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Escape to the Metolius River. Cozy, immaculate cottages with kitchens and fireplaces nestled under the pines on the banks of the Metolius River.
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We feature a wide array of vacation and home rentals in Sisters, Tollgate, Crossroads and Camp Sherman. They provide easy access to biking, hiking and skiing in the Deschutes National Forest surrounding the picturesque town of Sisters.
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Top 20 Things To Do! #1 Shop Local in Sisters..................................................... 3 #2 Cast Your Fly Line.......................................................... 3 #3 Golf Sisters Country...................................................... 5 #4 Visit a Gallery ................................................................ 5 #5 Go Cycling — On and Off the Road ............................... 7 #6 Enjoy a Taste of Sisters.................................................. 7 #7 See Sisters Wrapped in Quilts....................................... 9 #8 Skate, Disc Golf, Cycle................................................ 11 #9 Hit the Slopes!............................................................. 11 #10 Attend the Sisters Folk Festival ................................ 13 #11 Spend a Day in Camp Sherman ................................ 15 #12 Take a Hike!............................................................... 15 #13 Get Out on the Water.................................................17 #14 Pitch a Tent in Paradise ..............................................17 #15 Take a Spa Day.......................................................... 19 #16 Yee-Haw! Let’s Rodeo! .............................................. 27 #17 Snowshoe Through the Woods ................................. 33 #18 Revel in Music and Activites...................................... 33 #19 Wine and Dine Yourself............................................. 35 #20 Get Up Close and Personal with Wildlife................... 35
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Shop Local in Sisters Sometimes the most pleasant way to while away a day is to enjoy a leisurely stroll through charming downtown Sisters. Sample the wares of our many shops. Sure, you can find your souvenir T-shirt here, but you’ll also find unique gift items and a piece of Sisters you can take home and treasure. From Western boots to original art, from outdoor gear to classic toys, custom jewelry to a treasure trove of quilting supplies, you’ll find it here.
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Cast Your Fly Line Sisters Country draws fly fishermen from around the world to test their skill in its pristine waters. The Metolius River offers challenging fly fishing in one of the nation’s most beautiful settings. Stop by the Camp Sherman Store for gear and hot tips. Our high mountain lakes provide good fishing amid spectacular scenery. Further afield, you can drift down the Deschutes River for a classic fishing experience. Book a trip with expert guides from The Fly Fisher’s Place. Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide | 3
Northwest cuisine in a classic Western-style lodge. Enjoy a wide variety of cuisine including elk and seafood dishes. Or relax on the patio with a hearty burger featuring our own Brand 33 ranch-raised beef; perfect for an intimate dinner, casual family gathering, wedding or your next business meeting. Kids welcome. Call for hours and Sunday brunch.
541-549-3663 For Reservations 16900 Aspen Lakes Drive
541-549-4653 Tee Times 3.5 miles east of Sisters on Hwy. 126
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Golf Sisters Country
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The Sisters area is an international golf destination, offering excellent courses in a stunning natural setting. Closest to Sisters is Aspen Lakes Golf Course, offering magnificent views on an Audubon Sanctuary course. Black Butte Ranch features two spectacular championship courses: Big Meadow and Glaze Meadow. There are 20+ courses in Central Oregon for the avid golfer, pro or novice, to enjoy.
Some magical alchemy — a beautiful setting, a small town that nurtures creativity, visitors who value art and culture — has made Sisters a hub of the arts. Take some time and tour Sisters’ many art galleries, where you will find a wide spectrum of art that displays the profound talents of Sisters’ artists. Be sure to take in the Sisters Art Stroll in our many galleries every 4th Friday, year-round from 4 to 7 p.m. downtown.
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The quality is high and the prices reasonable from boots to hats to jewelry, great women’s & men’s shirts, jeans, accessories & more. Dixie’s quality lasts and lasts. Whether you are getting gussied up for a night on the town, trekking out to the mountains, or fixin’ to put in a hard day’s work on the back 40, Dixie’s will get you outfitted. We are more than just a Western store!
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5 Go Cycling — On and Off the Road
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Sisters offers world-class cycling opportunities. Road cyclists will find a wide range of routes that challenge their stamina while offering up spectacular mountain vistas. Ride Highway 242 to the top of McKenzie Pass (car free until about June 15) and visit Dee Wright Observatory. If fat tires are your preference, Sisters offers a fine network of trails, including the exciting Peterson Ridge Loop, at the south edge of town.
6 Enjoy a Taste of Sisters Sisters Country is a pioneer in the world of craft brewing and distilling. From the unique, locally made spirits of Cascade Street Distillery to the fine beers and ales crafted by Three Creeks Brewing Co., you’ll find outstanding creations to thrill your adventurous palate.
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See Sisters Wrapped in Quilts
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For decades, the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show™ (SOQS) has splashed downtown Sisters in a riot of colored fabric, a display that draws fiber arts enthusiasts from around the world. The 2018 43rd Annual Quilt Show runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, all through downtown Sisters. The show itself is the culmination of a week of education and celebration. Quilters from all around the world come to Sisters for a week of classes taught by some of the most renowned instructors in the world of fiber arts. Special events and entertainment round out a slate of pre-show festivities, as quilters get to enjoy the beauty of Sisters Country at a leisurely pace before the big day. Quilt Show week officially kicks off on the first weekend in July with the annual Fiber Arts Stroll, noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 8. More than 20 fiber artists share their textile arts including quilts, weaving, basketry, fabric dying and much, much more. This is the most unique art stroll in Sisters — the artists are on hand showing you how it’s done and some may even have a project you can try yourself! Maps will also be available for pickup at the Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, Stitchin’ Post, and at participating businesses. For many, one day of viewing hundreds of quilts just isn’t enough. On Sunday, July 15, visit the FivePine campus at the east end of town for an outdoor display and quilting lecture in Quilt Show Sunday. Love the show? Step up to volunteer at sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org.
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Make Winter Count… Experience Hoodoo 805 acres, 37runs & 5 chairlifts 60,000-square-foot Lodge.
Winter is more than just a season! It’s first chair, fireworks on the snow, live music under the stars or 24 inches overnight. It’s about making the most of your winter. Make Your Winter Count! Buy your pass today. OREGON’S MOST AFFORDABLE WAY TO SKI For more information visit hoodoo.com or call Julie at 541.822.3799 10 | Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide
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Skate, Disc Golf, Cycle Skaters can work their moves at Sisters Skate Park, a concrete bowl created by skaters for skaters. Located at Sisters Park & Recreation District, at the west end of the Sisters High School parking lot off Highway 242. In the same vicinity is Hyzer Pines Disc Golf, one of the premier parks of its kind in the region. Sisters Bike Park, featuring a pump track and jumps, will come on line in the same area in spring.
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Carve your turns on skis or snowboards in some of the best snow to be found in the Northwest. Slip and slide down a tubing hill. Nearby Hoodoo offers a family-friendly experience for visitors and locals, or you can venture farther afield to the slopes of mighty Mt. Bachelor. Ski and snowboard rentals are available in Sisters at Eurosports or at the mountain.
