Barb’s Guidebook - Ochoco Reservoir Area
Sightseeing
*Top Recommendation - One of the Seven Wonders of Oregon.
Beautiful Views. Hiking. Great place for photos. About an Hour's Drive East.
The hills are distinguished by varied stripes of red, tan, orange, white and black. The Painted Hills Unit also contains a diverse assemblage of leaf fossils aging 39-30 million years old called the Bridge Creek Flora, and a small outcropping of rock containing animal fossils from 30-27 million years ago.
Five walking/hiking trails available ranging in length from 0.25 miles to 1.3 miles and has a shaded picnic area. The yellows, golds, blacks, and reds of the Painted Hills are beautiful at all times of the day, but are best lit for photography in the late afternoon.
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Painted Hills
37375 Bear Creek Road*Top Recommendation - One of the Seven Wonders of Oregon.
Beautiful Views. Hiking. Great place for photos. About an Hour's Drive East.
The hills are distinguished by varied stripes of red, tan, orange, white and black. The Painted Hills Unit also contains a diverse assemblage of leaf fossils aging 39-30 million years old called the Bridge Creek Flora, and a small outcropping of rock containing animal fossils from 30-27 million years ago.
Five walking/hiking trails available ranging in length from 0.25 miles to 1.3 miles and has a shaded picnic area. The yellows, golds, blacks, and reds of the Painted Hills are beautiful at all times of the day, but are best lit for photography in the late afternoon.
Scenic Drive. Just south of Prineville it is a beautiful winding drive with breathtaking views. It is peaceful and beautiful. The river winds and flows through the canyon and the hillsides cut by glaciers are amazing. This area is just beautiful and should be seen by everyone who enjoys the outdoors and scenic drives.
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Crooked River
Scenic Drive. Just south of Prineville it is a beautiful winding drive with breathtaking views. It is peaceful and beautiful. The river winds and flows through the canyon and the hillsides cut by glaciers are amazing. This area is just beautiful and should be seen by everyone who enjoys the outdoors and scenic drives.
Beautiful view of the City of Prineville. Nice last stop and final photo on the way out of town.
Ochoco View Point
Northeast Viewpoint DriveBeautiful view of the City of Prineville. Nice last stop and final photo on the way out of town.
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is a U.S. national monument located in east-central Oregon, an hour and 14 minute drive from the home. Located within the John Day River basin and managed by the National Park Service, the park is known for its well-preserved layers of fossil plants and mammals that lived in the region between the late Eocene, about 45 million years ago, and the late Miocene, about 5 million years ago. The monument consists of three geographically separate units: Sheep Rock, Painted Hills, and Clarno.
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John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
32651 OR-19John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is a U.S. national monument located in east-central Oregon, an hour and 14 minute drive from the home. Located within the John Day River basin and managed by the National Park Service, the park is known for its well-preserved layers of fossil plants and mammals that lived in the region between the late Eocene, about 45 million years ago, and the late Miocene, about 5 million years ago. The monument consists of three geographically separate units: Sheep Rock, Painted Hills, and Clarno.
Golf
Set on the beautiful desert highlands in sunny Prineville, sparkling blue ponds, rock-rimmed buttes and green meadows and is seen as you enter Prineville from the West. Meadow Lakes features a championship course, a beautiful clubhouse, and a friendly staff eager to make your round of golf an extraordinary experience.
Meadow Lakes has been featured in the USA Golf Journal and is one of the first-ever recipients of Golf Digest’s National Environmental Leaders Award. Recently, the Bend Bulletin called Meadow Lakes “one of Central Oregon’s best golf values.” Meadow Lakes has also been rated as a top-3 municipal course in the state of Oregon. Often open year-round.
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Meadow Lakes Golf Course
300 SW Meadow Lakes DrSet on the beautiful desert highlands in sunny Prineville, sparkling blue ponds, rock-rimmed buttes and green meadows and is seen as you enter Prineville from the West. Meadow Lakes features a championship course, a beautiful clubhouse, and a friendly staff eager to make your round of golf an extraordinary experience.
