Jessica & Tyler
Things To Do
Visit the Last Blockbuster Store
The Blockbuster video rental store in Bend, Oregon, soared to international fame when it became the last such franchise on Earth two years ago.
Hike Tumalo Falls
Tumalo Falls is a 97-foot (30 m) waterfall on Tumalo Creek, in the Cascade Range west of Bend in the U.S. state of Oregon. Additional waterfalls are upstream along Tumalo Creek and a tributary, Bridge Creek and its Bridge Creek Falls. All of these falls are within the Deschutes National Forest. Tumalo Falls Trail leads from the picnic area to a viewing platform above Tumalo Falls, about 0.25 miles (0.40 km) upstream. The trail continues beyond the falls. About 1.25 miles (2.01 km) further upstream, it reaches a second waterfall, Middle Tumalo Falls, a two-tiered cascade totaling 65 feet (20 m) in height.
Shop the Village at Sunriver Resort
The Village features exceptional dining, boutique shopping, groceries, seasonal sports rentals- this is your go to when staying in Sunriver for a quick bike ride from your rental property! Make sure to check out Brewed Awakenings for your morning coffee, Cafe Sinatra for the BEST Bloody Marys, and Sunriver Brewing for an afternoon beer!
Hike Benham Falls (Right in Sunriver!)
Benham Falls are rapids of the Deschutes River located between Sunriver and Bend, Oregon, United States. With a pitch of 22.5°, they are rated Class 5 for watercraft, and are the largest falls on the upper Deschutes
Oregon Observatory
Oregon Observatory is an astronomical observatory operated by the not-for-profit Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory in Sunriver, Oregon, United States, near Sunriver Resort. As of 2011, the observatory had eleven telescopes, and by 2013, it had twenty-three telescopes with thirteen of them 10 inches (25 cm) or more. In July 2012, the observatory was renamed the Oregon Observatory at Sunriver
Shop Old Mill District
Historic mill buildings turned outdoor retail mall with shops, restaurants & a riverside trail!
Lava Rock Fields and Cave
Lava River Cave, part of the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, offers self-guided exploration of a mile-long lava tube. The Cave was one of the first lava tubes to be discovered in Oregon and is the longest one in the state. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to tour the entire cave (~2.2 miles roundtrip). Initial access descends 55 stairs to a combination of flat boardwalk, uneven surfaces and stairways.
McMenamins Old St. Francis School
The Old St. Francis School, conveniently located in downtown Bend, was transformed from 1936 Catholic schoolhouse to, in 2004, a hotel complete with classrooms-turned-lodging rooms, a pub, brewery, a movie theater, private meeting/event space, live music bookings, and a fantastic soaking pool that beckons day travelers, shoppers, hikers, skiers and outdoor adventurers alike.
Visit One of Bend's 22 Breweries!
Bend is well known for it's small town feel, but nationwide known craft breweries. Take a Bend Ale Tour or visit one of our favorites: Deschutes Brewery!
Float or Paddle the Deschutes River
There is no better way to experience the magic of Sunriver, Oregon than spending the day on the Deschutes River. The marina shop carries all your boating and water fun supplies to canoe, kayak, paddle board or raft the river.
Shop Downtown Bend
With unique boutiques, 5-star lodging, award-winning restaurants, state of the art spa services, and a plethora of entertainment & events, Downtown Bend offers memorable experiences for everyone.
Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort
Mt. Bachelor is a ski resort located in Central Oregon, approximately 22 miles west of Bend. The ski area is on the northern side of Mount Bachelor, a stratovolcano rising atop a volcanic shield in the Cascade Range. It is the largest ski resort by more than 1,000 acres in Oregon, the second largest single-mountain ski resort in the U.S., behind Vail, and the sixth largest of all ski resorts in the nation. During the summer you can go hiking, whitewater rafting, zip lining, and Tyler and I's favorite- take the chairlift up for a scenic sunset dinner at the top of the mountain that's worth EVERY PENNY!
High Desert Museum
The High Desert Museum is located near Bend, Oregon, United States. Opened in 1982, it brings regional wildlife, culture, art and natural resources together to promote an understanding of natural and cultural heritage of North America's high desert country.