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10 Attend the Sisters Folk Festival Each September, downtown Sisters becomes a venue for some of the finest Americana roots music to be found. Sisters Folk Festival (SFF) will run September 7-9, 2018. From the Village Green Park to the back lawn of Sisters Art Works to restaurants and cafés all around town, the air is filled with music. The ability to stroll through town from venue to venue is part of the charm of the festival, which brings people from all over the world back to Sisters year after year. “The festival is unique in using venues all across town within walking distance,” says Sisters Folk Festival Executive Director Brad Tisdel. The setting allows audiences to have an intimate connection with outstanding musicians in genres ranging from blues to folk to Celtic to bluegrass and every shade in between. Some of it’s quiet and reflective and touches the soul; some of it’s raucous and demands that you get up and dance. “It makes for a unique and totally rewarding experience,” Tisdel says. Whether you come to dance or to listen — or for a mix of both, the SFF will give you plenty to enjoy. “We love introducing artists to our audience,” says SFF co-founder Jim Cornelius. “You may not have heard of a band or a songwriter, but once you’ve seen them, you’re hooked for life.” SFF artists may fly below the mainstream radar, but they are the real deal — talented, compelling, and accessible. “The talent level is extraordinary,” says Tisdel. The festival encourages emerging talent with the Americana Song Academy held at nearby Blue Lake during the days leading up to the festival. For ticket information visit sistersfolkfestival.org.
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Vacation Year-Round We invite you to come and get your feet wet in the Metolius River Basin and experience first-class dining, hiking, biking, fishing and old-fashioned entertainment. Please visit our website today for special vacation deals and offers. www.metoliusriver.com Camp Sherman, Oregon Camp Sherman Store/Fly Shop Cold Springs Resort Hoodoo’s Camp Sherman RV Park & Motel House on Metolius Kokanee Café Lake Creek Lodge The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse Metolius River Lodges Metolius River Resort 14 | Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide
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Spend a Day in Camp Sherman
Since the 19th century, Camp Sherman has been a beloved vacation spot. You simply must experience the peace and beauty of the Metolius River and the surrounding community, one of the most treasured places in Oregon. Hike along the Metolius Trail, visit the old-fashioned Camp Sherman Store for a summer holiday weekend barbecue, explore the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery. Fly fish the magnificent Metolius as you let the cares of the world slip away. Visit metoliusriver.com.
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Take a Hike! Sisters Country offers endless opportunities for hikers. From an easy walk along a lake shore to climbing Black Butte, there is an adventure waiting. Explore wildflowercovered meadows or soak in magnificent alpine vistas, go for an afternoon stroll or a multi-day trek. For hiking ideas, see page 40. Deschutes Land Trust offers guided hikes March through November. Visit deschuteslandtrust.org.
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Home of the Big Eddy Thriller since 1978! Sun Country Tours provides part-day and all-day whitewater rafting trips on three beautiful rivers in Oregon including the Deschutes, McKenzie, and North Umpqua. We are known for unforgettable adventures and excellent customer service, and the reviews from our many happy guests have made us a Hall of Fame Award Winner on TripAdvisor. See you on the river! Whitewater Rafting Stand Up Paddle Boarding River Float Tube Rentals Book online at suncountrytours.com 541.382.6277 Convenient pickups in Sisters, Bend, Sunriver and Redmond 16 | Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide
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Sisters Country streams and lakes are a fabulous playground. Sign up for a whitewater rafting trip on the McKenzie River or the Deschutes River or relax easily on a float tube. Stand-up paddleboarding is a great way to enjoy local lakes (guests at Black Butte Ranch can paddle there). Sun Country Tours can get you out on the water for an unforgettable adventure.
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Pitch a Tent in Paradise Sisters and Camp Sherman offer some of the nicest camping experiences to be found in Oregon. Spend the night under the stars amidst the whispering pines and wake up to go hiking and fishing. There are literally dozens of camping sites, ranging from the shores along the rolling waters of the Metolius River to lakeside spots at Suttle Lake and Three Creek Lake, plus Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort 3.5 miles east of Sisters. Visit sistersoregonguide.com for more information.
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Experience Black Butte Ranch, an extraordinary 1,800-acre family resort destination that offers an unmatched vacation experience. Stunning mountain views and abundant amenities await. Guests can settle in to one of 120 vacation homes, and enjoy 36 holes of championship golf, award-winning dining, swimming, biking, horseback riding, spa, and abundant four-season recreation. With no less than seven of the Cascade’s high mountain peaks, Black Butte Ranch’s setting is pristine. It’s a place where you can set your own pace, explore a world of recreation, and enjoy an authentic Oregon experience.
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Take a Spa Day
You deserve it. The pace of life just needs to slow down sometimes and you need a place to retreat and rejuvenate. Lucky for you, Sisters is full of practitioners of the healing arts, offering a wide range of spa treatments, massage, and skin care. Whether you just need to relax or really need someone to work out the kinks and strains of an active Sisters Country vacation, you will find the right massage modality in Sisters. What better way to cap off a mountain bike ride on the Peterson Ridge Trail or a day of shopping than to follow it up with a good massage? And expert skin care is on tap with professionals who use top-shelf products and keep abreast of the best practices in their field.
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Black Butte Ranch Experts & Central Oregon Specialists We’re your neighbors; Over half of our agents live at Black Butte Ranch, and all of us live in Central Oregon. That’s why we are the exclusive onsite Realtors at Black Butte Ranch. Come see us! Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, adjacent to the lakeside pool complex at The Ranch, and 220 S. Ash St., in downtown Sisters.
Don Bowler, President and Broker 971-244-3012 Gary Yoder, Managing Principal Broker 541-420-6708 Dick Howells, Principal Broker 541-408-6818 Phil Arends, Principal Broker 541-420-9997 Carol Dye, Broker 541-480-0923 | Joe Dye, Broker 541-595-2604 Ross Kennedy, Principal Broker 541-408-1343
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Just for Kids!
Did you know? The town of Sisters got its name from the Three Sisters Mountains. Do you know the individual names of the Three Sisters? Faith, Hope, and Charity
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Answers: 1-A; 2-I; 3-G; 4-H; 5-D; 6-F; 7-B; 8-E; 9-C
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Did you know? Sisters is home to the Golden Eagle with a wing span of up to 7-1/2-feet long!
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Discover a World of Fun at Paulina Springs Books! More than enough to satisfy anyone’s literary needs! Fantastical children’s picture books Engrossing reads for young readers Pacific Northwest bestsellers Hiking guides & field guides for our flora & fauna Outstanding nonfiction — biographies to science A full selection of toys from Melissa & Doug The best in games — Settlers of Catan, Jungle Speed, Bananagrams and so much more Quality jigsaw puzzles from 24 to 1,000 pieces
541-549-0866 252 W. Hood Ave., Sisters, Oregon www.paulinasprings.com
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Did you know? Camp Polk Cemetery is just 3 miles northeast of Sisters with the oldest known grave from 1880.
