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Plan your upcoming trip to Sunriver by using our handy day trip planner. Here are some of our favorite activities and spots to make your Central Oregon vacation as memorable and fun as possible!
DAY 1: CHILL OUT
Sleep in, have a late breakfast, then get ready to unwind and start your Sunriver vacation in a relaxed state-of-mind and being.
Bella Cucina was voted as the best breakfast in Sunriver. Kick off your morning with a hot latte and a classic American meal like strawberry pancakes or a Denver omelette—yum! **Sunset Perks
Arrange for an ahhh-some full body massage by Sunriver Massage by Tina to take the edge of your travels **Sunset Perks
Spend the day lounging poolside with a light read while working hard on your summer tan
Catch a family friendly dive-in movie of the week and a pre-flick BBQ every Wednesday evening at the South Pool during the summer
DAY 2: HOOK UP
Bass, Trout, Steelhead and Salmon fill our rivers & reservoirs and are waiting for your cast. Venture on your own or get a guide to help you catch the best and the biggest
Brett, or one of his trusty guides at Central Oregon Fishing, will take you to the biggest fish around. Depending on the time of year, they offer trips on the High Lakes and Lower Deschutes. **Sunset Perks
Fly fish the Fall River. Located only a short 15 min. drive from Sunriver, the Fall River is a favorite and is only open to fly fishing year-round.
Rent a boat on the Wickiup Reservoir to do more fishing, or just sit back and enjoy the scenery and sunshine
DAY 3: TEE OFF
Sunriver has two world-class golf courses, and 20 more courses all within an hour or less drive of Sunriver. See for yourself why Golf Digest ranked Central Oregon as one of the world’s best golf destinations—your friends will be green with envy.
Start your Central Oregon morning off right with a warm latte or hot chocolate along with fresh baked pasteries, donuts and breads from Hot Lava Baking Company located in the Sunriver Village Mall. Their donuts are the largest you've ever seen! Delicious breads are baked daily and they have a delightful selection of homemade desserts and deli sandwiches. **Sunset Perks
River’s Edge offers the most challenging par-72 course with spectacular scenery. Their signature par-4 6 th hole has an approach shot to an elevated green fronted by a pond AND a 25’ waterfall **Sunset Perks
Lost Tracks Golf Club is a classic par-72 golf course just south of Bend with exceptional views. An old railroad dining car as a bridge would be considered the signature par-3 16 th hole **Sunset Perks
Widgi Creek Golf Club is a semi-private par-72 course designed by Robert Muir Graves. Don’t be fooled…this course looks easier than it plays. Watch the wildlife in between swings—Elk, Deer, Coyotes and Bald Eagles **Sunset Perks
Follow your day of distinguished golf, with a refined classic Italian meal at Marcello’s Cucina Italiana. **Sunset Perks
DAY 4: PEDAL POWER
See the sights of Sunriver and the neighboring Deschutes Forest by bike. Need to rent a bike? Contact 4 Seasons Recreational Outfitters to rent a state-of-the-art Mountain Bike or a stylin' cruiser! **Sunset Perks
Bike all 31 miles of bike trails throughout Sunriver. Rest and refuel with lunch at Café Sintra
Get off the paved roads with a trek to Benham and Dillon Falls—an easy 3.5 mile ride from Sunriver on Road 600, or take the new trail for a more challenging and difficult route. Pack a picnic lunch yourself, or pick up a convenient and delicious box lunch from Blondie’s Pizza
Take the Paulina Plunge – combine a downhill mountain bike trek for 1.5 miles with stops along the river trail to reveal spectacular waterfalls & natural water slides perfect for dips, jumps and sliding. Safe for the entire family from 4-70 years of age.
Advanced peddlers will find the Edison Ice Cave Trail a bit of a challenge. 10 miles of moderate terrain starts at the Edison Ice Cave snowpark and ends at Mt. Bachelor
Trails are endless throughout the area or make your own! Central Oregon is renowned for Mountain Biking, so go venture
DAY 5: TAKE A HIKE
Hiking is one of the most popular activites to enjoy while visting the Bend, Oregon, area, and you don't have to go far. Easy and difficult hikes exist thorughout the millions of National Forest acres right outside Sunriver and Bend.
GPS Eco Challenges by Wanderlust Tours offer small or large groups an adventure on the sage and grass-covered land of the High Desert while you find your way from point to point through fun clues with your GPS (global positioning system) skills. Search through forest, rock outcrops, and cool caves – all under the backdrop of the mountain vistas.Your treasure awaits you at the end – a Wanderlust Tours gift for all! GPS provided. **Sunset Perks
Cascade Lakes Highway - Drive the massive 100 mile loop and stop to hike one of the thousands of trails which lead you to hidden waterfalls and lakes.
Tumalo Falls Hike- who doesn’t love seeing a big waterfall. This easy hike is ideal for families with small children. plus tons of other trails to explore
Newberry Crater Obsidian Trail - Walk among one of the largest obsidian flows in the world formed over 1300 years ago.
Paulina Creek - over 20 waterfalls along the Ogden National Recreation Trail. Drive to the Paulina Falls view point on your way out of the park.
