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  • Oregon nordic skiing

    Nordic Skiing

    Each winter, our Central Oregon landscape transforms into a snowy playground. Take a quick trip to one of the many sno-parks and trailheads that pepper our slice of Cascade Mountain Range. Find groomed Nordic trails at Hoodoo for endless hours of smooth striding and gliding.

  • Fish jumping up stream

    Fish Hatchery

    Just 6 miles from the Lodge is Wizard Falls Hatchery, where rainbow trout, Kokanee salmon, spring Chinook and summer steelhead are raised. See the fish in different stages of development, and bring your quarters to feed the fish in the settling pond. Group tours are available with a reservation. The river here is a spectacular icy turquoise. Be sure to stroll one of the riverside trails.

  • hiking near bend

    Hiking

    Just out the steps of your cabin lie several trails that wind beneath our property’s majestic tamaracks, firs and pines. Wander the path all the way to the banks of the Metolius River. Beyond our campus, discover miles upon miles of trails to hike or bike in the Deschutes National Forest and Mount Jefferson Wilderness.

  • woman snowshoeing

    Snowshoeing

    Experience the quiet beauty of Central Oregon on snowshoe. Ask our staff for trail recommendations!

  • Oregon horse trails

    Horseback Riding

    Lake Creek Lodge is surrounded by some of the best horseback riding trails in Oregon. Whether you ride the Metolius Windigo, Green Ridge or any of the other amazing equestrian trails, you are sure to have a memorable adventure.

    Explore Local Horse Trails

  • tennis and pickleball courts

    Sport Courts & Lawn Games

    Quintessential to any camp experience is a casual pick-up game with friends, old and new. Hit a few balls or shoot some hoops on our tennis, pickleball or basketball courts. We have all the equipment. All you need to bring is your game. Prefer diversions at a slower pace? Try badminton, corn hole, croquet, horseshoe or one of our other lawn games.

  • heated pool

    Heated Pool & Hot Tub

    Come on in. The water’s nice. Memorial Day through Labor Day, the pool is open. And it’s heated. Swim a few laps, then chill out on one of our cozy lounge chairs. If that’s not relaxing enough for you, there are two hammocks ready to lull you into a peaceful snooze.
    You can now enjoy our year round hot tub located near the pool. Don’t forget to bring your bathing suit so you can soak your cares away!

  • walking ponderosa forest

    Lake Creek Trail

    Pick up Lake Creek Trail less than a mile north of the Lodge. Walk, mountain bike or run the 8.8-mile out-and-back trail in reverse. Beautiful Suttle Lake makes the perfect pit stop at the halfway point. Find restrooms and the lodge and Boathouse restaurant there as well. The route is quiet and considered fairly easy—perfect for a soundscape walk and birdwatching.