Test Your Sisters Country IQ 1. What are the names of the Three Sisters mountains? a. Hope, Faith, Belief b. Faith, Hope, Charity c. Hope, Grace, Faith d. Pearl, Grace, Francis 2. What is the name of the main road that runs through Sisters? a. Main Avenue b. Pine Street c. Cascade Avenue d. Locust Street 3. What is at the top of Black Butte? a. Graveyard b. Fire Lookout c. Restaurant d. Eagle’s nest
6. What is Sisters named after? a. Western poem b. Brothers, Oregon c. The mountains d. Doc Holliday’s sister 7. What could you see on the Santiam Pass? a. Apple Tree b. Pyramid c. Museum d. Palm Tree 8. Sisters holds the largest outdoor “ ?? ” show in the nation. a. Art b. Music c. Quilt d. Horse
4. What is the Sisters Public Schools mascot? a. Mustangs b. Cowboys c. Volcanos d. Outlaws
9. What happens each year on the second weekend of June? a. Sisters BBQ b. Garlic Festival c. Cattle Drive d. Sisters Rodeo
5. What kind of fish swims in the Metolius? a. Rainbow Trout b. Brown Trout c. Bull Trout d. All of the above
10. What is the name of Sisters’ newspaper? a. Sisters Review b. The Cascade Gazette c. The Nugget Newspaper d. The Whychus Weekly
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16 Yee-Haw! Let’s Rodeo! Each year, for more than 70 years, the very best cowboys and cowgirls in the sport of rodeo head to Sisters for “The Biggest Little Show in the World.” The Sisters Rodeo is set for Friday-Sunday, June 8-10, 2018. The biggest purse of the weekend draws champions to Sisters, as the rodeo has been doing since it was founded by local cowboys in 1940. Fans of bull riding will enjoy Wednesday night’s PRCA Xtreme Bulls — an all-bull-rides evening on Wednesday, June 6 at 6:30 p.m. Xtreme Bulls gets the pre-rodeo action going on that Wednesday, and Slack on Thursday, June 7, is followed by three days of intense rodeo action — and a whole lot of family fun. Friday night is Les Schwab Family Night, where children 12 and under get in free. Saturday morning features the traditional Rodeo Parade through downtown Sisters, a slice of old-fashioned Americana that is, for many, the highlight of the weekend. The rodeo parade at 9:30 a.m. and all Sisters Rodeo events will feature Sisters Rodeo Queen Mikaela Koellermeier and rodeo courts from all around Oregon. Don’t miss the 7 a.m. Kiwanis Buckaroo Breakfast on Sunday at the rodeo grounds — a hearty meal in good company for a good cause. Looking for a hat and a pair of boots? Head on over to Dixie’s on Cascade Avenue to explore their full line of Western wear. For more information visit sistersrodeo.com.
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Sisters Inn & Suites is conveniently located off Highway 20 in Sisters, at the Ray’s Food Place shopping center, close to dining, gas, banking, Subway, Dairy Queen and McDonald’s. All rooms have a refrigerator, microwave, 39" TV with HD cable, coffee-maker, ironing board and balcony or patio. Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, Sisters Inn & Suites provides friendly hospitality and comfortable rooms at very affordable rates. Newly Remodeled• Free WiFi Kitchen Units • Commercial & Senior Rates Free Continental Breakfast Pets Welcome (with small fee)
Call 541-549-7829 605 N. Arrowleaf Trail, Sisters
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Three Sisters Mountain Pottery Handmade pottery mugs, bowls, pie plates and more. Made in Sisters, Oregon. Stop by to see the wide selection of pottery! Canyon Creek Pottery 310 N. Cedar St. | 541-390-2449 canyoncreekpotteryllc.com
Shake It Up! They stand in line for Sno Cap Drive In’s signature marionberry shake. This creamy concoction, made from delicious ice cream and fresh berries, has been the delight of generations. Sno Cap Drive In 380 W. Cascade Ave. | 541-549-6151
Olive It and More! More than an olive-lover’s paradise, we’re a specialty shop for flavored oils & balsamic aged vinegars, gourmet mustards, garlics, veggies and of course, our signature nuts! Sisters Olive and Nut Co. 271 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-8047 sistersoliveandnutco.com
Drink Up at Dutch Bros. Let your taste buds soar with an expansive menu of coffee drinks, smoothies, teas, kids hot cocoa, and our private-label Blue rebel energy drink! Dutch Bros. Coffee | 442 E. Hood Ave. | 541-719-0573 dutchbros.com
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Give The Perfect Gift Find the perfect gift for any occasion, for the quilter, knitter, or special person in your life. Stitchin’ Post 311 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-6061 stitchinpost.com
Fresh and All-Natural Treat yourself to a freshly squeezed fruit margarita with Hornitas Silver Tequila! Rancho Viejo | 150 E. Cascade Ave. 541-549-3594
Happy Feet! Minnetonka moccasins have been a tradition for 70 years, with many style and colors to choose from, child to adult. Mackenzie Creek Mercantile is where fashion meets the great outdoors. Mackenzie Creek Mercantile 290 W. Cascade Ave. | 541-549-8424 mackenziecreekonline.com
Cheers! Broken Top Bourbon is a blend of corn, rye, and barley. Barrel aged for two years in new American Oak charred barrels. Come on over to try it! Cascade Street Distillery 261 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-1082 cascadestreetdistillery.com Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide | 31
Located in the foothills of the beautiful Three Sisters Mountains. Offering 102 full-hookup RV sites, each with 50amp service. Now offering camping cabins and furnished cabins. All roads and sites are paved. Heated pool and spa open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day. Enjoy a landscaped and irrigated park with lake, path, and miniature golf. Laundry services and convenience store on-site. Located close to events and outdoor activities. Fishing July 1 through October 31 with permit. Special Winter Rates!
Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort
541-549-3021 Reservations: 888-503-3588 67667 Hwy. 20 Bend, Oregon 97701 www.bendsistersgardenrv.com
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Showshoe Through the Woods Enjoy a backcountry adventure on snowshoes. It’s a great workout and the perfect way to enjoy the quiet of the snow-blanketed forests of Sisters Country. Upper Three Creek Sno-Park, Ray Benson Sno-Park near Hoodoo, and Highway 242 where the plowing stops are usually good bets. Local rentals are available.
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Revel in Music and Activities This little community is home to variety of family-friendly year ’round fun with first-class musicians/singers/songwriters, trivia nights, poker, karaoke, parades, art classes, old-time radio, plays, and more. Enjoy a glass of wine and some music and activities on most weekends and throughout the week. Nationally-touring artists visit town to play at local venues or in the Sisters Folk Festival, its annual Winter Concert Series or free summer shows at Fir Street Park.
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GF & VEGAN OPTIONS
Welcoming and Delicious At The Rainwater Café & Bakery, we love to nourish our customers with fromscratch goodness. Enjoy our espresso, homemade pies, vegan choices, glutenfree & sugar-free baking options, and take-n-bake pizza. Serving breakfast & lunch. Dine-in or to go. Open daily. The
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Whether you hanker for a good, old-fashioned dinerstyle breakfast, deli fare, Mexican, Italian or Northwest cuisine — or all of that in one day — you’ll find what you’re looking for in Sisters. You can dine out at a different restaurant every day in beautiful surroundings — viewing snow-capped mountain vistas or dining on one of the many outdoor patios in Sisters, Camp Sherman and Black Butte Ranch. You’ll find a menu to meet any taste and budget and many an unforgettable dining experience.
Get Up Close and Personal with Wildlife Sisters is home to some amazing wildlife — much of it right in town. If you’re looking for a photo opportunity, deer are abundant, otter, fish, and even the elusive bobcat can be found. Sisters is an international birding destination. The Sisters-Black Butte-Camp Sherman triangle hosts the greatest concentration of species of woodpeckers in the world.
