central oregon hikes: Hiking the Paulina Lake Loop: Hot Springs and Volcanic Views,
- 06/03/26 02:52 PM
Hiking the Paulina Lake Loop: Hot Springs, Volcanic Views, and One of Central Oregon's Best Lake Trails There are some hikes in Central Oregon that leave a lasting impression, and the loop around Paulina Lake is one of them.
Yesterday, we completed the 7-mile hike around Paulina Lake within the spectacular Newberry National Volcanic Monument. With only 207 feet of elevation gain, the trail is relatively easy by Central Oregon standards, but what it lacks in climbing it more than makes up for in scenery, geology, and unique features that simply don't exist anywhere else in the region.
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central oregon hikes: Hiking Todd Lake to Broken Top's No Name Lake in November 2025
- 11/18/25 03:57 PM
Why This Hike Tops the List If you're looking for a high-country hike near Bend that delivers big rewards, the Todd Lake to No Name Lake route is hard to beat. It's a staple for locals and a must-do for hikers visiting Central Oregon. Clear views, striking geology, and a turquoise lake tucked under Broken Top's cliffs—this trail earns every bit of its reputation.
Trailhead: What to Know Before You Go Todd Lake is the gateway to the high country and a gentle start to an otherwise rugged hike. Summer permits are required, and parking fills up early—no sense pretending luck will … (7 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Bend Premier Real Estate - November 2025 Newsletter
- 11/07/25 03:29 PM
What's in the November 2025 Bend Premier Newsletter?Our latest newsletter is geared with Thanksgiving in mind along with fall activities, a fall recipe, a fall hike, and Bend real estate trends.
A Cooler Fall Market Emerges for Bend Home Sales Cranberry Orange Bread Preparing Your Home for Thanksgiving: Cleaning and Decorating Tips Fall Adventure on the Peter Skene Ogden Trail Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Agent When You Sell
Original blog can be read at Bend Premier Real Estate's website.
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central oregon hikes: Hike to Carl Lake in Oregon's Mt. Jefferson Wilderness
- 10/03/25 12:55 PM
The Hike to Carl Lake is Little Known Many in Central Oregon know of the hike to Three Fingered Jack via Canyon Meadow. This trailhead to this hike is accessed from Jack Lake which is at the end of Forest Service Road 1234 in the Mt Jefferson Wilderness. Forest Service Road 1234 splits off Forest Service Road 1230 roughly two miles off paved Jack Lake Road. If instead of turning on 1234 to the Jack Lake Trailhead, people wanting a different experience can continue on 1230 for seven miles to reach the Cabot Lake (Carl Lake) trailhead (the last two miles of … (0 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Bend Premier Real Estate - August 2025 Newsletter
- 08/11/25 03:07 PM
What's in the August 2025 Bend Premier Newsletter? The August 2025 version of the monthly Bend Premier Real Estate newsletter has great articles on the following topics:
It is Taking Longer to Sell Bend Homes Gyro Smash Tacos Selling in Summer Versus Fall: What Changes and What Doesn't The Wildflowers Are Blooming at Canyon Meadow at Three Fingered Jack Home Price Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025
Original blog can be read at Bend Premier Real Estate's website.
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central oregon hikes: Hike to Collier Cone For a Rare View of Collier Glacier
- 07/29/25 01:57 PM
The Pacific Crest Trail Abuts Collier Cone It is estimated that hundreds of thousands of people hike sections of the Pacific Crest Trail each year, but only a few hundred succeed in completing the entire 2650 +- miles. In Central Oregon, the PCT runs next to the Cascade Mountains, with sections on the east side and other sections on the west side of the seven prominent peaks. Collier cone is next to North Sister with Collier Glacier lying in the saddle between North and Middle Sister abutted on the west by Little Brother. Over the years the glacier has been in … (6 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Clear Lake is an Easy Central Oregon Summer Hike
- 07/24/25 03:58 PM
For those looking for an easy summer hike in the Cascades, it is hard to beat Clear Lake. Better known as a great hike for fall color, it can be enjoyable to spend a few hours hiking the five plus mile loop around Clear Lake in the summer. It is during the warm summer months that many families drive to Clear Lake to enjoy the beautiful water with their rowboat, kayak, paddle board or other floating device; motorized vehicles are not permitted on the lake. While hiking the easy path, it can be fun to watch the young families fishing or paddling … (5 comments)
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central oregon hikes: At Browder Ridge the Flowers Are Blooming!
