Central Oregon offers some of Oregon's best climate with an average of 300 clear days a year.

Visitors and locals alike find much to do in this region. In the winter, both downhill and cross-country skiing are very popular, as well as snowboarding and hiking. Fishing, hunting, golfing, rockclimbing and whitewater rafting can also be found in multiple spots in Central Oregon.

Events abound in Deschutes County, which is host to the Cascade Festival of Music, Cascade Children’s Festival, Sisters Rodeo, Sunriver Sunfest, and the Cascade Cycling Classic.

Central Oregon attractions include the Newberry National Volcanic Monument and Smith Rock State Park as well as countless shops, galleries and fine dining.