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Our family-friendly brewpub is a Sisters favorite and the perfect stop before or after your outdoor activities. Fashioned after an Old West livery stable, our rustic restaurant has a wickedly good menu of pub fare with daily specials and thirteen of our hand-crafted ales on tap. Open daily at 11:30 a.m. for great times, great food and exceptional beers. Blaze Your Trail!
721 Desperado Court, Sisters
541-549-1963 threecreeksbrewing.com
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Fishing Deschutes River The Deschutes River is a nearly 200-mile-long tailwater originating from Wickiup Reservoir in the Cascade Lake basin, west of Bend. The river is divided into three sections: the upper, middle, and lower river. Although the upper and middle Deschutes can fish well, the lower river is the place to be. One hundred miles of river flow from Lake Billy Chinook, near the town of Madras, and wind through the desert landscape, ultimately ending the journey at the mighty Columbia River near Biggs Junction.
High Mountain Lakes Three Creek Lake southwest of Sisters and Lost Lake west of Sisters on the Santiam Pass are great spots once the ice comes off in April or May (or June). The fish feed like hungry bears. The high alpine climate produces some incredible late afternoon hatches and more fish boils than the angler can count.
Metolius River The Metolius River in Camp Sherman is fly-fishing-only water from the headwaters to Bridge 99 —about 12 miles. The fish are selective, and because of the clear water, fly selection, presentation, and very skinny leaders are crucial. In addition to the rainbow, the Metolius also holds large bull trout and mountain whitefish and brown trout.
Suttle Lake Suttle Lake has brown trout and Kokanee salmon to test your skills. The best bite is in the cool of spring, but you can fish through the summer. The lake is easy to access and there are many nice spots along the bank to relax and wet a line. Or you can fish from a boat. Either way, Suttle Lake is a great place to introduce kids to the art of fishing.
Complete Fly Shop Flies • Reels • Rods Accessories • Maps Daily Updates & Advice Remember, there is no guiding allowed on the Metolius River.
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Out West Realty
Your Hometown Experts with a World of Experience!
Leslie Beard Managing Principal Broker/Owner 541-771-0829
Peter Storton Principal Broker 541-480-9605
Sandy Goodsell Principal Broker 541-480-0183
Marina McCurdy Principal Broker 541-610-9867
John Ferguson Broker 541-280-0847
Mark Morzov Broker 307-690-7799
Jeff Dobson Broker 541-588-0038
Jonathan Hicks Broker 865-335-6104
Steven Forster Broker 503-812-4805
Deborah Meier Principal Broker 541-904-5088
Winfield Durham Broker 541-420-9801
Ron Roberts Broker 541-410-9736
541-549-3333 625 North Arrowleaf Trail, Sisters Oregon
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Cycling Whether you prefer fat tires or skinny — or a little of both — Sisters Country offers outstanding opportunities for two-wheeled recreation. Because of our abundant sunshine, and dry climate, it is often possible to ride year ‘round in Sisters. Local bikeshops rent a variety of bikes, including bikes that can be ridden in the snow. For mountain biking adventure, it’s hard to beat the Peterson Ridge Trail. Located just five blocks from the center of town, just across Whychus Creek on Elm Street, this gem of a trail system is 30 miles and growing, offering options for riders of all abilities. Flowing single track for beginner to advance riders, and some of the best views in Central Oregon are hallmarks of this uncrowded trail. Unlike many trails, you can bring your four-legged friend: dogs are allowed. Recommended parking is at Village Green Park, across from the Sisters Fire Hall on Elm Street, where you will find restrooms, showers, bike lockers (bring your lock) and water. The trailhead is five blocks away. Road cycling is outstanding. With two Oregon scenic bikeways and amazing low-traffic riding, all ages can choose from challenging climbs to flat and rolling farmland and rural backroads. Ride over world-famous McKenzie Pass on Highway 242 (subject to conditions), from Camp Sherman to international rock climbing destination Smith Rock or all compass points in between. Elite riders can climb to stunning Three Creek Lake on Forest Road 16 (Elm Street south out of Sisters). Guests at Black Butte Ranch enjoy a network of bike paths. Cycle shops offer maps with routes highlighted and tailored to your particular needs and interests. Maps are available online from the Sisters Trail Alliance at sisters trails.org or eurosports.us/local_rides.
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Hiking Black Butte | 3.8 miles | Strenuous This is a hike that every visitor should make at least once. It affords spectacular views of the entire Sisters area. It’s a 3.8-mile hike to the lookout tower and back. However, most of the trail is on the south-facing slope and it gets hot in the summertime. Bring plenty of water. To get there, drive west on Highway 20 from Sisters to Forest Road 11 (Green Ridge Road). Turn right and pass Indian Ford Campground. Turn left at graveled Road 1110 and follow it to the trailhead. If you’re feeling really ambitious, there’s a new trail from the bottom of Black Butte to the top. Maps for that are available at the Sisters Ranger Station. McKenzie River Waterfalls Loop | 3 miles | Easy If you’re looking for a family hike in magnificent forests, with views of spectacular waterfalls, the McKenzie River Waterfalls Loop Trail will fill the bill in spades. Located just a half-hour drive west of Sisters, the trail offers views of Sahalie and Koosah Falls, amid towering fir trees. Sahalie Falls is 34 miles west of Sisters; take a left at the Santiam “Y,” then Highway 126 west toward Eugene. Metolius River | Mileage varies | Easy If you’re looking for an easy hike that still takes you into some of the region’s most beautiful country, visit the Metolius River in Camp Sherman. With trees clinging to mossy rocks along the riverbank, the Metolius River trail has the feel of the real Pacific Northwest. To get there, take Highway 20 west to the Camp Sherman turnoff. Follow Road 14 to a fork in the road and bear right. Continue on approximately 7.5 miles and turn left at the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery signs and cross the bridge to the fish hatchery parking area.
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Suttle Lake Trail | 3.2 miles | Easy Suttle Lake offers an easy family hike around one of Sisters Country’s favorite recreation sites. Starting on the north shore of the lake, the 3.2-mile trail skirts the waters as it winds through the forest. There are many nice spots to stop for a picnic or a bit of fishing. To get there take Highway 20 west from Sisters about 14 miles to the entrance of the Suttle Lake campgrounds. The trail is easily accessed from several points, including Cinder Beach near The Suttle Lodge. Tam McArthur Rim | 5.5 miles | Strenuous If you’re looking for a bit of a challenge with the reward of some spectacular alpine views, hike the Tam McArthur Rim (tops out at about 8,000 feet). The 5.5-mile out-and-back hike offers stunning views of Three Creek Lake and the surrounding Cascades. It’s a strenuous hike with 2,400 feet of elevation gain, but it’s readily manageable for a fit hiker, and the views of the Sisters peaks, Broken Top, and the surrounding country are worth every drop of sweat. Take Elm Street (Road 16), south from Sisters about 16 miles to Three Creek Lake, where you’ll find the Tam McArthur Rim Trailhead (Wilderness Pass required). Whychus Creek Trail | 4 miles | Moderate This close-in hike offers the feel of being away from it all, walking along the rushing waters of Whychus Creek. It’s an out-and-back hike, so you can set your own distance. There are a couple of steep and rocky spots, but a reasonably fit hiker should be able to handle the trail with no problem. There’s a log jam about two miles in that makes for some spectacular photographs, so figure on at least a 4-mile round trip. Take Elm Street south out of Sisters 4.2 miles. There’s a turnout on the west (right) side of the road. Park and walk past the green gate down to the trail and start hiking upstream.
