Have a Snow Day

ENJOY SOME OF THE DRIEST POWDER IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST.

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, 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. e 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.

MT. BACHELOR

Mt. Bachelor is one of the premier ski resorts in the world, and the training grounds for many Olympic hopefuls and medal winners. e mountain features downhill skiing, snowboarding, telemark and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, tubing and more. e resort o ers 3,683 acres of terrain, 3,365 feet of vertical drop and 71 runs, ranging from double black diamonds to easy green runs for rst timers. Learn more about options and events at www. mtbachelor.com. (Redmond is only a 50-minute drive to the nearest chairlift).

HOODOO

Hoodoo o ers 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 Dutchman Flat Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling, Dogsledding 30 mi east of Prineville on US 26 Ochoco National Forest 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

Ochoco Divide Snowmobiling Santiam Sno-Park Sledding/Snow Play Skyliner Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing

18 mi west of Bend on Century Drive, at junction of Hwy 45 and Hwy 46, turn left and travel roughly 1/4 mi 30.5 mi east of Prineville on US 26 Ochoco National Forest 40.1 miles west of Redmond on US-126 W then US-20 W 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 ree Creeks Cross Country Skiing, Showshoeing, Snowmobiling 10.5 miles south of Sister on ree Creek Lake Road. Deschutes National Forest

Vista Butte Cross Country Skiing Virginia Meissner Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing Wanoga Snowshoeing, Cross Country Skiing, Snowmobiling, Dog Sledding, Sledding/Snow Play 18 mi west of Bend on Century Drive. Deschutes National Forest 12 mi west of Bend on Century Drive. Deschutes National Forest 15.5 mi west of Bend on Century Drive Deschutes National Forest