A Dog’s Paradise

Photos courtesy of local pet owners

Sunriver, A Dog’s Paradise

11 Reasons Why Dogs Love Living In & Visiting Sunriver

1. There are 34 miles of paved pathways in Sunriver and a network of trails in the National

Forest just across the Cardinal Landing Bridge for you and your dog to explore.

2. Dogs who are well-behaved are allowed off-leash on the Sunriver pathways and at Fort

Rock Park. Dog owners met around 8 am in the summer and 9 am in the fall and winter for casual dog playdates. Dog owners are reminded to always carry a leash and clean up after their pet.

3. There are many dog-friendly rental properties in Sunriver. Be sure to ask when renting a vacation home.

4. Many shops in The Village at Sunriver and the Sunriver Business Park are dog friendly.

5. Visit the Sunriver Country Store IGA in the The Village, Sunriver Marketplace, Camp Abbot

Trading Co. or Muddy Hut to find dog food, leashes, toys and more for your dog. Muddy Hut also offers dog grooming.

6. The Sunriver Veterinary Clinic caters to all your dog’s needs from flea medicine to pedicures and checkups to needed surgeries.

7. Dogs love visiting Sunriver during the

Fourth of July because fireworks are not allowed in Sunriver.

8. Take your dog on an expedition to the

Cascade Lake Scenic Byway, where many of the lakes provide dogs with a welcome relief from the summer heat. Elk Lake is a wonderful place for dogs to play in the water and the lodge is pet-friendly as well.

For a quieter experience and fewer crowds, try Little Lava Lake.

9. During the winter, Edison and Wanoga Sno-

Parks have family and dog-friendly activity areas where you can safely enjoy exploring the snow-covered hills, including snow shoeing and cross-country skiing.

10. Dogs love the quiet and easy hike at Benham Falls. Go early in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the crowds. There are places for your dog to take a dip in the river.

11. Two events are dedicated to celebrating dogs — The Sunriver Brewing Co. K9 Keg Pull in February and Dog Day in May at The

Village at Sunriver.