- 07/11/25 10:34 AM
The Wildflowers and Views Are Fabulous at Browder Ridge Iron Mountain remains one of the favored Central Oregon wildflower hikes that many people on both sides of the Cascades enjoy yearly. However, the lesser known and less traveled Browder Ridge offers even more wildflowers and views unseen from Iron Mountain. The easiest access to Browder Ridge Trail is near the Iron Mountain trailhead a few miles up paved forest service road 15.
In early July 2025, the wildflowers were blooming and the air was clear, providing outstanding views of multiple peaks of the Cascades. The hike from the trailhead off forest service road 15 climbs … (7 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Bend Premier Real Estate - July 2025 Newsletter
- 07/09/25 12:03 PM
What's in the July 2025 Bend Premier Newsletter? Its All About Price for Bend Home Sellers Beet Salad With Carrot, Quinoa & Spinach Creating a Kid-Friendly Backyard For Summer Fun The Bear Grass is Blooming at Patjens Lakes Loop Trail Why Your Home's Asking Price Matters More Today
Original Blog can be read at Bend Premier Real Estate's Website.
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central oregon hikes: Bend Premier Real Estate - May 2025 Newsletter
- 05/13/25 05:44 PM
What's in the May 2025 Bend Premier Newsletter?Our latest newsletter has some wonderful articles. Wondering what is up with Bend real estate market trends? How about information on a Central Oregon hike you can do today?
Bend Home Inventory Up With Closings Down Dutch Baby Pancake Outdoor Furniture Revival: How to Clean, Restore and Prep for Patio Season Alder Springs Hike in Central Oregon You Finally Have More Options for Your Move
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central oregon hikes: Lava Butte is a Quick Hike Near Bend Oregon
- 04/22/25 03:30 PM
Lava Butte is Located Just South of Bend Lava Butte is part of the Lava Lands Visitor Center which is the interpretive hub for Newberry Volcanic National Monument. Located just south of Bend on the west side of Highway 97, the Visitor Center is closed from the middle of October through the beginning of May. However, the parking lot remains open year round (snow permitting) for people who hike the 5.5 mile Sun-Lava paved path over the lava fields or hike the 3.3 mile round trip up Lava Butte. The road up Lava Butte is traveled by a shuttle during the summer, … (7 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Hike to Paulina Falls in the Winter for a Unique Experience
- 11/07/24 01:52 PM
Once the roads into the high Cascades have been closed for the winter, there are more limited hiking opportunities for Central Oregonians. However, one favorite hike is close to La Pine state park and on the road to Newberry Crater. This is the Peter Skene Ogden trail which follows Paulina Creek all the way to Paulina Lake. Hikers can take the trail as far as they wish, although during winters with heavy snow, it can be challenging and snow shoes would be recommended.
November 2, 2024 was scheduled to be cloudy, but dry. The lower elevations of Peter Skene Ogden Trail had patchy snow, but … (6 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Take an Oregon Cascade Mountain Hike this Fall
- 10/31/24 09:47 AM
Cascade Mountain Hikes in Fall Can Have Unexpected Weather Conditions Hiking in the Oregon Cascades in the fall can offer amazing experiences with stunning views, early snow, fall colors, and no need for forest passes. However, the weather can also change suddenly and hikers need to be prepared.
On October 26, 2024, the hike from Three Creeks Lake to Tam McArthur Rim began with low clouds covering the Cascades. The hike up from the trailhead (the sign was already covered for winter), to the rim experienced some wind, although much of the early part of the trail was in sheltered forest. Once … (3 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Bend Premier Real Estate - October 2024 Newsletter
- 10/09/24 01:16 PM
What's in the October 2024 Bend Premier Real Estate Newsletter? Our latest newsletter has some great articles on Central Oregon market trends, activities and more. Check it out!
