Things To Do In Central Oregon

Elk Lake is a high-elevation lake in the Deschutes National Forest, located about 32 miles southwest of Bend and along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway. With 405 acres of water surface, 5.1 kilometers of shoreline, and an elevation of 3,000 feet above sea level, it’s a well-known and popular destination for swimming, fishing, boating, windsurfing, […]

The Nordic Center offers something for everyone – miles of groomed trails for classic and skate style skiing, packed and signed snowshoe trails, a wide variety of instructional clinics to choose from, full rental service, and an onsite retail store. You can plan all your winter activities from the website with pre-purchased trail passes, lessons, […]

With a chairlift ride at Mt. Bachelor, everyone on your trip can enjoy breathtaking views of the Cascade Mountains and nearby alpine lakes while making their way to an outdoor adventure. The journey begins at 6,300 feet from the West Village base area and climbs to Pine Marten Lodge at 7,775 feet. Here’s everything you […]

Mt. Bachelor is not just for skiing and snowboarding. Head to the mountain this summer for a gravity-defying adventure over 13 miles of downhill trails at Mt. Bachelor Bike Park.  Bike Park Info  The Mt. Bachelor Bike Park is Oregon’s premiere lift-served mountain bike park that features a combination of a hand-built single track and […]

Experience Mt. Bachelor like never before with an exhilarating zip line ride on the Northwest’s fastest, steepest, and highest-elevation zip adventure. This scenic, dual-line, three-stage tour begins above the tree line at the top of Pine Marten lift at an elevation of 7,800 feet and drops nearly 1,4000 feet. Get ready to soar this summer!  Zip […]

There is nothing better on a hot summer day in Central Oregon than taking an exhilarating ride down the Deschutes River. This blog post is all about Sunriver white water rafting, so whether you are looking for a family-friendly adventure, or a thrilling excursion through intense rapids, the Deschutes River has something to offer everyone. […]

Nothing says summer in Central Oregon like floating down the Deschutes River or dipping a paddle in an alpine lake. Booking a stay at Mt Bachelor Resort by Meredith Lodging will put you within easy access to endless water pursuits. Take a look at some of our favorite ways to get out on the water […]

Ready to kick off the summer, and enjoy an action-packed three-day weekend? Meredith Lodging has you covered with an impressive selection of Central Oregon vacation rentals – from riverfront homes to cozy cabins to spacious homes for large gatherings.   Check out our list of family-friendly outdoor activities to enjoy this Memorial Day weekend:  Don’t Miss […]

Best Outdoor Winter Activities Near Mt. Bachelor Village Resort in Bend It is no surprise locals and visitors alike head to Central Oregon for winter fun! There is something for everyone from world-class skiing, sledding, and tubing, snowshoeing, ice skating, to scenic hiking and mountain biking trails. Book your family winter getaway? Mt Bachelor Village […]

Central Oregon holds a lot of amazing and beautiful recreation locations, but one that is often overlooked is the Newberry Caldera Recreational Park just south of Sunriver. The Newberry Caldera is actually the largest volcano in the Cascade Volcanic Arc, and is about the size of Rhode Island. When it erupted 1,300 years ago, it […]

It’s getting to be that time of year again in Central Oregon! As the mountain peaks start turning white with snow, this ski town wakes up each morning with anticipation. Winter is coming! If you are not from this area and you are a skier or boarder, then experiencing Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort is a […]

Central Oregon is home to some of the best weather in Oregon!  That said, a little rain must fall every once in a while. If you are spending stormy days with kiddos, having a plan is key.  Meredith Lodging has rounded up our shortlist of favorite rainy day activities for kids in Central Oregon – […]

September still feels like Summer in Central Oregon.  Now is a great time to plan a getaway and soak up those sunny skies (and temps still in the 70’s!) before Fall truly arrives. We’ve gathered up some of our can’t miss events for the month of September.  When you stay with Meredith Lodging in one […]

There is nothing quite like the beauty of the Fall color show to make you truly appreciate the gorgeous natural surroundings of Central Oregon.  Nestled in between Summer’s last sunny gasp and the first true snowfall, watching the woods come alive in yellow, reds and oranges is one of the best things about Autumn in […]