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Camping Allen Springs Season: Year-round (weather permitting). Location: On Metolius River, 5 miles north of Camp Sherman Store. Access: From Sisters, 9.6 miles northwest on Hwy. 20, then 11.1 miles north on Road 14. Elevation: 2,700 feet. Facilities: Vault and wheelchairfriendly toilets; no water. Sites: 16, best suited to tents. Special Activities: Catch-and-release fishing, trails. Rates: $16 per night ($12, October 1 to April 30). Details: hoodoorecreation.com. Allingham Season: May-September (weather permitting). Location: On Metolius River, one mile north of Camp Sherman Store. Access: From Sisters, 9.6 miles northwest on Hwy. 20, then 6.1 miles north on Road 14, then one mile north on 1419. Elevation: 2,900 feet. Facilities: Vault toilets, piped drinking water. Sites: 10. Special Activities: Catch-and-release fishing, trails. Rates: $16 per night. Details: hoodoorecreation.com. Cold Springs Season: May-October (weather permitting) Location: On Hwy. 242 west of Sisters. Access: From Sisters, 4.2 miles west on Hwy. 242. Elevation: 3,500 feet. Facilities: Vault toilets, hand-pump drinking water. Sites: 23. Special Activities: Birdwatching, hiking, picnicking. Rates: $14 per night. Details: hoodoorecreation.com. South Shore/Suttle Lake Season: May-September. Location: On Suttle Lake, 16 miles west of Sisters. Access: From Sisters, 12 miles northwest on Hwy. 20, left on F.S. Road 2070, then under a half-mile to entrance on the right. Elevation: 3,400 feet. Facilities: Vault and wheelchairfriendly toilets, piped water, tables and grills. Sites: 38. Special Activities: Fishing, boating, water skiing, hiking. Rates: $18 per night. Details: hoodoorecreation.com.
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Wintetsr Spor Whether your pleasure is blasting down the slopes on skis, exploring on a snowmobile, or trekking through the forests on cross-country skis or snowshoes, Sisters Country will fulfill all your desires for winter adventure. Hoodoo Ski Area offers excellent snow conditions that complement 1,035 feet of vertical drop. For more information visit hoodoo.com or call 541-822-3799 or the 24-hour snow phone at 541-822-3337. A little farther afield is Mt. Bachelor, offering worldclass destination skiing, featuring 3,365 feet of vertical drop over varied terrain suitable for all levels of skill. For more information visit mtbachelor.com or call 800-8292442. Santiam Sno-Park is located across the highway from the Hoodoo entrance road (off Highway 20/126). It’s a popular sledding area with nearby trails for skiers and snowshoers. Both Hoodoo and Mt. Bachelor offer tubing facilities that make for a safe, fun family outing. Sisters Country offers some great terrain for snowmobilers and backcountry skiers, especially in the neighborhood of Upper Three Creek Sno-Park. Ray Benson Sno-Park, about one mile from Hoodoo, offers a variety of trails for winter sports. A large shelter in the parking area has a wood-burning stove and the Forest Service stocks plenty of wood for winter visitors. Parks require sno-park permits (daily or seasonal), available at Hoodoo, Black Butte Ranch, Sisters Ace Hardware, Blazin Saddles and Eurosports in Sisters. Hoodoo offers 15.8 kilometers of groomed trails. The Nordic center has rental gear for conventional skiing and skating. Mt. Bachelor has 56 kilometers of Nordic skiing.
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Smokin’ Good Time Kick back with us in downtown Sisters for sandwiches, soups, meals and NW crafted beverages. Take home a growler, to-go meals, party platters, or quite possibly the best steak you’ve ever had. Treat yourself, friends and family to something special — a smokin’ good time like they’ve never experienced.
541-719-1186 110 S. Spruce St. Open 9AM-7PM Every Day
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Dine Angeline’s Bakery & Cafe 121 W. Main Ave. 541-549-9122 Open 6:30 a.m. to close. Handcrafted baked goods made daily from scratch with the finest, most natural ingredients. Creative lunch entrées and fabulous soups served in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Specializing in vegan, gluten-free, and raw offerings. angelinesbakery.com
Black Butte Ranch 8 miles west of Sisters on Hwy. 20 866-976-9329 Enjoy stunning scenery and delicious Northwest cuisine at the acclaimed Lodge Restaurant; retreat for light meals with cocktails at the Aspen Lounge; enjoy great pub fare and local brews at Robert’s Pub or an unforgettable lakeside dining experience at the Lakeside Bistro. blackbutteranch.com/dining
Brand 33 Restaurant 16900 Aspen Lakes Dr. 541-549-3663 Northwest cuisine in a classic Western-style lodge with elk, steak, and seafood. The perfect place to relax on the patio with a hearty burger or to enjoy an intimate dinner, casual family gathering, wedding, or your next business meeting. Family friendly. aspenlakes.com
Cascade Trailstop 240 E. Cascade Ave. 541-719-1246 Chef-created, from-scratch wraps, soups, sliders, tacos, sandwiches, salads, pie, desserts, daily specials, kombucha, old-fashioned milkshakes, wine, craft beer, Cycletown Coffee. Eat in or to go. Outdoor and indoor seating.
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Dine Cork Cellars 391 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-CORK (2675) Enjoy our fresh, unique brand NEW chefcreated menu, expanded wine list, craft beers, and NEW cocktail selection. Dinner served nightly. Live music every Saturday 7-9 p.m. Happy Hour 4-6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday. corkcellarswinebistro.com
The Gallery Restaurant & Bar 171 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-2631 Family owned & operated for over 30 years! Homestyled food, moderately priced, exceptional service. Open 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily for breakfast and lunch; back room serves dinner (21 & over) until 10 p.m. Full service lottery in the lounge. galleryrestaurantandbar.com
The Porch 243 N. Elm St. 541-549-EATS (3287) Crazy-good comfort food in a relaxed atmosphere with amazing flavors. Offering small-plate, tapas-style, entrĂŠes, gluten-free and vegetarian options. Creative Northwest cocktails and wine list. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 to 8:30 p.m. theporch-sisters.com
R Spot 161 N. Elm St. Suite #A 541-549-SPOT (7768) Dine in restaurant with takeout and cold case for heat at home. Featuring fresh signature pastas, paninis, salads, desserts as well as 50+ craft beers, ciders and wine. Happy hour 3 to 6 p.m. Open from noon until 9 p.m. Closed on Monday and Tuesday. rspot-takeout.com
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Rainwater Café, Bakery & Pizzeria 161 E. Cascade Ave. 541-904-0153 Open daily. Everything made from scratch. Espresso, homemade pies, vegan, gluten-free and sugar-free baking options and pizza. Breakfast and lunch. Dine-in or to go.
Rancho Viejo 150 E. Cascade Ave. 541-549-3594 Open daily at 11 a.m. Mexican Restaurant and Cantina in the heart of downtown. Come try our delicious dishes, including some of the finest steak, pork, chicken and seafood platters. The best in authentic Mexican cuisine, a favorite in Central Oregon. And don’t forget our raved-about margaritas!