Meadow Lakes has been featured in the USA Golf Journal and is one of the first-ever recipients of Golf Digest’s National Environmental Leaders Award. Recently, the Bend Bulletin called Meadow Lakes “one of Central Oregon’s best golf values.” Meadow Lakes has also been rated as a top-3 municipal course in the state of Oregon. Often open year-round.
Closest proximity. Prineville Golf Club has been open since 1949. It is private 9 hole golf course between Ochoco Reservoir and Prineville. It has a great facility that is open to the public for parties, tournaments, meetings, dinners and other festivities.
Prineville Golf Club
7120 N E Ochoco HwyClosest proximity. Prineville Golf Club has been open since 1949. It is private 9 hole golf course between Ochoco Reservoir and Prineville. It has a great facility that is open to the public for parties, tournaments, meetings, dinners and other festivities.
Museums
Small museum, located in the town of Prineville. New permanent exhibits tell Crook County’s story – from local Native Americans to homesteaders; from farming and ranching, to logging and Les Schwab’s story.
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Bowman Museum
246 N Main StSmall museum, located in the town of Prineville. New permanent exhibits tell Crook County’s story – from local Native Americans to homesteaders; from farming and ranching, to logging and Les Schwab’s story.
Hikes
*Top Recommendation - One of the Seven Wonders of Oregon.
About 35 minute drive West. Day use is open year round.
Offers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and events such as weddings.
Some of the best hiking around with amazing views. Variety of trails from easy to challenging, great for families, has incredible rock formations including the Monkey Head.
Known for some of the best rock climbing around. While rock climbing you will enjoy scenic views of deep river canyons. There are several thousand different rock climbs in the park. More than a thousand are bolted routes.
There is also offer miles of mountain biking trails.
Along your trip through the canyon, you might see golden eagles, prairie falcons, mule deer, river otter and beaver.
Weddings groups of no more than 50 people can reserve the North Point Amphitheater space by calling the park office. For other events please contact the Park Manager or Park Ranger to see if you will need a permit.
Amenities and Features:
- Hot Showers
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Flushable Toilets
- Exhibit Information
- Viewpoints
- Picnic Tables
- Camping (If you have extra guests)
- Bring Cash for Day Use
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史密斯岩石州立公园
*Top Recommendation - One of the Seven Wonders of Oregon.
About 35 minute drive West. Day use is open year round.
Offers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and events such as weddings.
Some of the best hiking around with amazing views. Variety of trails from easy to challenging, great for families, has incredible rock formations including the Monkey Head.
Known for some of the best rock climbing around. While rock climbing you will enjoy scenic views of deep river canyons. There are several thousand different rock climbs in the park. More than a thousand are bolted routes.
There is also offer miles of mountain biking trails.
Along your trip through the canyon, you might see golden eagles, prairie falcons, mule deer, river otter and beaver.
Weddings groups of no more than 50 people can reserve the North Point Amphitheater space by calling the park office. For other events please contact the Park Manager or Park Ranger to see if you will need a permit.
Amenities and Features:
- Hot Showers
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Flushable Toilets
- Exhibit Information
- Viewpoints
- Picnic Tables
- Camping (If you have extra guests)
- Bring Cash for Day Use
Closest Proximity. Moderate level of difficulty. Steins Pillar Trail is a 3.8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Prineville that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October. Dogs and horses are also able to use this trail.
Parking is available and is free. No restrooms or running water available.
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Steins Pillar
Closest Proximity. Moderate level of difficulty. Steins Pillar Trail is a 3.8 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Prineville that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from May until October. Dogs and horses are also able to use this trail.
Parking is available and is free. No restrooms or running water available.
Close Proximity. Moderate Level of Difficulty. 2.7 Mile Hike.
Nice out and back trail with great views. 1 hour total for strong hiker. 1.5-2 hours for casual stroll.
Walk in the shadows of lichen-covered basalt cliffs as
you zigzag up and out of the river canyon to spectacular views of Central Oregon. The namesake “chimney” basalt rock formation is viewable. Park benches available as you make your way up to the top.
