Kris's Guidebook
Activities
Hiking, water activities, relaxing out doors
This a great lake for motorized boat activities or a nice hike around the lake. It is only 25 minutes up Santiam from Sisters.
30 locals recommend
Suttle Lake
This a great lake for motorized boat activities or a nice hike around the lake. It is only 25 minutes up Santiam from Sisters.
Three Creeks is my favorite near by lake! No motorized boats on this lake. Take the beach chairs provided in the studio and relax by the lake or for more adventure kayak, fish, paddleboard, or hike Tam Mcarthur. So many options with gorgeous surroundings.
16 locals recommend
Three Creek Lake
Three Creeks is my favorite near by lake! No motorized boats on this lake. Take the beach chairs provided in the studio and relax by the lake or for more adventure kayak, fish, paddleboard, or hike Tam Mcarthur. So many options with gorgeous surroundings.
This is the Deschutes river portion that runs next to the Old Mill out door mall, LesSchwab Ampatheater and beautiful down river homes. Our family loves to float this river every summer! It's a fun relaxing float to people and house watch. You can complete it in a little less than 2 hours or meander for longer. Sometime if there is an early evening concert and it is above 90° out we'll float and listen to music. There is a fun rapid section too! I have seen many larg bruises on people coming out of the Rapids, BUT you can make without a scratch, I've done it! Stay to the middle of the rapids and lift your bottom up so it doesn't hit any high boulders and you should be good, I hope....
OR just get out before the rapids and walk on the trail aside them.
47 locals recommend
Riverbend Dog Park
799 SW Columbia StThis is the Deschutes river portion that runs next to the Old Mill out door mall, LesSchwab Ampatheater and beautiful down river homes. Our family loves to float this river every summer! It's a fun relaxing float to people and house watch. You can complete it in a little less than 2 hours or meander for longer. Sometime if there is an early evening concert and it is above 90° out we'll float and listen to music. There is a fun rapid section too! I have seen many larg bruises on people coming out of the Rapids, BUT you can make without a scratch, I've done it! Stay to the middle of the rapids and lift your bottom up so it doesn't hit any high boulders and you should be good, I hope....
OR just get out before the rapids and walk on the trail aside them.
Peterson ridge Moutain Bike Trails
221-227 E Tyee DrAwesome mountain bike and running trails!
Smith Rock's is gorgeous! A must see even if you don't have whole day to hike or rock climb. There are all levels from a flattish hike along the river to hiking to the top of the rocks. There are also tons or rock climbing opportunities.
469 locals recommend
Smith Rock State Park
Smith Rock's is gorgeous! A must see even if you don't have whole day to hike or rock climb. There are all levels from a flattish hike along the river to hiking to the top of the rocks. There are also tons or rock climbing opportunities.
Sightseeing
Nature at its best! Amazing lava fields for miles that make you feel like your on the moon.
32 locals recommend
Dee Wright Observatory
Old McKenzie HighwayNature at its best! Amazing lava fields for miles that make you feel like your on the moon.
Sightseeing
High Desert Museum
59800 US-97Relaxing
Need to relax? This is the place will do it! The second you walk in the door the aroma therapy and soothing stream water sound from the ornate water feature immediately puts me at ease. My husband and I have had many massages and attended the best week long detox retreat here. Check out their website for a list of services, you won't be disappointed.
8 locals recommend
Shibui Spa
720 S Buckaroo TrailNeed to relax? This is the place will do it! The second you walk in the door the aroma therapy and soothing stream water sound from the ornate water feature immediately puts me at ease. My husband and I have had many massages and attended the best week long detox retreat here. Check out their website for a list of services, you won't be disappointed.
Food Scene
Love this spot! We frequent here year around, but summer and fall sitting out on their patio with music, wine and the best beat salad ever is my favorite!
46 locals recommend
The Open Door
303 W Hood AveLove this spot! We frequent here year around, but summer and fall sitting out on their patio with music, wine and the best beat salad ever is my favorite!
Food Scene
My husband and I really enjoy relaxing and enjoying a nice dinner in their lounge/bar area. There filet mignon is delicious! You could up opt for a more upscale intimate dinner inside the restaurant where you will probably need reservations.
12 locals recommend
Chops Bistro
370 E Cascade AveMy husband and I really enjoy relaxing and enjoying a nice dinner in their lounge/bar area. There filet mignon is delicious! You could up opt for a more upscale intimate dinner inside the restaurant where you will probably need reservations.
Food Scene
Best cocktails in Sisters! I like to enjoy some libations every now and then and have a hard time choosing between the Cadillac Margarita, Sangria, or the best home made pinata colada I have ever had, and I try them everywhere I travel.
14 locals recommend
Rancho Viejo
150 E Cascade AveBest cocktails in Sisters! I like to enjoy some libations every now and then and have a hard time choosing between the Cadillac Margarita, Sangria, or the best home made pinata colada I have ever had, and I try them everywhere I travel.