Sisters Meat and Smokehouse 110 S. Spruce St. 541-719-1186 Sandwiches and soups made fresh, high-quality meat case (3rd generation meat experts). Antibioticand hormone-free (often locally sourced). Smoked & deli meats, Northwest beers, ciders and wine. Indoor and patio seating. Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day. sistersmeat.com
Sisters Cascade 150 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-8591 A Sisters tradition (completely revamped by the new owner). Made fresh: 21 flavors of delectable fudge (free samples). We love that we have grandparents, parents and kids who have been our customers for 40 years.
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Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill 190 E. Cascade Ave. 541-549-RIBS (7427) A fresh take on the Old West in an iconic 1912 landmark building. Western favorites, locally sourced ingredients. Steaks, burgers, farm fresh salads & much more! Family friendly, with vegan & gluten-free menu options, local brews, wine, specialty cocktails, and live music. sisterssaloon.net
Suttle Tea 450 E. Cascade Ave. 541-549-8077 Cozy up in a rustic lakehouse atmosphere with one of our specialty tea drinks. Serving individually handcrafted hot, iced and bubble teas. Savory, fresh fruit & dessert crepes. Casual, open seating with couches, free Wi-Fi and board games. Over 35 locally blended loose teas and gifts for purchase. suttletea.com
Takoda’s 425 W. Hwy. 20 (next to Bi-Mart) | 541-549-8620 Full service restaurant & lounge, open daily for lunch and dinner, with breakfast on the weekends. Friendly service, space for large groups, scenic views! Enjoy pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salad bar & homemade desserts. Great local microbrews & wine selection, video lottery in lounge. takodassisters.com
Three Creeks Brewing Co. 721 Desperado Ct. 541-549-1963 Fashioned after an Old West stable, this familyfriendly brewpub offers a wickedly good menu of chef-created comfort food and handcrafted ales. Salads, fish & chips, sandwiches, burgers, pizza and more. Free Wi-Fi & pool, 5 flat-screen TVs. threecreeksbrewing.com
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Stay Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort Hwy. 20, 3.5 miles east of Sisters | 541-549-3021 or 888-503-3588 Featuring full RV hookup with 50-amp service, camping cabins, furnished cottages, DVD rentals, grocery, laundry, bath houses, wireless Internet, miniature golf, heated pool and spa, and offleash dog park. Big Rig-friendly! BendSistersGardenRV.com
Best Western Ponderosa Lodge 500 Hwy. 20 West 888-549-4321/ 541-549-1234 Relax in an oversized Lodgepole guestroom (king or queen beds) or deluxe suite with two-person Jacuzzi, riverrock gas ďŹ replace, and walk-in rain shower. All non-smoking. Outdoor pool (May-October), hot tub (year-round), complimentary continental breakfast. ponderosalodgeinsisters.com
Black Butte Ranch 8 miles west of Sisters on Hwy. 20 | 866-976-7241 The Ranch features over 120 vacation rentals, private lodge rooms, condos to cabins and spacious custom homes. Two championship golf courses, award-winning dining, swimming, fullservice spa, horseback riding, walking/biking paths & abundant four-season recreation. blackbutteranch.com/lodging
Cascade Vacation Rentals 541-549-0792 We feature a wide array of vacation and home rentals in Sisters, Tollgate, Crossroads and Camp Sherman. They provide easy access to biking, hiking and skiing in the Deschutes National forest surrounding the picturesque town of Sisters. cascadevacationrentals.net Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide | 49
FivePine Lodge and Spa 1021 Desperado Trail 541-549-5900/866-974-5900 Cabins & lodge rooms with waterfall soaking tub, fireplace, private patio or deck, pillow-top mattresses, 49" flatscreen TV with DVD player, wireless Internet, hosted wine & beer reception, deluxe coffee and tea service & access to the onsite Sisters Athletic Club. AAA Four Diamond & top-ranked TripAdvisor property. fivepinelodge.com
Long Hollow Ranch 71105 Holmes Road 541-923-1901 An historic guest ranch and B&B with a homey atmosphere, cozy guest rooms, and delicious home-cooked meals. Offering horseback riding, Rainbow Trout fly fishing, Bass pond fishing, cattle drives, barbecues, hiking, and wildlife viewing. View our photos and learn more at lhranch.com
Metolius River Association Metolius Recreation Area The Metolius River Association is a nonprofit association of lodging and dining establishments seeking to promote the recreational and scenic values of the Metolius Recreation Area. Check out the many excellent lodging establishments online at metoliusriver.com
Metolius River Lodges 12390 S.W. FS Road 1419, Camp Sherman 541-595-6290 In the heart of Camp Sherman on the banks of the Metolius River, experience the peace and beauty of the Metolius recreation area away from TVs and noise in one of our classic, fully equipped cabins, with kitchens and fireplaces (firewood provided first night!). metoliusriverlodges.com
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Sisters Inn & Suites 605 N. Arrowleaf Trail 541-549-STAY (7829) Best rates in town! Located in Outlaw Station, next to Ray’s Food Place, bank, restaurants and Bi-Mart. All Sisters Inn units feature 39" HD flatscreen TV with HD cable, free WiFi, refrigerator and microwave (some kitchenettes), Keurig® brewers, ironing board, balcony or patio, and free continental breakfast. Pets welcome with fee. sistersinnandsuites.com
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541-977-9898 Discover the value, savings and flexibility of a vacation rental home or cabin. Share time together in inviting gathering rooms or relax in the privacy of separate bedrooms. We are here to ensure you have a relaxing, fun, hassle-free vacation in the Sisters area. We also offer property management. Servicing satisfied customers since 2004. sistersvacation.com
Fir Street Park: Corner of Main Avenue and Fir Street, featuring a splash pad that is a joyful playground for youngsters. Fire pit, picnic tables, and public restrooms. Village Green Park: Two blocks south from downtown between Elm and Fir Streets. Covered barbecue area with tables and playground equipment. Cliff Clemens Park: North side of Sisters approximately three blocks from downtown on Larch Street. Play apparatus and restrooms. Sisters Skate Park: Created by skaters for skaters; next to the Sisters Park & Recreation District building at the west end of the Sisters High School parking lot of Hwy. 242 west of town. Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide | 51
A Fresh Take on the Old West
Experience the heart of Sisters in our 105-year-old, restored historic building. Our food is from scratch, fresh, locally sourced and chef-created. Original specialty cocktails and Central Oregon brews on tap. Live music on Saturday nights. Special events throughout the week like poker, trivia, and NFL games...we’ve even got a private party room upstairs for your special events and celebrations. Family friendly and always the unique experience of the Old West.