Green Lakes Trail – Off the Cascade Lakes Hwy, this trail starts from sparks lake meadow and takes you
With all the hiking you've done, you will have worked up quite an appetite. Make reservations to get some of the best Sushi in Central Oregon. Sushimotos Asian Bistro, Wine and Cocktail Bar have had Bend residents and visitors making the drive to Sunriver for their scrumptous asian cusine. This place is popular--reservations recommended 541.593.2200 **Sunset Perks
DAY 6: YOU ROCK
Whether you like to climb them or collect them, Central Oregon offers rock lovers a thrill.
Smith Rock State Park is the big daddy of climbing spots! From climbing adventures--which offer over 1,400 bolted climbing routes for beginners to professionals--to hikes that can be as easy or difficult as you desire. And, the views from the Monkey Face trail are well worth being out of breath for. Take a break with a picnic lunch on the grassy lawn—the view is incredible—and leave plenty of room for homemade huckleberry icecream from the store on the way out of the park
Not up for the real thing or want to practice some risky maneuvers, opt to try indoor climbing. Available at Inclimb of Bend
Get a guided climb for you or your group with Chockstone Climbing Guides. From the first time rock climber to those breaking into advanced rock climbing skills, Chockstone Guides provide the highest quality experience. **Sunset Perks
Rock hounds can sniff out a wide variety of rocks in Crook County - known as the rockhound capital of the world. Free public access is available at most locations where you can find jasper, agate, obsidian, dendrite, thunder eggs, petrified wood and more. A map directing you to the best locations is available for purchase from Prineville Chamber of Commerce or Ochoco Nat. Forest service office
Lava River Caves, located off Highway 97, just north of Sunriver a few miles, is one of Oregon’s longest lava tubes at 2.4 miles round-trip. Open from mid-May through mid-September.
DAY 7: THE ART OF SHOPPING
Spend a day a day in bliss by meandering into hundreds of fine art galleries, museums and, best of all, shops!
Sunriver Village Mall & The Sunriver Resort Lodge for some unique finds to bring back to friends and family.
Visit Signature Imports for clothing, jewelry, furniture, home decor, toys and more from all over the world hand made by artisans in such countries and continents as Asia, Africa, Mexico, India, Indonesia, etc. None of their items are mass produced or made in sweat shops and factories. All of the items are personally bought from the store's owner from the crafters or artists themselves. **Sunset Perks
Bend Factory Stores offer over 20 outlet and specialty shops like Nike, Eddie Bauer & more Don’t forget to get your chocolate fix at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory **Sunset Perks
The Shops at the Old Mill – over 40 shops and restaurants. Catch a flick at the Old Mill 10! Don’t forget to take the kids to the Working Wonders children’s museum upstairs.
Downtown Bend – stroll along Bond and Wall Streets for shops and galleries galore. Don’t miss the First Friday Artwalks. Sip and stroll on every first Friday of the month when the downtown galleries open their doors late to provide wine and light refreshments to all art-loving guests.
Visit the High Desert Museum and get face-to-face with a bobcat, golden eagle, or an otter. Take a stroll through life-size dioramas of the 1800s settlement of the West & more. **Sunset Perks
Recommended Bites - Dinner on the river at Anthony’s Homeport, or dine on some southern soul food with an opulent twist at Zydeco (off Reed Market/3 rd Street)
DAY 8: MAKE A SPLASH
Start your day in water and end it dining on the water!
Put in your canoe, kayak, raft or inner tubes at Harper’s Bridge in Sunriver and float to the Sunriver Marina. The trip is about 3 miles. If you would like to spend an entire day on the river, float all the way to the pull out before Benham/Dillon Falls
Don’t have your own boat or raft? Central Oregon Adventures offers flat water float trips on canoes and kayaks with with drop off & pick up service. Lunch on the river with boxed lunches prepared by a Sunriver deli and ordered for you by Central Oregon Adventures **Sunset Perks
Paddle your canoe on a high mountain lake during the day or when there is a full moon. Wanderlust Tours offers canoe tours during the spring, summer and fall months. An eco-guide will show you the hidden spots and wildlife on some of the most spectacular and unique Cascade Lakes--don't forget to bring your swimsuit for a refreshing dip! **Sunset Perks
Raft the wild rapids of the Deschutes River with Sun Country Tours. The Big Eddy Thriller is a short 3 mile trip on the river with fun guides and class 2 & 3 rapids. Longer trips are available on the lower Deschutes and the McKenzie rivers
Stay cool with a waverunner rental from Central Oregon Adventures. Many of the High Cascade Lakes, like Cultus, and area reservoirs are roomy enough for zooming around on the water. **Sunset Perks
Sail or paddle around on one of the high lakes in a sail boat or kayak. There are over hundreds of lakes that can only be truly explored on the water. Play Today offers daily and multi-day rentals for sail boats and kayaks **Sunset Perks
Treat your overly-sun exposed tresses to a Vanilla Cream hair wrap at the Sangie Hair Spa in Bend. While you’re there arrange for some well-deserved pampering with a warm milk pedicure **Sunset Perks
It would be only appropriate to end your day by dining waterside along the Deschutes River at the Trout House Restaurant
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