La Pine, Oregon is your gateway to recreation year round. Tourists are attracted to the region by recreational activities that include hunting, fishing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, water skiing, wind surfing, backpacking, camping, golfing, mountain biking, white water rafting, spelunking, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, and snowmobiling. Many of the tourists become residents of Central Oregon and yet more invest in second homes.
The 1.6 million acre Deschutes National Forest, just a few miles from La Pine, includes Newberry National Volcanic Monument, the Lava Butte Geological Area and the Lava Cast Forest, Mt. Jefferson, Three Sisters, Diamond Peak and Mt Washington wilderness areas, Mt. Bachelor, and the Cascade Lakes region. Recreation activities include rafting, hiking, backpacking, skiing, spelunking, fishing, camping and picnicking. There are more than 158 lakes and reservoirs, over 100 campgrounds and over 240 miles of streams in the national forest. An 89 mile paved driving tour takes you past spectacular views of many mountain lakes and streams, as well as a view of the Three Sisters peaks.
La Pine State Park, located next to the Deschutes River, is the ideal spot for swimming, boating, picnicking, and hiking. Fly casting for brown and rainbow trout in the Deschutes River is also a favorite pasttime. The campground is the perfect home base for visiting attractions in the area, including the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. The park has 50 electrical sites and 95 trailer spaces. Hot showers and flush toilets are available to all campers in the utility building. Year round camping on an individual basis is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can be made for individual or group sites. The largest Ponderosa pine in Oregon, the "Big Tree" is located in the park. It is 191 feet high, and has a circumference of 326 inches.
Fascinating geology, excellent fishing, hiking and camping, panoramic scenic views and more are waiting for you at La Pine.
The over 50,000 acre Newberry National Volcanic Monument includes lava flows, hiking trails, lakes and a wide range of volcanic deposits and features. Paulina and East Lakes both have boat landings and great fishing for rainbow trout, kokanee salmon and brown trout.
There are campground facilities at both lakes. All developed sites include a fireplaces, toilets, picnic tables, drinking water and access to boat ramps. Each lake also has a full service resort, including showers, cabins, supplies and fishing assistance. Hikers can enjoy over 150 miles of trails in the monument, including a trail around Paulina Lake, and the Peter Skene Ogden Trail, which parallels Pauline Creek. Many of the trails are used by cross country skiiers and snowmobilers during the winter season.
Friday, November 18, 2005
Thursday, November 17, 2005
Details of the Area Around Sunriver
Located just south of the Sunriver area is a unique and diverse group of neighborhoods known as the "Three Rivers Area". The Little Deschutes, Big Deschutes and Fall Rivers meander through this scenic high mountain valley to create a setting of natural beauty among the native pine forests. Some neighborhoods in the Three Rivers area offer larger homesites and small acreage. Others are on the river, some with their own dock. A wide selection of architectural styles and price ranges are available.
Neighborhoods of the Three Rivers area include:
Deschutes River Recreation Homesites: Lots in this area average about ½ acre in size. Some properties are along the Deschutes River.
Fall River Estates: The scenic Fall River flows through the heart of this charming and scenic neighborhood.
Lazy River: A variety of parcel sizes, some border the Little Deschutes River.
Oregon Water Wonderland: Lots in this area average about ½ acre in size. This neighborhood has its own water and sewer district. Many properties border the Deschutes River and there are two community lots for river access and boat launching.
River Forest Acres: Scenic, wooded neighborhood along the banks of the Deschutes River.
River Meadows: This planned community has its own recreational facilities including pool, spa, tennis, and bike paths. Protective CC&R's. Water and sewer service to all lots. Some lots border the Deschutes River.
Spring River: Located just across the Deschutes River from Sunriver. Some lots have a view of the Spring River - a short and scenic waterway leading to the Deschutes.
Vandevert Ranch: Private, gated community on 400 acres. Protective CC&R's and design committee. Parcels average 2-3 acres in size.