541-549-RIBS SistersSaloon.net 190 E. Cascade Ave., Sisters
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Dyrk Godby Art Gallery 178 S. Elm St. 208-761-1493 A cowboy, Western artist and singer/songwriter, Dyrk was raised on horse ranches, blessing him with a love and respect for quality equine stock. His connection with horses and the Western lifestyle has flavored every aspect of his life, and is expressed in his art. “Godby With You.” dyrkgodby.com
Gary Cooley Collection Gallery 353 W. Hood Ave. 541-588-6253 Wearable fiber art, custom quilted bags, handcrafted jewelry, unique gifts. Wide assortment of Western, wildlife, and African bronzes, photography, original water color and oil paintings by award-winning artists. Presenting Clarke Berryman, Cindy Briggs, Sharyl McCulloch, Lisa Belt, Jim Horsley & Melissa Cole. garycooley.com
Hood Avenue Art 357 W. Hood Ave. 541-719-1800 Featuring high quality original art, jewelry, pottery, hand-forged iron sculpture, book art, water features, handcrafted tables, textiles, and custom-fabricated home design accessories. Local artists available to meet collectors and create commissioned art. hoodavenueart.com
Sisters Gallery & Frame 252 W. Hood Ave. 541-549-9552 Photography, original artwork and Giclée prints, sculpture, jewelry, all by local artists. Also specializing in custom framing and photo restoration. sistersgallery.com and facebook.com/sistersgallery
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Studio Redfield/ Kibak Tile 183 E. Hood Ave. 541-588-6332 Family-run gallery and working tile studio. For over 35 years we have been creating hand-painted ceramic tiles for the trade, shipping worldwide. Come by and see how the tiles are made, also enjoy the large format, modern paintings by Randy Redfield. studioredfield.com
Wildflower Studio Art Boutique & Framing 103B E. Hood Ave. 541-904-0673 A working studio space that incorporates an art boutique, artist studios and a custom frame shop. The boutique features a creative collection of artwork with an emphasis on local artisans and the frame shop is a collaboration with over 40 years combined experience.
Shop Beacham’s Clock Co. 300 W. Hood Ave. 541-549-9971 Everything to do with timepieces! Huge inventory of new, antique and specialty clocks. Master clockmaker producing original pieces. Clock repair including hardto-find parts. Watch repair and custom manufactured watches. beachamsclockco.com
Bedouin 143 E. Hood Ave. 541-549-3079 Eclectic, contemporary clothing, plus hats, scarves, jewelry, decor, cards and more. And take a break at Navigator News, our café featuring espresso and fresh baked pastries. Relax and peruse the gallery filled with treasures by local artists. Find that perfect find in a truly unique shopping experience! 54 | Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide
Blazin Saddles Bike Shop 413 W. Hood Ave. 541-719-1213 Voted one of Americas best bike shops of 2017, Blazin Saddles is not to be missed! Stop by to experience one of the largest selections of bikes, cycling apparel and accessories in Central Oregon. blazinsaddleshub.com
Camp Sherman Store 25451 FS Rd. 1419 Camp Sherman 541-595-6711 Step back to a simpler place and time. The Camp Sherman Store has just about everything you need during your stay. We have a deli, groceries, beer, wine, clothing, gas, a complete fly shop, local maps and plenty of directions. We specialize in what you forgot. campshermanstore.com
Cascade Trailstop 240 E. Cascade Ave. 541-719-1246 Fast and friendly market with nearly everything you need or forgot: chef-created, from-scratch foods; snacks, frozen and grab-ngo foods, coffee, kombucha, soft drinks, wine, craft beer, camp supplies, necessities, pet food. Outdoor and indoor seating.
Cascade Village Cascade Village Shopping Center Hwy. 97 Bend, Oregon Wide array of stores & restaurants for one-stop-shopping. Bed Bath & Beyond, Trader Joe’s, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Men’s Wearhouse, Pro Image, Famous Footwear, World Market, JCP, Massage Envy, Food 4 Less, Ross, El Rancho Grande, Shinsei Sushi, Moose Sisters, Taco Del Mar, Little Pizza Paradise, Carino’s Italian, Togo Sandwiches, Starbucks & more!
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Dixie’s 100 E. Cascade Ave. 541-549-6451
Central Oregon’s premier Western, outdoor, and fashion for men and women. You’ll also find unique home goods and accessories perfect for any occasion. Our kids’ selection is growing daily including boots, hats, and more! shopdixies.com
Paulina Springs Books 252 W. Hood Ave. 541-549-0866 Helping books find great readers since 1992. Miss the feeling of a wonderful bookstore where the staff really loves books and can get you excited about items you can only get there? This is the place. Deep selection of books and specialities: outdoor guides, toys, puzzles, games and cards! paulinasprings.com
The Pony Express 160 S. Oak St. 541-549-1538 Big-town selection with small-town friendly service, offering office & art supplies, UPS & FedEx shipping, stationery & cards, mailbox rentals, computer usage & Wi-Fi, print & copy services, scan & fax services, packing services & supplies. Buy some big art while you’re in Sisters? No problem – they even build crates for shipping! sisterspony.com
Preston Thompson Guitars 352 E. Main Ave. 541-588-6211 Preston Thompson Guitars are chosen by the likes of Peter Rowan, Eric Bibb and some talented bluegrass flatpickers including Chris Luquette, Billy Strings and Jake Workman with Kentucky Thunder. If you would like a tour or to stop by (and play the guitar of your dreams) just give us a call first. pktguitars.com 56 | Discover Sisters Insider’s Guide
Shibui 720 Buckaroo Trail 541-549-6164 Take a deep relaxing breath and enjoy the beautiful tranquility of Shibui Spa. We offer massage, facials, body and Ayurvedic treatments. Come early and soak in the thermal hot tub and finish in our Swedish dry sauna. We have a treatment that will fit your every wellness need. shibuispa.com
Sisters Cascade 150 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-8591 A Sisters tradition (completely revamped by the new owner). Local and Pacific NW gifts, unique pet treats and toys, home furnishings, jewelry, kids, kitchen art and 21 flavors of delectable fudge.
Stitchin’ Post 311 W. Cascade Ave. 541-549-6061 Do you love to make exquisite, handmade items? Whether you are an expert or an explorer, we welcome you to come in and enjoy the most beautiful fabrics, yarns, local fibers, art supplies, and home goods available. stitchinpost.com
Sun Country Tours 541-382-6277 Part-day and all-day whitewater rafting trips on three beautiful Oregon rivers including the Deschutes, McKenzie and North Umpqua. River float tubing and stand up paddle boarding in Bend’s Old Mill District. A TripAdvisor Hall of Fame Award Winner! Book online at suncountrytours.com
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Events NOVEMBER 2017 Sisters Holiday Celebration & Parade Friday & Saturday, November 24 & 25 Tree Lighting ceremony, 5:30 p.m., Friday, November 24 at Fir Street Park. Christmas Parade Saturday, November 25 at 2 p.m. on Hood Avenue. Sisters Area Chamber, 541-549-0251, sisterscountry.com.
JUNE 2018 Extreme Bulls Wednesday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. Championship bull riding at the Sisters Rodeo grounds. Sisters Rodeo & Parade Friday-Sunday, June 8-10 78th year! Four performances sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association with a purse of over $100,000. Saturday 9:30 a.m. parade 58downtown and Sunday pancake breakfast, 7 to 11 a.m. at the Rodeo grounds. 541-5490121; 800-827-7522. sistersrodeo.com.
Sisters Art in the Park Saturday & Sunday, June 9 & 10 Arts & crafts, food, entertainment and fundraiser benefitting the Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Oregon. Creekside Park. Contact Richard Esterman at 541-420-0279 or centraloregonshows.com.
JULY Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show Saturday, July 14, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 43rd year of the largest outdoor quilt show in the country! Over 1,300 quilts will be on display. For a complete list of the 2018 Quilt Show events contact Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, 541-549-0989, sistersoutdoorquiltshow.org. Sisters Artist Marketplace Friday & Saturday, July 13 & 14 Arts & crafts, antiques, food and entertainment, and beer & wine garden. Downtown on Cascade Avenue. Contact Richard Esterman at 541-420-0279 or centraloregonshows.com.