Open year round but really nice in the spring or fall when a little moisture has tamped down the dust.
No fees to park or hike. And the trail is near Chimney Rock campground with toilets and potable water near campsite 8.
Pets are allowed under owner control & owners must pack out any waste!
Chimney Rock
Close Proximity. Moderate Level of Difficulty. 2.7 Mile Hike.
Nice out and back trail with great views. 1 hour total for strong hiker. 1.5-2 hours for casual stroll.
Walk in the shadows of lichen-covered basalt cliffs as
you zigzag up and out of the river canyon to spectacular views of Central Oregon. The namesake “chimney” basalt rock formation is viewable. Park benches available as you make your way up to the top.
Open year round but really nice in the spring or fall when a little moisture has tamped down the dust.
No fees to park or hike. And the trail is near Chimney Rock campground with toilets and potable water near campsite 8.
Pets are allowed under owner control & owners must pack out any waste!
Food Scene
Closest Dine In Proximity. Great Steak, Seafood and Pasta. Fine Dining option. Bar option with TV's. Outdoor Seating in the rear of the restaurant. Great Desserts. Local Favorite.
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Club Pioneer
1851 NE 3rd StClosest Dine In Proximity. Great Steak, Seafood and Pasta. Fine Dining option. Bar option with TV's. Outdoor Seating in the rear of the restaurant. Great Desserts. Local Favorite.
Mexican Family Restaurant. Reasonable Pricing. Bar Area. Authentic Mexican Décor. Generous Serving Sizes.
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Mazatlan | Mexican Restaurant
1302 S Hwy 97Mexican Family Restaurant. Reasonable Pricing. Bar Area. Authentic Mexican Décor. Generous Serving Sizes.
Dillon's Grill
142 NE 5th StPub Style. Offers BBQ, Ribs, Burgers, Beer.
Frozen Ice Cream & Yogurt Bar. Dairy Free & Low Sugar/Fat Options. Build Your Own. Lots of Topping Variety. Indoor Seating Area.
Yo Central
455 NE 3rd StFrozen Ice Cream & Yogurt Bar. Dairy Free & Low Sugar/Fat Options. Build Your Own. Lots of Topping Variety. Indoor Seating Area.
Great for Take Out!! Closest Proximity. BBQ Style (Beef, Chicken, Ribs, & Sides). Great for Large Groups. Save Time on Cooking & Clean-Up. Casual. Reasonable Pricing. Seasonal - Closed in Winters.
Toni's BBQ
2751 NE 3rd StGreat for Take Out!! Closest Proximity. BBQ Style (Beef, Chicken, Ribs, & Sides). Great for Large Groups. Save Time on Cooking & Clean-Up. Casual. Reasonable Pricing. Seasonal - Closed in Winters.
Dawg House
318 NW 3rd StGreat old fashion burgers. Thick patties. Great hot dogs. Burgers range from $6 to $14.
Crossroads BBQ Pit & Pub
121 NE 3rd StGreat place for breakfast and BBQ style food. Has a bar section.
Have great selection beer on tap, great varieties of pizza (including gluten free and keto options).
Offers pool table, air hockey table, race car, pinball machines.
Special Days:
Monday: Buy one regular pizza and get a 2nd for $2.
Tuesday: Trivia Night from 6.30 to 8 pm
Thursday: Bingo night from 6 - 8 pm
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Crooked River Brewing
420 N Main StHave great selection beer on tap, great varieties of pizza (including gluten free and keto options).
Offers pool table, air hockey table, race car, pinball machines.
Special Days:
Monday: Buy one regular pizza and get a 2nd for $2.
Tuesday: Trivia Night from 6.30 to 8 pm
Thursday: Bingo night from 6 - 8 pm
Great local and fresh sushi and sashimi. Complementary soup with dine in orders.
