) 541-593-2453 Visit Central Oregon 541-389-8799 PAULINA LAKE LODGE Built in 1929 - Spectacular views of Paulina Lake Summer at the Lodge Winter at the Lodge 541-536-2240 • paulinalakelodge.com Cabin Rentals • Patio Boat Rentals, Paddleboards, Kayaks and Canoe • Store Open 7 Days a Week • Groceries • Sundries • Beverages • Complete Tackle & Bait Shop • Hiking & Mountain Biking. Summer Restaurant Hours: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday 11am to 7pm. Thursday & Friday 11am to 7pm. Lunch menu all day. Saturday 11am to 7pm Lunch & Dinner. Dinner 5pm to 7pm serving our famous Prime Rib. Sunday 11am to 4pm. Dinner reservations are recommended. Hours Subject to Change. Cabin Rentals • Sno-cat Shuttle Available Winter Hours: Friday 11am to 7pm. Saturday 11am to 8pm. Our Famous Prime Rib Dinner Sunday 11am to 4pm. (Hours Subject to Change) Full Cocktail Bar • Sat-Prime Rib Dinner Best Bloody Marys Around! 2025-26 | SunriverChamber.com 31
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