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Would you like to visit a secret travel haven that offers 320 days of sunshine a year?

Welcome to Redmond, Oregon!

A high desert city located in the heart of the state. Home to alpine lakes, sparkling rivers, snowy mountains, sagebrush plains and a rock-climber`s paradise.

Outdoor activities offer something for everyone. Golf. Horseback riding. Water sports such as paddle boarding, jet & water skiing and whitewater rafting. Rock climbing. Camping. Mountain biking. Jogging, walking, hiking, or even explore caves.

Slow the pace with a picnic by the bluffs. Attend free outdoor concerts. See a car show. Watch your kids play at the water park.

Escape to the magic of the fresh mountain air.

Take a look at the beauty that is Redmond. 

1. Smith Rock State Park

World-renown sport climbing mecca offers over 1,500 climbing routes. A challenge for every level ranging from beginner to the best sport climbs in the world. Hike or bike through miles of trails. Set up a picnic under the stars. Camp out. Breathtaking is the word.

2. Redmond Caves

A group of five caves formed by volcanic flows of molten lava. Native Americans used these caves over 6,000 years ago. Once designated as fallout shelters for an atomic attack, volcanic eruptions or earthquakes. Bring a flashlight.

3. Deschutes River

America’s most productive trout waters. Established as world-renown for fly-fishing. Also popular for river rafting and kayaking. 

4. Car Shows

The “Spring Fling Car Show” starts the season. “Tiger Run GTO’s” in May. “Hagemeister Annual Cruise In” in June. “Central Oregon Street Rods Car Show” in July. “Drifter Harvest Car Show” in August. Lastly the “High Desert Swap Meet” in September. 

5. Juniper Golf Club

Best New Courses of 2006. Best Places to Play 2008-2009. Best Municipal Golf Course in the State of Oregon 2010 from Golf Digest.

6. Canyon Trail

The flat, 3.7 miles of paved pathway lined with groves of juniper trees as it winds through picturesque rock cliffs. Ideal for a walk, jog, or bike ride.

7. Suttle Lake

Recreation site includes three campgrounds with ninety-six campsites on the south shore of the lake. Activities include swimming, boating, canoeing, kayaking, wakeboarding and water skiing. Trails nearby the lake for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

8. Kid`s Fun

• Centennial Splash Park water fun with Café, covered tables, benches, open lawns and a walking path.
• BMX Park built for every level of rider. 
• Ice Skating Rink opens during the winter season 7 days a week.
• Skate Park constructed with the only full-on snake run in Oregon.

9. Antique District

Vintage treasures found in specialty boutiques and antique shops. Take a stroll down 6th Street and along Evergreen Avenue. Visit near a dozen antique stores filled with old world finery and vintage home décor.

10. Music on the Green

Free outdoor concerts held at Sam Johnson Park starting Wednesday, June 24th and continuing every other Wednesday through September 2nd. Listen to country, folk, bluegrass, 1950s music through cover songs of the present.


Explore the ten fun things to do in Redmond for your next travel destination. If you decide to visit the city for an extended period of time, store your valuables at a self-service storage facility.

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Address: 3925 SW 25th Pl Suite 1, Redmond, OR 97756
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About the Author...
Chuck G. is a freelance blogger and celebrity interviewer based in Southern California. She`s quite the geek who likes to play arcade games and writes/produces short films. You may follow her on Twitter @chuckgwriter.