WINTER ADVENTURES
E N J O Y S O M E O F T H E D R I E S T P O W D E R I N T H E P A C I F I C N O R T H W E S T. Around here, many people live for winter recreation. Fortunately, Redmond is just a hop, skip and epic trail away from some of the best winter fun in the West. From September to November, the temperature varies from a high of 75°F to a low of 26°F, so early-season winter adventures will generally be enjoyed in the higher elevations of the Cascades. From December to February, however,
M T. B A C H E L O R
winter spreads throughout the High Desert. Expect comfortable, outdoorfriendly temperatures from highs that can often reach the 40s to lows that dip into the 20s and teens — although the mercury occasionally drops below zero. The mostly dry climate in our region provides an abundance of beautiful sunny skies, while you enjoy snowshoeing, skiing, or any other activity in the snow.
HOODOO
Mt. Bachelor is one of the premier ski resorts in the world, and the training grounds for many Olympic hopefuls and medal winners. The mountain features downhill skiing, snowboarding, telemark and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing and more. The resort offers 3,683 acres of terrain, 3,365 feet of vertical drop and 71 runs, ranging from double black diamonds to easy green runs for first timers. Learn more about options and events at www. mtbachelor.com. (Redmond is only a 50-minute drive to the nearest chairlift).
Hoodoo offers more than 1,100 feet of vertical ski runs to challenge all levels. Five chair lifts service 30 runs, and you should try night skiing for a truly memorable experience! One of the many highlights of Hoodoo is the Autobahn Tube Area located at the base of Hayrick Butte. Hoodoo provides the tubes, the tow, and the runs. Learn more at www.hoodoo.com. (40 minutes away).
SNOW PARKS PARK
ACTIVITIES
DIRECTIONS
Bandit Springs
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
30 mi east of Prineville on US 26 Ochoco National Forest
Dutchman Flat
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling, Dogsledding
21 mi west of Bend on Century Drive. Deschutes National Forest
Edison Butte
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling
4 mi west of Bend on Century Drive on Sun River Road. Deschutes National Forest
Kapka
Snowmobiling
18 mi west of Bend on Century Drive, at junction of Hwy 45 and Hwy 46, turn left and travel roughly 1/4 mi
Ochoco Divide
Snowmobiling
30.5 mi east of Prineville on US 26 Ochoco National Forest
Santiam Sno-Park
Sledding/Snow Play
40.1 miles west of Redmond on US-126 W then US-20 W
Skyliner
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
10 mi west on Skyliners Road (county road 4601). Deschutes National Forest
Sled Hill/Marks Creek Sledding/Snow Play
28 mi east of Prineville on US 26 Ochoco National Forest
6 Mile - Paulina Lake
Cross Country Skiing, Showshoeing, Snowmobiling
24 miles south of Bend on Hwy 97, then 6 miles east on Newberry Crater Road (county road 21). Deschutes National Forest
Swampy Lake
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
16 mi west of Bend on Century Drive. Deschutes National Forest
10 Mile - East Lake
Cross Country Skiing, Showshoeing, Snowmobiling
24 miles south of Bend on Hwy 97, then 10 miles east on Newberry Crater Road (county road 21). Deschutes National Forest
Three Creeks
Cross Country Skiing, Showshoeing, Snowmobiling
10.5 miles south of Sister on Three Creek Lake Road. Deschutes National Forest
Vista Butte
Cross Country Skiing
18 mi west of Bend on Century Drive. Deschutes National Forest
Virginia Meissner
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing
12 mi west of Bend on Century Drive. Deschutes National Forest
Wanoga
Snowshoeing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Dog Sledding, Sledding/Snow Play
15.5 mi west of Bend on Century Drive Deschutes National Forest
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
LET IT SNOW
