10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Central Oregon That You Shouldn't Miss

March 7, 2022 Milan Banda

Discover the best top things to do in Central Oregon, United States including Cog Wild Mountain Bike Tours, Wanderlust Tours, Smith Rock State Park, Ouzel Outfitters - Oregon & Idaho Rafting, Sahalie and Koosah Falls, Oregon Observatory at Sunriver, Seventh Mountain River Company, The Bend Tour Company, Brasada Trails, Deschutes River.
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1. Cog Wild Mountain Bike Tours

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5.0 based on 761 reviews

Cog Wild Mountain Bike Tours

Cog Wild Bicycle Tours & Shuttles is the only local mountain bike tour company in Central Oregon. We offer one day tours, shuttles and multi-day mountain bike vacations. We are your local resource for the trails including local favorites and help in planning your trip to Central Oregon. Contact us today to get the locals perspective on 200+ miles of single track right outside of town.

2. Wanderlust Tours

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5.0 based on 679 reviews

Wanderlust Tours

Wanderlust Tours offers half-day guided tours and trips throughout the year in the Bend, Oregon region. All tours are lead by our award-winning naturalist guides. We have specialized in outdoor tours, Bend brewery tours, outdoor activities, and things to do in Bend Oregon since 1993.

3. Smith Rock State Park

Highway 97 9 Mi. North, Redmond, OR 97760-9721 +1 800-551-6949 http://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm
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5.0 based on 1,086 reviews

Smith Rock State Park

Reviewed By wonderland62 - Hillsboro, United States

I don't know what is more impressive - views of nature or watching rock climbers scale cliff walls! Bring water and you can have your pick of different trails (difficulty scale is accurate).

4. Ouzel Outfitters - Oregon & Idaho Rafting

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Ouzel Outfitters - Oregon & Idaho Rafting

Ouzel Outfitters offers you the opportunity for less "screen time" and more "green time". Join us with your family or friends for one of a wide variety of whitewater rafting adventures in Oregon or Idaho. From half-day whitewater "fixes" to week-long wilderness adventures, we're bound to have the right trip for you. Choose from (Oregon) Rogue, Deschutes, McKenzie, North Umpqua, John Day, Owyhee (Idaho) Lower Salmon.

5. Sahalie and Koosah Falls

Highway 126, Sisters, OR 97759 http://www.oregon.com/recreation/sahalie-falls
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Sahalie and Koosah Falls

Reviewed By AnitaH489 - Lodi, United States

We have vacationed in the Sisters area a couple times over the recent years and included this hike on our itineraries. Our friends actually hired a limosine the first time we went there as we were all on bicycles and without cars. We went back this summer because it's close to Sisters, it's an easy hike for a rest day off the bike and the scenery and falls are beautiful.

6. Oregon Observatory at Sunriver

57245 River Road, Sunriver, OR 97707 +1 541-598-4406 http://OregonObservatory.org
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Oregon Observatory at Sunriver

There’s no better place! The local elevation, pitch dark surrounding and crystal clear air make it perfect for star gazing. You won’t be lining up for one telescope. The Oregon Observatory is the largest astronomical viewing facility in the United States. Feast your eyes on far away galaxies. Recognize the rings of Saturn and the moons of Jupiter. Witness a meteor shower. Get a glimpse of globular clusters, nebula and deep space binary stars.

Reviewed By chrissieb433

This was such an interesting tour to do. The stars are amazing and being able to see different galaxies and the rings of Saturn were a highlight for me. The staff were so knowledgeable and quickly set up different telescopes so we could see various planets etc. This was a real highlight.

7. Seventh Mountain River Company

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Seventh Mountain River Company

Our main attraction is whitewater rafting on the Upper Deschutes through Big Eddy rapids. This trip is approximately 90 minutes round trip with an hour spent floating and navigating the rapids of Big Eddy! In 3 miles you will encounter two class 1, two class 2 and five class 3 rapids! This trip is suitable for all skill levels from age 6 and up. We take photos in the class 3 section and are available for purchase as a memento of your trip. We also offer Stand Up Paddle Board tours which explore the calm waters of the Upper Deschutes River. These guided tours are a great way to learn about the geology while seeing places that are not frequently traveled. In the winter season the resort property is transformed into a winter wonderland that features an ice skating rink that is open to the public.

8. The Bend Tour Company

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The Bend Tour Company

We’re Bend’s “One-Stop-Shop” for exhilarating Adventures and Entertaining Sightseeing and Brewery Tours including you drive ATV Experiences, open-air eCruiser Cars, Escape Rooms, Walking Tours, Photo Tours and Workshops and much much more! Discover how Bend and Central Oregon morphed over the years into a world renowned recreation and vacation destination. Our entertaining and informative tours highlight the great history, sights, attractions, shopping, dining and more. Treat your taste buds to delicious craft beer tastings as our incredible brewery tours along the famous Bend Ale Trail. Our Cascade Sunset Spectacular tours are just SPECTACULAR! Art in public places.And our ATV tours provide access to our playground to everyone, regardless of time or physical ability. The Bend Tour Company... There is more to Bend and Central Oregon then just king, rafting and skiing. See and experience it with us!

9. Brasada Trails

16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd, Powell Butte, OR 97753-1700 +1 855-318-4960 [email protected] http://www.brasada.com/equestrian.php
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Brasada Trails

Brasada Trails is home to some of Bend Oregon's best horseback riding. Our trusty troop of Mustangs, Draft-Cross and Western Pleasure horses come complete with instruction for all ages and abilities in indoor and outdoor arenas as well as trail riding experiences over 900 acres within the resort and thousands more on adjoining lands. Customize your trail ride and take a private lesson.

Reviewed By SeattleDoc2010 - Seattle, United States

Great range ride for beginners, with an entertaining wrangler, wonderful views, and beautiful horses.

10. Deschutes River

970 SE Reed Market Rd, Bend, OR 97702-2225 +1 541-241-6263 http://www.bendkayakschool.com
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Deschutes River

Reviewed By jonc588 - Las Vegas, United States

Wide open park and river space (was there during beer fest!)...float down the river, surf on rapids and miles of walkways, with plenty of restaurants, pubs, shops and other distractions. Everyone seemed to have a great time...as did we!

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