Follow our recommended day planner to maximize your vacation time in the winter wonderland we call Sunriver!

Day 1: POWDER RUNS
You’re never too old or too young to play in the snow!

Start the chilly Central Oregon morning off right with a warm latte or hot chocolate along with fresh baked pasteries, donuts and breads from Hot Lava Baking Company located in the Sunriver Village Mall. Their donuts are the largest you've ever seen! Delicious breads are baked daily and they have a delightful selection of homemade desserts and deli sandwiches. **Sunset Perks

Mt. Bachelor has 71 runs, 3600+ ski-able acres with an average snowfall of 370 inches and boasts the driest powder in all of the Northwest. Skiing, boarding, tubing and groomed cross country trails are available from mid-November through Memorial weekend. **Sunset Perks

Sled the “Sledder’s Hill” in Sunriver near the community church or head directly east of Sunriver (across highway 97, down the gravel road. 4WD recommended) to more sledding & snow play locations

Catch snowflakes on your tongue, bone up on the art of making snow angels, skate hand-in-hand at the Village Mall ice rink to familiar tunes, guzzle hot cocoa—or hot totties--by the fire while playing a game of cards…it’s winter in Sunriver and there are endless possibilities for winter fun outside or in!

DAY 2: SHOE AWAY
Strap on a pair of snowshoes and find your way to all sorts of interesting places.

Wanderlust Tours offers guided snowshoe adventures for the entire family through serene wooded forests. There’s even an opportunity to race your brother or sister down a snow covered slope and see who falls first! **Sunset Perks

Snowshoe on your own—take off at any of the area snow park trails like Water Tower Loop

Shoe the rim of Crater Lake National Park. The bright blue lake against the white snow view is absolutely amazing—a must see sight.

DAY 3: TAKE A HIKE
These areas remain snow-free most of the winter, so they’re ideal activities when you’ve had it just about up to here with snow.

GPS Eco Challenges by Wanderlust Tours offer small or large groups an adventure on the sage and grass-covered land of the High Desert while you find your way from point to point through fun clues with your GPS (global positioning system) skills. Search through forest, rock outcrops, and cool caves – all under the backdrop of the mountain vistas.Your treasure awaits you at the end – a Wanderlust Tours gift for all! GPS provided. **Sunset Perks

Pilot Butte Park in Bend offers a panoramic view from the top! You can walk up the trail or the paved road. This is a nice, quick walk to end or start your day and watch the sun set or rise.

Smith Rock State Park has easy-going trails to very difficult make-your-legs-wobbly and sore trails to explore on a cool winter day. The sun is usually shining at Smith Rock!

Fort Rock area is great for exploring. The huge circular rock formation is a must-see and you can’t forget to visit the Hole-in-the-Ground, which was often mistaken for a meteor crater. The Hole is 1 mile across and 425 feet deep!

With all the hiking you've done, you will have worked up quite an appetite. Make reservations to get some of the best Sushi in Central Oregon. Sushimotos Asian Bistro, Wine and Cocktail Bar have had Bend residents and visitors making the drive to Sunriver for their scrumptous asian cusine. This place is popular--reservations recommended 541.593.2200 **Sunset Perks

DAY 4: FULL SPEED AHEAD
Warm up with some adrenaline-pumping activities!

First warm up your tummy with a hearty breakfast burrito and a latte from the Base Camp Grill, located on the way to Mt. Bachelor just a few minutes from Sunriver. They serve burgers and all the rest of the typical grill grub, along with an extensive selection of beer and wine. Try the Souvlaki with the traditional greek tzatziki sauce--a one of chef Andre's specialities. Grab your "survival pack" for your day on the snow--a specialty to-go boxed lunch. Open 7-days a week at 7am (541) 593-8868.

Experience the thrill of a sled dog ride with Oregon Trail of Dreams. A team of professional racing pups will take you on an exhilerating ride from Mt. Bachelor’s Sunrise Lodge.

