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Central Oregon for All Seasons From Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort

Waterfall tumbling over a cliff.

Tumalo Falls near Bend, Oregon. The falls is a sheer drop of 97 feet--the biggest on Tumalo Creek. The area surrounding the falls is managed by the U.S. Forest Service and features a day-use area and trail heads for trails into the Cascade Mountains.

Nestled at the base of the Cascade Mountain Range is Central Oregon’s No. 1 rated Good Sam Park: Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort (Bend/Sisters). Situated between Bend and Sisters in Oregon, Bend/Sisters is in a prime location to enjoy all Central Oregon has to offer. Not only is the resort in an ideal location, but this full-hookup RV resort has something for your whole family with an on-site fishing pond stocked with rainbow trout, playground, miniature golf, horseshoes, and heated pool and spa. However, if you would like to spend your days at Bend/Sisters, with Central Oregon as your “backyard,” there are a variety of options at your doorstep.

Central Oregon is one of North America’s most seductive places. Its limitless landscape seems at odds with itself — going from jagged, rock-ribbed deserts of the Oregon Badlands to luscious, dense mountain forests of the Three Sisters Wilderness in just a matter of minutes. Now skyrocketing in popularity, it is the go-to hub for a diverse group of folks. The countless things to do in Central Oregon is no longer a well-kept secret, as this seasonal travel destination is primed for excitement.

Mount Bachelor reflected in Sparks Lake as seen from a meadow near Bend.

In summer, it entices hikers, cyclists, kayakers, rock-climbers, and more. In winter, the powdery snow ensures days of traversing the mountain slopes. Spring and fall offer no shortage of markets, festivals, and lively outings, thus making Bend/Sisters and Central Oregon the foremost location for 365 days of activities.

Outdoor adventures are well within reach of Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort. For the hiking enthusiast, one can tackle the Broken Top trail or Black Butte, whilst the moderate to easy seeking hiker would look to Smith Rock (also the rock-climbing hub) or the Metolius River Trail. Road cyclists can take the Three Sisters Scenic Byway, and mountain bikers can look to Bend’s boasted 500+ miles of single-track. Those looking for watery adventures have the local Suttle Lake and the 14 different Cascade Lakes. Many may rather a relaxing float along the Deschutes River through the Old Mill District in hopes of catching a summer concert. In the winter, hit the slopes at Mt Bachelor or Hoodoo Ski Resort, where winter sport partakers can also snowshoe, ice skate, and tube.

View of Crooked River from Misery Ridge in Smith Rock Park. Getty Images

After a long day full of excitement, Central Oregon again rises to the occasion. Boasting one brewery for every 4,500 people, Bend has plenty to offer the craft brew enthusiast. With great beer comes a delicious assortment of food options! From fine dining creations like Ariana or mouthwatering street tacos at El Sancho, Central Oregon is ready to serve your family a delicious variety of good food and good times!

No matter what you seek to find, your adventure in Central Oregon is sure to be one you will wish to experience again and again. Your family will see why Bend/Sisters Garden RV Resort and our fellow Oregonians love living here in “Quelah” (the beautiful valley) and why we love sharing its beauty with all who come through our doors.

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