Wedding Week Activities & Things to Do

White Water Rafting | Bend

Whitewater rafting trips make outstanding family adventures. The McKenzie River is widely regarded as the finest river-running experience in the region. With a steady plunge down the mountains, the river creates continual excitement for rafters. The Deschutes River has also long been a popular destination, offering adventures suitable for a family outing and thrilling trips with exciting rapids. Kelsey & Patrick Fun Fact: We went white water rafting together when we spent time on the Ranch in the summer of 2020!

Axe-Throwing at Unofficial Logging Co. | Bend

Axe-throwing, constantly rotating selections of craft beer, delicious food, and a beautiful and convenient location right downtown -- you are guaranteed to have a good time here! Kelsey and Patrick's Fun Fact: Kelsey has a scary good throw and can hit the bulls-eye.

Clay Shooting | Redmond Rod & Gun Club

The "Twisted Tree" Sporting Clays shooting range in Central Oregon is the high desert experience you have been waiting for with 16 stations and over 40 target presentations all well placed within sage brush, juniper trees and mossy lava rock. Sporting Clays shooting range stations offer multiple machines to provide a fun, high desert shooting experience where you can observe multiple targets and shoot various combinations of clay birds and presentations.

Vector Volcano Classic Arcade | Bend

A fun arcade and beer bar in downtown Bend - about a 40 minute drive from the Ranch. Kelsey and Patrick's Suggestion: We highly suggesting competing in pin ball over a couple drinks! A favorite pastime of ours during the colder months.

Sisters Movie House

Four-screen theater with various films, including indie selections, plus a cafe with draft beer. Kelsey & Patrick's Suggestion: The movie house is next door to Three Creek Brewing so stop by before/after for a drink! The movie house also serves food, beer & wine along with some of the best popcorn.

Hike | Suttle Lake Trail

This flat 3.6 mile trail loop winds along the forested shore of Suttle Lake. From BBR: take Hwy 20 west 5 miles to the entrance of the Suttle Lake Campgrounds. The trail may be accessed from several points, including Cinder Beach near Suttle Lake Resort. Kelsey & Patrick's Suggestion: Stop at Suttle Lodge after for a drink at the Boathouse!

Hike | Black Butte Mountain

Hike BBR’s namesake in this 3.6 mile, 1,556 foot climb. Views of Cascade peaks and BBR await at the summit. ROUTE: From BBR: drive east on Hwy 20 to Indian Ford Campground, near MP 95. Turn north onto paved Green Ridge Road 11. After 3.8 miles, turn left onto gravel Road 1110 for 5.1 miles to a parking area at the road’s end. Kelsey & Patrick's Suggestion: Grab to-go sandwiches from the General Store at Black Butte to eat at the summit and take in the view!

Hike | Proxy Falls

Located west of Sisters in the Cascades, Proxy Falls is a two-veiled falls flowing from one stream — a gorgeous spectacle in the green Willamette National Forest. A 1.5-mile loop accesses the falls from the old McKenzie Highway.

Boss Rambler Beer Club | Bend

An eclectic beer-shop offering constantly changing beers and ciders on tap. All ages are welcome! Kelsey and Patrick Fun Fact: We love the creativity of their beer labels and can't resist ordering the popcorn!

Cascade Street Distillery & Wild Roots Tasting | Sisters

Three Creeks Brewery | Sisters

Local brewery located in Sisters serving crisp beers, seltzers, and pub fare. Located next to Five Pine Lodge and Sisters Movie house!

Sisters Coffee Company

Need a caffeine fix and some grab-and-go food? Look no further! Located in town, Sister's Coffee is a longtime staple and our favorite place to grab breakfast! Kelsey & Patrick's Suggestion: Great breakfast burrito and specialty coffee -- all syrups are homemade! This is a must-stop if you're passing through town.

Sisters Bakery

This is our favorite bakery in town. We can never visit without many stops here - come early for freshly baked pastries and the best pies! Kelsey & Patrick's Suggestion: Our favorite pie is the marionberry - you can call ahead to pre-order! We also never leave here without getting the scones. So good!

Black Butte Ranch | Horseback Trail Riding

Grab your boots and saddle up for a horseback ride at the Black Butte Stables! Professional wranglers from Black Butte Stables have been leading trail rides at the Ranch for over 20 years. Join the guides and their gentle, trail-wise horses for a classic trail ride and explore the forested trails of Central Oregon. Guided rides are available for guests 7 years of age and older, year round. All experience levels are welcome. Black Butte Stables is located just inside the entrance to the Ranch, behind the General Store.

Black Butte Ranch | Golfing

With two award-winning golf courses and a new putting course situated at the foot of the Cascades, Black Butte Ranch is a golfer’s paradise. Sculpted, emerald fairways, stunning mountain views, and 300 days of sunshine per year make every day a great day to tee off.

The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin | Bend

A swanky cocktail bar in downtown Bend with a cool atmosphere and wide collection of vinyl! Stop in for a bite to eat and enjoy one of their many great libations.

