BEND VACATION RENTALS, OREGON

Mt Bachelor sits on the national forest land featuring some great free cross country skiing and is considered to be a classic point in the Three Sisters area of Cascade Range. The regular sloping sides of the mountain make for a great skiing experience. The Deschutes National Forest has five cross country ski areas in the vicinity of Mount Bachelor. If you want to skirt the edge of the Three Sisters Wilderness Area, and maybe even head into it, the Three Creek Lake area to the north offers additional loops, including an expert loop out to the lake. For beginners there are intermediate trails around Bend like the Edison Butte, Skyliner, Swampy Lakes and Vista Butte, all lying within 10 to 15 miles of easy distance from each other.

Experience the adrenaline rush as you skillfully navigate your raft through the wild rapids of the Deschutes River. Emerald waters, hot springs, old ranch sites from yester years, and one of the deepest canyons in the world, combine to form an unparalleled setting for a wilderness whitewater rafting journey through the Idaho Rocky Mountains. Deschutes Whitewater Services, Imperial River Company and Ouzel Outfitters are some of the companies providing a wide range of guided trips on the Deschutes River.

Besides the Deschutes River, you can also enjoy white water rafting trips on the McKenzie River and Rogue River.