Sora Sushi Restaurant
744 NW Bond StGreat local and fresh sushi and sashimi. Complementary soup with dine in orders.
Sammy's Burgers & Shakes
755 North Main StreetGreat burgers, fries and shakes. Reasonable prices and has a drive through.
Great beer, tap room, brewery and selection of food trucks located on 3rd Street in Prineville. Close proximity. Go to wildridebrew.com (Prineville location) for event dates from Trivia Night to MX13 Stunt Ride Shows.
Wild Ride Brewing
1500 Northeast 3rd StreetGreat beer, tap room, brewery and selection of food trucks located on 3rd Street in Prineville. Close proximity. Go to wildridebrew.com (Prineville location) for event dates from Trivia Night to MX13 Stunt Ride Shows.
Groceries
Ray's Food Place
1535 NE 3rd StGood Quality. Large Variety. Reasonable Pricing. Close Proximity.
Closest Store Proximity. Warehouse Style. Lower Variety. Good Pricing.
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Grocery Outlet Bargain Market
694-B SE 3rd StClosest Store Proximity. Warehouse Style. Lower Variety. Good Pricing.
Local Farm Stand. Fresh Fruits and Vegetables. Local Options. Good Pricing. Closest Proximity. Seasonal - Closed in Winter.
Prineville Produce
2757 NE 3rd StLocal Farm Stand. Fresh Fruits and Vegetables. Local Options. Good Pricing. Closest Proximity. Seasonal - Closed in Winter.
Fifty minute drive in Bend. Wholesale. Great prices. Great quality. Lots of organic choices. Need a Costco card.
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Costco Wholesale
2500 NE Hwy 20Fifty minute drive in Bend. Wholesale. Great prices. Great quality. Lots of organic choices. Need a Costco card.
Crop Farmers Saturday Market features produce and products from local farmers in Prineville and Central Oregon. It is located in Stryker Park every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm, every June through September.
Stryker Park
Crop Farmers Saturday Market features produce and products from local farmers in Prineville and Central Oregon. It is located in Stryker Park every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm, every June through September.
Bike Rentals, Scenic Bikeways and Mountain Biking
Bike rentals and bike tours through Central Oregon. Some tours are catered and offer bike support.
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Good Bike Co.
284 NE 3rd StBike rentals and bike tours through Central Oregon. Some tours are catered and offer bike support.
Crooked River Scenic Bikeway. 37 Miles Out and Back. Start at Rimrock Park in Prineville and within a few miles, find yourself in a scenic rural landscapes with mountains in every direction. Follow path past llama farms and cattle ranches into the Crooked River Canyon where you will see basalt cliffs, river views, anglers and wildlife. After 19 miles, take a break at Big Bend Campground before riding back.
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Crooked River
Crooked River Scenic Bikeway. 37 Miles Out and Back. Start at Rimrock Park in Prineville and within a few miles, find yourself in a scenic rural landscapes with mountains in every direction. Follow path past llama farms and cattle ranches into the Crooked River Canyon where you will see basalt cliffs, river views, anglers and wildlife. After 19 miles, take a break at Big Bend Campground before riding back.
For mountain biking in town try the Lower 66 trail system for singletrack riding in city limits. Start at 1662 SW Park Dr. in Prineville. This trail system covers 66 acres perched right above Prineville on the edge of town. The system offers five trail options, from easy to moderate to black-diamond – all in one concentrated dose of roughly 4 miles total with all options. You can ride any of the sections in either direction.
For mountain biking through the Ochoco Mountains try the Round Mountain/Lookout Mountain Loop which offers 35 miles of riding and 6,000 feet of elevation.
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Lookout Mountain
For mountain biking in town try the Lower 66 trail system for singletrack riding in city limits. Start at 1662 SW Park Dr. in Prineville. This trail system covers 66 acres perched right above Prineville on the edge of town. The system offers five trail options, from easy to moderate to black-diamond – all in one concentrated dose of roughly 4 miles total with all options. You can ride any of the sections in either direction.
For mountain biking through the Ochoco Mountains try the Round Mountain/Lookout Mountain Loop which offers 35 miles of riding and 6,000 feet of elevation.