Fall gravel cycling can be a tad tricky: where exactly does the snow start and end? Rather than taking chances in Bend, here’s a better idea: head to the Maupin, Dufur, Tygh Valley area and enjoy the lower elevation. Locals say the daily temps are 5 to 15 degrees warmer than the rest of the region. While […]
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Off the Beaten Path Adventures
Check out these adventures to beat the crowds on your next trip. Eastbound: Glass Buttes Southbound: Century Drive Gravel Pond Westbound: Stahlman Point Northbound: White River Falls State Park
Northbound: White River Falls State Park
For those looking to explore north of Bend, this magical waterfall hike just east of Tygh Valley along Highway 216 is ideal. It’s especially good for those who love to sightsee, but aren’t down for a longer trek. The park is just two hours north of Bend, making it close enough for a day trip. Although […]
Graham Fire Nearing Containment
Lightning strikes that came with thunderstorms that rattled windows and dropped hail and heavy rains June 20 ignited three fires in Central Oregon. The Graham Fire, first reported June 21 near the town of Culver, burned nearly 2,200 acres and was 85 percent contained as of June 26, according to the Central Oregon Fire Information. […]

