Skiing/Snowboarding Mt. Bachelor
Mt. Bachelor 6 hrs
Hit the slopes at the renowned Mt. Bachelor ski resort, a short drive away.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Continental
Languages
English
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-7)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Sunriver Resort
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% standard
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Oregon Berry Pie
Craft Beer
Smoked Salmon
Elk Burger
When to visit Sunriver
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan50
Cold, snowy
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Feb55
Cold, snowy
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Mar60
Cool, melting snow
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Apr65
Mild, spring blooms
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May75
Warm, sunny
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Jun85
Warm, dry, sunny
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Jul90
Hot, dry, sunny
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Aug90
Hot, dry, sunny
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Sept80
Mild, crisp, fall colors
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Oct70
Cool, changing leaves
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Nov60
Cold, chance snow
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Dec65
Cold, snowy
Things to do in Sunriver
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Golfing at Sunriver Resort
Sunriver Resort 4 hrs
Play a round on one of Sunriver's championship golf courses.
Exploring Lava Lands National Monument
Newberry National Volcanic Monument 2.5 hrs
Hike through ancient lava flows and climb a cinder cone for panoramic views.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Floating the Deschutes River
Deschutes River 3 hrs
Enjoy a leisurely float or paddle down the scenic Deschutes River.
Sunriver SHARC Aquatic Center
Sunriver Resort 3 hrs
Splash and play at the indoor and outdoor water park.
Best in the evening
1 place
Stargazing at the Observatory
Sunriver Resort 1.5 hrs
Discover the cosmos at the Oregon Observatory, one of the largest public observatories.
Any time of day
2 places
Biking the Sunriver Paths
Sunriver Resort 2 hrs
Explore miles of paved trails winding through the resort and nature.
Visiting the High Desert Museum
Bend (nearby) 3 hrs
Learn about the natural and cultural history of the high desert region.
Practical ratings
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Near Sunriver
Straight-line distance from the centre of Sunriver.
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