Black Butte Ranch | Lakeside Bistro

The Lakeside Bistro is the ideal spot to take in the morning majesty of the mountains and lake while sipping coffee and nibbling on a fresh house-made pastry. Stop by for lunch or dinner to grab a pizza, fresh salad or sandwich. And as the sun sets, raise a glass to a day well spent with a local brew from the outdoor bar. The Lakeside project recently won three awards for the Sustainable Forestry Initiative. The Lakeside Bistro is open for carry-out and inside dining. Kelsey & Patrick's Suggestion: The chicken on a stick is amazing (just trust us!), the onion rings are to die for, and the ranch dressing here is next level. If you're in the mood for a cocktail Patrick swears by the floating margarita with Wild Roots!

Black Butte Ranch | General Store

As the only general store on the ranch it offers a wide selection of favorite food, growler refills, wine, local products and curated gifts. They also have ice cream cones, deli sandwiches to go and dinner boxes to go during the holidays!

Black Butte Ranch | The Spa

Inspired by the beauty and revitalizing energy of the Cascade Mountains, the Spa at Black Butte Ranch is the perfect spot to unwind after a full day of play. From massages and facials to body treatments and nail treatments, our signature spa experiences are designed to leave you feeling relaxed, restored and ready for whatever the next day brings. Please call at least one day in advance to schedule your appointment.

Explore Black Butte Ranch

Located on 1,800 acres, there are a wealth of activities to enjoy within the Black Butte Ranch Property. Below are a few suggestions to add to your list to enhance your Black Butte Ranch experience: Paulina Springs: Paulina Springs bubbles out of the ground in a tranquil, wooded area. Accessing it from the boardwalk is a treat. Kelsey grew up playing in this spring. Nature Trail: Walk along Phalarope Lake from the Lodge to Big Meadow. You may catch a glimpse of a Rainbow trout, an osprey or bald eagle flying overhead, or even an otter playing in the quiet waters. Big Meadow Bench: Off the nature trail, there’s a plank bench that is a great place to sit and soak in the views, day or night. Stroll Through the Aspen Grove: The Aspen grove near the entrance to the Ranch provides a gentle sound of the leaves rustling that is instantly calming. You may even catch a view of the horses galloping in the meadow.

Wild Rose Northern Thai Eats | Bend

Family-run local favorite offering regional specialties from Northern Thailand in a lively, warm atmosphere. Located in downtown Bend - a ~40 minute drive from the Ranch! A great casual place to sit-down and enjoy some Thai.

Miyagi Ramen | Bend

Located in Bend Miyagi is a Patch family favorite for ramen - we never miss eating here at least once when we're in town. If ramen isn't your thing they also offer yakitori skewers, rice bowls, and stuffed steam buns!

Bos Taurus | Bend

Located in Bench, Bos Taurus is a industrial-designed modern steakhouse. At Bos Taurus you can pick from fresh and dry-aged steaks from the best ranches in the country. They are not only particular about their meat, they're particular about how you cut it, coming to the table with a box of knives so diners can choose a light one made with Samurai blades or heavy burlwood with blue steel. A must-try if you're looking for a nice night out!

Sen Thai Noodles & Hot Pot | Bend

From the same team behind Wild Rose, Sen is located along the river and offers Thai hot pot and other noodle soups and dishes. Sen offers onsite dining including a warm-weather outside patio overlooking Mirror Pond! Kelsey and Patrick's Suggestion: If you can, sit on the patio! Great noodles, cocktails, and a view - what else could you want on a sunny summer day? P.S. Book ahead if you want to try the Hot Pot!

Black Butte Ranch | Robert's Pub

Whether you just played a round of golf or just want a casual place to grab a drink after mini-putt, Roger's Pub is your place!

900 Wall | Bend

Located in Bend, 900 Wall is an American new restaurant located inside a historic, two-story brick building in the center of downtown. There menu has a bit of everything so it's a crowd pleasing choice and always a treat! Kelsey and Patrick's Suggestion: Get the spicy passion fruit martini - its a favorite!

Smith Rock Records | Bend

Looking to pick up some records while you're here? This is Kelsey's favorite record store located in downtown Bend. Kelsey's Suggestion: My best buy was finding a $2 Abba record here one summer - definitely check it out for some good finds!

5 Fusion & Sushi Bar | Bend

5 Fushion is a sleek, modern space with high ceilings serving Asian fusion plates, sushi & cocktails. This is Kelsey and Patrick's favorite sushi-fix in Bend!

Deschutes Brewery Bend Public House

A favorite brewery in our household, Deschutes has been a fixture of the downtown Bend, Oregon scene since 1988. With 19 taps, the beer-centric menu has a beer for whatever your feeling with great food too! Kelsey and Patrick's Suggestion: Try the Fresh Squeezed IPA - a summer favorite and best on tap straight from the source!