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Alder Springs Trail — The moderate 5.7-mile out and back trail south of Lake Billy Chinook d… Read more
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There’s still time to head out to the mountains and forests in northern Deschutes and Crook … Read more
By connecting multiple junctions, mountain bikers in Central Oregon can create any number of… Read more
The small lake spot about 1 mile as the crow flies from Waldo Lake is a quiet respite from t… Read more
Sure, there is a nip in the air, but the crowds are gone, the sun is still shining most days… Read more
Fall is in the air. That means cooler temps, some moisture and fall rains. Such conditions w… Read more
On a remote dirt trail somewhere between Suttle Lake and Camp Sherman, it suddenly hit me. Read more
One of the perks of living in Central Oregon is that an outdoor adventure is seemingly right… Read more
Odell Lake — Sitting in the shadow of Diamond Peak the clear and vibrant blue lake reaches d… Read more
Starting from rushing springs, the Fall River flows northeast for 8 miles through pine fores… Read more
The Metolius River is special any time of year. Known for its cold, clear waters and fluores… Read more
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Mountaineering is for the people who look up at a mountain and decide, “that is the place I … Read more
Last Saturday, I awoke with a plan to clean, mow the lawn and generally “be productive” — th… Read more
Hosmer Lake — The gorgeous and shallow lake is a paddler’s paradise. Full of rich vegetation… Read more
The crowds have now diminished in the ever-popular Cascade Lakes area, and though many campg… Read more
Fall is full of splendor for all outdoor enthusiasts in Central Oregon — perhaps especially … Read more
Tumalo Mountain is perhaps more known to Central Oregon locals as a wintertime destination, … Read more
My hiking friends and I needed an escape. Read more
Disc golf is sort of like regular golf, only instead of using a club to hit a tiny ball into… Read more
Dry River Canyon Trail — The 6-mile out and back trail east of Bend descends into an ancient… Read more
Fall is a wonderful season to be in Bend parks. Nature watching, bird-watching and just simp… Read more
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam near Prineville offers anglers a chance to fish for both … Read more
The Crooked River below Bowman Dam near Prineville offers anglers a chance to fish for both … Read more
They are often called “the fish of 1,000 casts.” Read more
Steven Siegel made the switch from skiing to snowboarding 17 years ago when he figured out t… Read more
The term Triple Crown is generally used to describe an award for winning a group of three im… Read more
U.S. Forest service roads zigzag through the mountains and wooded landscapes of the Ochoco N… Read more
Antelope Flat Reservoir — One of the few developed sites in the Maury Mountains area of the … Read more
Only a three-hour drive from Bend, the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness is an isolated area of… Read more
It’s “Back to Basics” for Mt. Bachelor, as the ski resort announced plans Wednesday to open … Read more
Every now and again, typically in June, a message in the group chat with my sisters pops up … Read more
I certainly do not need another hobby, or more gear to buy. Read more
If the pandemic led you to postpone your summer trip to the 49th state, Alaska author Chris … Read more
Walton Lake — A small lake in the middle of the Ochoco forest offering camping, fishing and … Read more
Oregon is full of varied landscapes including verdant forests and mountain peaks. Just east … Read more
The Diamond Peak Wilderness, west of Odell and Crescent lakes, straddles the Cascade Range a… Read more
For the first time in a decade, Renee Berg revisited the Twin Lakes Resort, a small resort o… Read more
The alarm went off at 4 a.m. Read more
Unprecedented numbers of people ventured into the outdoors this summer. Fewer youth camps, s… Read more
Paulina Creek Waterslides : Paulina Creek leaves Paulina Lake in the Newberry Volcano and im… Read more
Southern Deschutes County and the areas just beyond are full of adventures worth the few ext… Read more
Central Oregon Trail Alliance finally got approval from both the Deschutes and Ochoco Nation… Read more
Elk Lake is probably the most popular lake in Central Oregon for stand-up paddleboarding, bu… Read more
Early in the hunt I saw a ruffed grouse picking gravel on a forest road and marked the spot … Read more
Oregon Observatory is the country’s largest facility for public viewing with over 30 telesco… Read more
Bend is a trail mecca, and for good reason. Read more
WALDO LAKE — It’s not necessary to be clairvoyant to look into the depths of Waldo Lake. Read more
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Matthieu Lakes: Starting from Lava Camp Lake located just off the Old McKenzie Highway, the … Read more
The Green Ridge Fire continues to burn near Camp Sherman, but there are still open areas to … Read more
At Lava Lake, it’s all about the numbers. Sure, big fish can be found at Lava, but the angli… Read more
Tell us which trails, lakes, running routes or river areas are best for dogs. Tag it #explor… Read more
Six Lakes Trail can feel like a misnomer because there are only two. Read more
LA PINE — A little over five years ago, the Three Rivers Archers took shape in the backyard … Read more
“X marks the spot, so let’s see if we can find the treasure,” I say out loud to our 7-year-o… Read more
Trying to avoid crowds who are dominating the Deschutes River and overwhelming downtown? Go … Read more
The Cascade Lakes area is a popular summer destination for Central Oregonians, and it’s no w… Read more
The 5.3-mile round-trip hike to Tam McArthur Rim is one of my favorite hikes in Central Oreg… Read more
This time of year, our mountain biking paradise here in Central Oregon can get encumbered wi… Read more
Bend resident Kim McCarrel is one the Northwest’s experts on horse riding trails. Read more