Neighborhoods of the Three Rivers area include:
Deschutes River Recreation Homesites: Lots in this area average about ½ acre in size. Some properties are along the Deschutes River.
Fall River Estates: The scenic Fall River flows through the heart of this charming and scenic neighborhood.
Lazy River: A variety of parcel sizes, some border the Little Deschutes River.
Oregon Water Wonderland: Lots in this area average about ½ acre in size. This neighborhood has its own water and sewer district. Many properties border the Deschutes River and there are two community lots for river access and boat launching.
River Forest Acres: Scenic, wooded neighborhood along the banks of the Deschutes River.
River Meadows: This planned community has its own recreational facilities including pool, spa, tennis, and bike paths. Protective CC&R's. Water and sewer service to all lots. Some lots border the Deschutes River.
Spring River: Located just across the Deschutes River from Sunriver. Some lots have a view of the Spring River - a short and scenic waterway leading to the Deschutes.
Vandevert Ranch: Private, gated community on 400 acres. Protective CC&R's and design committee. Parcels average 2-3 acres in size.
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Sunriver Real Estate and the Area
Welcome to the best place to explore the unique and exciting real estate ownership opportunities that Central Oregon offers. Vacation homes in the Sunriver resort community, a pioneer lot in Caldera Springs, a family home in historic downtown Bend or one of the many new subdivisions, a luxury home on the fairways in the gated community of Crosswater or the beautiful setting of Vandevert Ranch, Thesa Chambers is your source for information and proven experience in the Central Oregon real estate market.
This unique region boasts one of the most desirable climates and diverse recreational environments in the country. In addition to world-class skiing, golf, fishing, hiking, rafting, mountain biking, rock climbing and dozens of other activities, it also offers a diverse and flourishing real estate market.
Sunriver is located about 15 miles south of the City of Bend, in sunny Central Oregon. Sunriver boasts an average of 263 days of sunshine and less than 20 inches of precipitation annually. The community covers over 3,300 acres with over 1800 residents. Sunriver has been named "Tree City USA" for the past 17 years, a testament to the community's dedication to preserving the environment.Recreational opportunities abound—from all types of winter sports at Mt. Bachelor just 20 miles away, to summer fun—golfing, hiking, biking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, tennis, the list goes on and on. And don't forget cultural activities such as the annual Sunriver Music Festival, in addition to events hosted by Sunriver Resort such as the Jazz Trax Christmas Concert. Learn about local wildlife and plants at the High Desert Museum.Sunriver offers convenient shopping, a community churches, civic organizations, a post office, airport, public school and a business park. St. Charles Medical Center, a full-service medical facility and trauma center, is located in nearby Bend.
This unique region boasts one of the most desirable climates and diverse recreational environments in the country. In addition to world-class skiing, golf, fishing, hiking, rafting, mountain biking, rock climbing and dozens of other activities, it also offers a diverse and flourishing real estate market.
Sunriver is located about 15 miles south of the City of Bend, in sunny Central Oregon. Sunriver boasts an average of 263 days of sunshine and less than 20 inches of precipitation annually. The community covers over 3,300 acres with over 1800 residents. Sunriver has been named "Tree City USA" for the past 17 years, a testament to the community's dedication to preserving the environment.Recreational opportunities abound—from all types of winter sports at Mt. Bachelor just 20 miles away, to summer fun—golfing, hiking, biking, canoeing, whitewater rafting, tennis, the list goes on and on. And don't forget cultural activities such as the annual Sunriver Music Festival, in addition to events hosted by Sunriver Resort such as the Jazz Trax Christmas Concert. Learn about local wildlife and plants at the High Desert Museum.Sunriver offers convenient shopping, a community churches, civic organizations, a post office, airport, public school and a business park. St. Charles Medical Center, a full-service medical facility and trauma center, is located in nearby Bend.
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