Local Area Guide: Things to do / Activities / Attractions

Central Oregon Vacation Homes is proud to feature properties in Sunriver, Bend, Tumalo and LaPine for all of your vacation needs. We are proud of all the area has to offer for restaurants, outdoor adventure, breweries, museums, parks, lakes, rivers, skiing and more! Whether you're here to experience the outdoors on your bike, grabbing your skiis to hit the slopes or simply want to relax in the quiet we've got what you need.

Visit Bend, Oregon and experience the magic of this community. Loaded with parks and recreation, easy access to hiking and mountain biking, float a tube in River Bend Park or take your dogs for a quick swim at the dog park! Featuring multiple downtown experiences including the famous Old Mill District for shopping, dining on the river, concerts, movie theaters and more! Our downtown is home to many attractions including record shops, quaint restaurants, cobbled streets the Deschutes Brewery  spas, coffee roasters and lots of boutique shops. Northwest Crossing is a small community in Bend with one of the largest farmers markets and is home to the famous Ocean Roll at the Sparrow Bakery.

Sunriver is one of the fastest growing vacation destinations in Central Oregon with it's access to the Deschutes River, hiking trails and just a short drive to the slopes at Mt Bachelor Ski Resort this town is sure to be on the top of your annual vacation getaway. Featuring a wonderful downtown that has coffee shops, grocery shopping, ice cream parlors, brew pubs and safe places for the kids to run around while you unwind. 

Tumalo is nestled in the heart of sunny Central Oregon, resting along Oregon's spectacular Deschutes River. With it's small town vibe you an relax and unwind at the brewery food cart situated on a sunny lawn. The town has small coffee shops, places to work out and plenty of access to the outdoors. With a 10-minute drive to downtown Bend you can partner your quiet getaway with all that Bend has to offer.

LaPine is situated among towering pines and boasting year-round outdoor recreational opportunities, La Pine is a jewel of Central Oregon. Great for those outdoor enthusiasts including mountain biking, hiking and long open roads for cyclists. 

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Dog Friendly Activities

Enjoy Central Oregon with your furry friends too! Bend was "Dog Town USA" in 2012 by Dog Fancy magazine, so you know that there is much to see and do with your furry loved ones. From Deschutes National Forest and BLM Lands as well as off-leash dog parks in the City of Bend, you will also find trails available to your and your pup on the Cascade Lakes Highway. Our rentals allow dogs. Oregon Dog Friendly Vacation, we have pet friendly cabins that have plenty of space for your pets to roam free https://www.bringfido.com/attraction/city/bend_or_us/

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Outdoor Activities

Central Oregon is an outdoor adventure playground with access to the Deschutes River, Mt Bachelor Ski Resort, Cascade Lakes, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing , cross country skiing, hiking, cycling, kayaking, canoeing, fly fishing and more!

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Places to Eat

Central Oregon will not disappoint in places to eat. Whether you`re coming off the slopes, a long hike or just having a relaxing weekend out there`s plenty to enjoy. With restaurants in all genres and budgets we have everything your vacation is looking for. Check out our restaurant guides for Bend, Sunriver, Tumalo and La Pine eating adventures!

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Shopping In Central Oregon

There`s lot`s to do in Central Oregon - including some of the best shopping around. We`ve got your mall favorites, outlets and boutique shopping needs covered. Visit the Old Mill District in Bend, Northwest Crossing, Sunriver Center, Downtown Tumalo and Old Town Bend for all your shopping needs

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Central Oregon Cabin Rentals

Central Oregon has a robust lineup of cozy cabin rentals that will suite all of your vacation dreams. Cozy up next to the fireplace, soak in the hot tub, hear the trickle of the river out your window or sip a cup of coffee lakeside. Bend Cabin Rentals Sunriver Cabin Rentals Tumalo Cabin Rentals LaPine Cabin Rentals

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