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Sisters Glory Daze Car Show July, TBD Cruise through Sisters Saturday! All categories, makes and models, with vendors, music and awards. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Main Avenue. Sisters Park & Recreation District, 541-5492091, sistersrecreation.com. Sisters Arts & Crafts Festival & Sisters Antiques in the Park Saturday & Sunday, July 28 & 29 Arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles, food and entertainment and fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish® Foundation of Oregon. Held in honor of our Veterans, at Creekside Park. Contact Richard Esterman, at 541-420-0279 or centraloregonshows.com.
AUGUST Country Fair & Art Show Friday & Saturday, August 10 & 11 At The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, the juried Art Show runs Friday, 5 to 8 p.m., with Fair & Art Show Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Country store, cake walks, book sale, kids’ activities, famous marionberry cobbler & more! 541-549-7087. Sisters Wild West Show Saturday & Sunday, August 18 & 19 Celebrating the Old West with demonstrations, Native American and Western entertainment similar to the Buffalo Bill Old West Shows. Arts and crafts and food. Downtown on Oak Street. Contact Richard Esterman at 541-420-0279 or go to centraloregonshows.com.
SEPTEMBER Sisters Folk Festival Friday-Sunday, September 7-9 Celebration of American music from blues to bluegrass includes performances by top folk artists and musicians. Contact: 541-549-4979. Sponsor: Sisters Folk Festival, sistersfolkfestival.org. Sisters Fall Street Festival Saturday & Sunday, September 1 & 2 Arts, crafts, food and entertainment, beer and wine garden, plus a fundraiser for a local charity TBA. Located in downtown Sisters on Oak Street. Contact Richard Esterman at 541-420-0279 or centraloregonshows.com. Sisters Fresh Hop Festival Saturday, September 29 Noon to 8 p.m. at Village Green Park. Free and open to all; children are welcome. $15 pint mug includes five 4-oz. pours. Contact Three Creeks Brewing Co. at 541-549-1963 or sistersfreshhopfest.com.
OCTOBER Sisters Harvest Faire Saturday & Sunday, October 13 & 14 Over 175 juried vendors of handcrafted quality arts and crafts, plus food and entertainment on Main Avenue. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce, 541-549-0251, sisterscountry.com.
Events calendar is subject to change.
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Your Home Away From Home… Your family & friends will enjoy the comfort and space of a private vacation mountain cabin, custom home or mountain-view condo. Or, if you have a rental property, we provide property management as well. Call 541-977-9898 for friendly, personal service. WWW.SISTERSVACATION.COM
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Golfing Aspen Lakes | 18 holes | Par 72 Closest to Sisters is Aspen Lakes. There are spectacular views of the Cascade mountains throughout the course. Fairways are generous and the course is very playable by golfers of varying skill levels. The red cinder sand pits, the vibrant greens and spectacular mountain vistas make playing here a magnificent experience. Should be on your “must play” list! Tee times: 541-549-4653. Black Butte Ranch Big Meadow | 18 holes | Par 72 Black Butte Ranch, located eight miles west of Sisters, has two 18-hole golf courses. The Big Meadow Course has been completely renovated and has won critical acclaim for keeping true to its original design while being updated to modern standards. The stunning natural environment of The Ranch make this a special place to test your skills. The course is also home to Robert’s Pub, named for legendary course designer Robert Muir Graves. Black Butte Ranch Glaze Meadow | 18 holes | Par 72 For years, thousands of golfers have considered the Glaze Meadow Course to be the most iconic course in Central Oregon. When the course reopened in 2012 after an extensive $3.75 million renovation by architect John Fought, golfers were treated to an experience unlike anything else in Central Oregon. Featuring slightly elevated greens, square tee boxes and deep grass-faced bunkers, the new Glaze Meadow reflects the spirit of classic golf course design in a mountain setting. The course features meticulously groomed bluegrass-rye fairways, with gentle hills and hollows surrounding the bent grass greens. Tee times for both Black Butte Ranch courses may be made by calling 541-595-1500.
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Winter Trails The snow is falling. Time to curl up in a chair by the fire with a good book. Or not. Sisters Country offers just as much backcountry adventure in the winter as it does in the summertime — and there may be no better way to truly experience the wonders of our forests and mountains than on a pair of Nordic skis or snowshoes. You don’t have to be a hard-core adventurer to do it, either. When the snow falls deep, you can rent skis or snowshoes at Eurosports and tour around on the streets and in the woods right around town. Guests at Black Butte Ranch can enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing around the Big Meadow or Glaze Meadow golf course, on groomed trails with at least six inches of snow. The Ranch’s 17 miles of paved trails are another option. Cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals are available at the Glaze Meadow Rental Shop. Hoodoo offers 15.8 kilometers of groomed trails. The Nordic center has rental gear for conventional skiing and skating. Mt. Bachelor has 56 kilometers of Nordic skiing. About one mile from Hoodoo, Ray Benson Sno-Park offers a variety of trails for winter sports. Dog teams, skiers, snowmobilers, snowshoers and skijorers all enjoy this popular winter sno-park. A large shelter in the parking area has a wood-burning stove and the Forest Service stocks plenty of wood for winter visitors. Parks require sno-park permits (daily or seasonal), available at Hoodoo, Black Butte Ranch, Sisters Ace Hardware and Eurosports in Sisters. The North Loop Trail covers four miles through scenic forest. The South Loop Trail out of Benson Sno-Park leads to Brandenburg shelter and a six-mile scenic snowshoe or Continued on page 63
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cross-country trek. Those who are more adventurous, might want to head up Forest Service Road 16 (south on Elm Street, straight out of Sisters) and take advantage of the backcountry skiing in the area of Three Creek Lake. You can make easy loops of three miles or make more strenuous treks of 12 miles or so on a network of trails. Maps are available at the Sisters Ranger Station. Upper Three Creek Sno-Park features a nice warming hut. Road 16 is not plowed on a regular basis and at times access is limited to the Lower Three Creek Sno-Park. Portions of the road are steep, narrow, and may require tire chains or traction devices. When snow conditions prohibit road access to the Upper Three Creek Sno-Park, use the Lower Three Creek SnoPark that is on the east side of Forest Road 16, 9.5 miles south of Sisters. To access the trailheads ski up Road 16 for two miles to the green gate. A sno-park permit is required. Be sure to dress and prepare appropriately for any venture into the winter woods — no matter how short you intend it to be. Dress warmly and in layers so you can peel off and pile on as exertion and weather conditions require. Avoid cotton fabrics. Carry a map, compass, the means of starting an emergency warming fire, and a cell phone (but don’t count on access). Be prepared for emergencies and make sure you let someone know where you’re going and when you expect to return. Let that big snowfall entice you out of doors and into the woods. Then you can come back to that fire and that book.
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Come take advantage of our 14-acre resort setting, nestled adjacent to natural National Forest wilderness. Stroll on our many local trails, or enjoy outdoor activities with the family on our soft, expansive central lawn. After exploring local shops or Sisters-area natural wonders, cool off in our outdoor pool or melt any tension in the hot tub. For an indoor experience, indulge in one of our varying Pacific Northwest-themed Ponderosa or Aspen suites. Cozy up by the river-rock fireplace, soak in the private Jacuzzi spa or step into the walk-in rain shower. As always, you’ll receive a warm welcome from our fuzzy residents!
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