Switch to a horse-powered sled with rentals or guided tours with Central Oregon Adventures, or bring your own! The Deschutes National Forest has over 560 miles of groomed trails. Start your engines at the Wanoga or Dutchman Flat sno-parks! **Sunset Perks

Thousands of miles of trails are accessible throughout the area for motorcycle and ATV riding. Steer away from snow pack by heading north and northeast of Sunriver. East of Bend—and some areas off China Hat Rd.— Redmond, or Prineville areas offer the driest terrain. Central Oregon Adventures has ATV rentals and tours available. **Sunset Perks

DAY 5: DOWN UNDER
No matter what the weather is like outside, a cave stays the same temperature—and dry—year-round. Try spelunking!

Skeleton, Boyd and Wind Caves are located east of Bend, off China Hat Road. They range from easy walking to more difficult. Sturdy shoes, warm clothing (40 degree temps) and lanterns are a must. Pick-up a map from the Forest Service office of Bend. Most of the roads to caves are not marked.

Not crazy about going into a cave on your own? Take a guided trip with Wanderlust Tours. They take you to the obscure caves, provide all equipment and a knowledgeable, fascinating guide and offer pick-up/drop-off service at select locations. Recommended for all age groups. **Sunset Perks

** Please respect the bats by observing cave closed signs

DAY 6: THE ART OF SHOPPING
Spend a day a day in bliss by meandering into hundreds of fine art galleries, museums and, best of all, shops!

Sunriver Village Mall & The Sunriver Resort Lodge for some unique finds to bring back to friends and family.

Visit Signature Imports for clothing, jewelry, furniture, home decor, toys and more from all over the world hand made by artisans in such countries and continents as Asia, Africa, Mexico, India, Indonesia, etc.  None of their items are mass produced or made in sweat shops and factories. All of the items are personally bought from the store's owner from the crafters or artists themselves. **Sunset Perks

Bend Factory Stores offer over 20 outlet and specialty shops like Nike, Eddie Bauer & more Don’t forget to get your chocolate fix at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory **Sunset Perks

The Shops at the Old Mill – over 40 shops and restaurants. Catch a flick at the Old Mill 10! Don’t forget to take the kids to the Working Wonders children’s museum upstairs.

Downtown Bend – stroll along Bond and Wall Streets for shops and galleries galore. Don’t miss the First Friday Artwalks. Sip and stroll on every first Friday of the month when the downtown galleries open their doors late to provide wine and light refreshments to all art-loving guests.

Visit the High Desert Museum and get face-to-face with a bobcat, golden eagle, or an otter. Take a stroll through life-size dioramas of the 1800s settlement of the West & more. **Sunset Perks

Warm up with a swanky cocktail at the Bend Distillery’s Martini Bar and Sampling Room. Their small batch fresh ingredient distillery is refreshing, along with the view of Mirror Pond from their

DAY 7: SADDLE UP
Get a taste of the Old West

Take a stroll through life-size dioramas of the 1800s settlement of the West & more at the High Desrt Museum **Sunset Perks

Giddy up with a horseback ride at Sunriver Stables which is open year-round. You can opt for traditional horseback or pony rides, or a sleigh ride during the winter months

Cowboy Dinner Tree is open year-round, located 50 miles from Sunriver, but well worth the ride. A hearty steak chuck wagon dinner with all the fixings, including beverage and desert, for only $20.75 (kids 6 & under eat free!). Pre and post-dinner entertainment includes wagon rides and lasso practice on a wooden calf. Advanced reservations required (people come from all over the world—really!), no credit cards accepted (cash only), and no electricity.

Dare to go for a ride on the 1800's western theme train—the Crooked River Dinner Train—where featured characters from the wild west, like the infamous Jesse James, may hold you up during dinner or Sunday brunch. Spot deer, cattle and cowboys on this 3 hour journey through the beautiful Crooked River Valley. Murder Mystery Train ride available, too!