American Journeys
RV Travel Information
BEND
Camping
Events
Good Food
History
Museums
Shopping
Sites Close By
Sports/Golf
Tips for Travelers
For More Info
Return to State Index
Recommend this
site to your RVing friends
SIGHT SEEING
A trip to the Lava Butte and Lava Lands Visitor Center, 11
miles south of Bend on Hwy. 97, will give you an unbelievable
view of the Cascades. A visit here will also give you a chance
to see a slide show of the area's history, and wander interpretive
trails around the crater, over the lava flow, and through the
pine forest.
If you are a sucker for water falls and don't mind a little
walking, drive 4 miles past the Lava Lands Visitor Center along
a cinder road to the picnic area. Then walk downstream to your
right and cross the footbridge about 1 mile to Benham Falls.
After all this work, don't forget to bring your camera for some
spectacular pictures of untamed white water.
Another great way to see the area is to take the 87-mile Cascades
Lakes Highway. This highway loop gives you wonderful views of
Mt Bachelor, the Three Sisters, and Broken Top. Before you start
out, stop by the Bend Chamber of Commerce for a brochure explaining
the sites you'll see along the way.
To learn more about the history of the area, visit the Des
Chutes Historical Center, 129 NW Idaho, 541-389-1813. Here you
will see Native American artifacts, a pioneer school room, historic
photos, and exhibits on the timber industry. For something a
little unique follow Hwy. 97 north out of town about 9 miles,
turn left on 61st Street, and follow the signs to the Petersen
Rock Garden and Museum. Looking for a hobby, the late Mr. Peterson
spend 17 years creating a 40-acre park of miniature bridges,
towers, terraces, and buildings, each intricately made from rocks.
You'll also find a museum, small picnic area, lily pond, information
on rock hounding in the area, and peacocks to keep you company
during your visit.
If you would like to take a guided canoe trip. cave tour.
or explore a volcano, you need to hook up with the folks at Wanderlust Tours, 800-962-2862.
They also offer all kinds of other fun summer, winter and group
tours.
ADD YOUR EXPERIENCES
Copyright© 1998-2012 Wynmor Inc.
with all rights reserved.
American Journeys
Terms & Conditions of Use
|
|
|
A trip to the Lava Butte and Lava Lands Visitor Center, 11 miles south of Bend on Hwy. 97, will give you an unbelievable view of the Cascades. A visit here will also give you a chance to see a slide show of the area's history, and wander interpretive trails around the crater, over the lava flow, and through the pine forest. If you are a sucker for water falls and don't mind a little walking, drive 4 miles past the Lava Lands Visitor Center along a cinder road to the picnic area. Then walk downstream to your right and cross the footbridge about 1 mile to Benham Falls. After all this work, don't forget to bring your camera for some spectacular pictures of untamed white water. Another great way to see the area is to take the 87-mile Cascades Lakes Highway. This highway loop gives you wonderful views of Mt Bachelor, the Three Sisters, and Broken Top. Before you start out, stop by the Bend Chamber of Commerce for a brochure explaining the sites you'll see along the way. To learn more about the history of the area, visit the Des Chutes Historical Center, 129 NW Idaho, 541-389-1813. Here you will see Native American artifacts, a pioneer school room, historic photos, and exhibits on the timber industry. For something a little unique follow Hwy. 97 north out of town about 9 miles, turn left on 61st Street, and follow the signs to the Petersen Rock Garden and Museum. Looking for a hobby, the late Mr. Peterson spend 17 years creating a 40-acre park of miniature bridges, towers, terraces, and buildings, each intricately made from rocks. You'll also find a museum, small picnic area, lily pond, information on rock hounding in the area, and peacocks to keep you company during your visit. If you would like to take a guided canoe trip. cave tour. or explore a volcano, you need to hook up with the folks at Wanderlust Tours, 800-962-2862. They also offer all kinds of other fun summer, winter and group tours. |