Bend Home Sales Are Up Easy Cheeseburger Soup Fall Activities in Central Oregon Canyon Meadow Hike The Top Three Reasons Affordability is Improving .
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central oregon hikes: Black Crater Hike in Central Oregon is More About the Destination
- 08/15/24 10:55 AM
Black Crater Trailhead is Located off McKenzie Hwy 242 For those wanting a relatively short hike which provides for a lot of elevation gain, Black Crater is one of the best. Located off McKenzie Hwy 242, the hike is limited to the summer season when McKenzie Hwy opens each year. Unfortunately, the 2017 Milli fire burned a lot of the forest on McKenzie Hwy, and the lower slopes of Black Crater were impacted. In the seven years since the Milli fire, manzanita, certain grasses, some wildflowers, and young trees have begun to grow in the dead landscape, but it will take decades until … (6 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Hike Tam McArthur Rim to Broken Top for a Full Day in the Cascades
- 07/26/24 12:32 PM
Many people living or visiting in Central Oregon will take the drive outside of Sisters to Three Creek Lake to enjoy the quiet of this 28 acre shallow lake, fishing, boating, swimming or just relaxing around the shoreline. The campgrounds in this area are usually very busy during the summer and many people will come up daily to recreate in the area.
Besides the lake, many will take the 5.3 mile round trip hike (permit required) above the lake to Tam McArthur Rim, gaining over 1200 feet in elevation to reach the rim. Typically the views from this spot are clear from Broken Top and the … (3 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Browder Ridge is a Little Known Wildflower Hike
- 07/12/24 10:39 AM
Browder Ridge Has Outstanding Cascade And Wildflower Views The little known Browder Ridge hike is an alternative to the well known Iron Mountain hike many take during wildflower season. Iron Mountain is located off Hwy 20 near Tombstone Summit. The easiest access to Browder Ridge Trail is near the Iron Mountain trailhead a few miles up paved forest service road 15.
The first few miles of the hike are in forested old growth with a lot of shade; ferns, rhododendrons, and various shade-loving ground cover plants are evident in this section of the hike.
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central oregon hikes: Great Cascade Mountain Hike With a Surprise
- 07/08/24 08:12 AM
Maxwell Butte Is A 10 Mile Hike In The Willamette National Forest The 4th of July 2024 was a clear and beautiful day to hike in the forests of Oregon's Cascades. Despite a few mosquitoes in the early hours of the hike, the well marked trail to the top of Maxwell Butte was cleared of fallen trees and only had a few snow patches once the trek up the butte itself began. However, the walk through the woods was lovely with many shade-loving wildflowers blooming and no one else seen.
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central oregon hikes: Hike to Chush Falls Near Sisters Oregon for a Great Spring Experience
- 05/30/24 01:33 PM
Chush Falls Is Snow FreeOne of the earliest spring snow free hikes in Central Oregon's forests is the hike to Chush Falls. The trailhead is located off the road to Three Creeks Lake outside of Sisters several miles down a gravel road and then a short trek up a narrow dirt and rock road. The parking area is small so people wanting to hike the relatively short 2.2 miles to lower Chush Falls should plan on arriving early to get a parking space.
The trail starts in burned forest - the result of the 2017 Milli Fire. However, unlike the experience with … (5 comments)
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central oregon hikes: Bend Premier Real Estate - April 2024 Newsletter
- 04/09/24 11:52 AM
What's In The April 2024 Bend Premier Real Estate Newsletter? Bend Home Prices Up and Inventory Levels Down Minty Salsa Verde 7 Paint Colors to Decorate With This April Alder Springs is a Little Known Central Oregon Hike Top 5 Reasons to Hire an Agent
Original blog can be read at Bend Premier Real Estate's website.
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Hiking the Paulina Lake Loop: Hot Springs, Volcanic Views, and One of Central Oregon's Best Lake Trails There are some hikes in Central Oregon that leave a lasting impression, and the loop around Paulina Lake is one of them.
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