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Recreation & Nearby Attractions
Your choices for outdoor activities are limitless at the Holiday
Farm Resort. River guides recognized by the McKenzie River Guides
Association offer private fishing trips in their McKenzie Drift Boats;
White Water Rafting trips are also available. The nationally recognized
Tokatee Golf Course is only one mile away. Scenic drives are close
by, and hiking and biking trails are endless. Enjoy many activities … or
simply relax on your deck overlooking the McKenzie River.
 Riding
King Road Stables
Located 2 miles from the Holiday Farm Resort. Come and enjoy a
relaxing dinner ride on our beautiful trails to the Holiday Farm resort.
For more information please call King Road Stables at 541-228-4270 to
book your reservation or
email them from their website.
Lakes & Reservoirs
Blue River Dam and Reservoir
Miles of shoreline, easy access boat ramps, fun for fisherman &
boaters alike.
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Cougar Reservoir
When full, Cougar Reservoir stretches for 6 miles and covers 1,280
acres, with 25 milles of shoreline, easy access boat ramps, water skiing
and fishing.
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Suttle Lake
Suttle Lake is located about 15 miles northwest of Sisters on the
U.S. Highway 20. Fishing, hiking and boating, with a ramp and lodging
available at
Suttle Lake Resort.
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Scott Lake
Just off scenic highway 242, with camping, picnicking and fishing
and the Three Sisters across the lake.
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Carmen, Smith and Trial Bridge Reservoirs
Camping, picnic facilities, fishing and boat launches are available
at all three reservoirs. The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail
goes through the project area and runs past Sahalie, Koosah and
Tamolitch falls. Beaver Marsh is a popular wildlife and nature area that
has been preserved by EWEB.
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Clear Lake
The head-waters of the McKenzie River. There is a beautiful 5 mile
loop hike around the lake.
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Hiking,
Climbing, Snowshoeing & Skiing
Willamette National Forest
The Willamette National Forest (WNF) offers a wide variety of
recreation opportunities during summer and winter months. Its central
location makes it accessible to day-trippers and vacationers alike.
Seven major volcanic peaks exist within the Forest's boundary, and the
Cascade mountains offer virtually endless recreation opportunities such
as developed campgrounds, trails, Scenic Byways, snow activities and ski
resorts. Most of the trails and sites listed below are within the WNF.
WNF Recreation Page and
Trip Planner Map
Three Sisters Wilderness
There are approximately 260 miles of trail within the wilderness.
The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail traverses the wilderness for 40
miles. Alpine meadows, waterfalls, lava fields, glaciers, and glacial
lakes are abundant. Most trails entering the wilderness begin in dense
forests of Douglas-fir on the western slopes of the Cascades and
ponderosa pine on the eastern slopes. The North and Middle Sisters are
technical climbs over 10,000 ft. The South Sister is more accessible,
with hundreds of people climbing to the 10,358 ft. peak with no special
gear in the summer months.
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Dee Wright Observatory
An excellent view of the high mountain peaks of the Cascades, from
Mount Hood in the North to the Sisters and Brokentop in the South. There
are many miles of trails through the black lava beds, and this also
serves as an access point for the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Obsidian Falls
A loop trail from Sunshine Shelter takes the hiker by cold high
mountain springs, wildflowers, and obsidian flows and cliffs to a
beautiful waterfall.
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Proxy Falls
A short hike form the highway to view two beautiful falls.
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Koosah & Sahalie Falls
Both of the falls are very beautiful and offer excellent views for
the sightseer and photographer.
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 Fishing
and Rafting
High Country Expeditions
A great rafting outfit, their
McKenzie River rafting trips pull out right at Holiday Farm Resort. High Country Expeditions offers unforgettable
whitewater rafting trips, scenic floats &
whitewater rafting group retreats. Located in McKenzie Bridge, with a focus on safety and fun and
specializing on the Upper "Wild & Scenic" McKenzie River, High Country Expeditions caters to the full spectrum of river adventures, fun and
exciting for the whole family. Trips range from 2 hours to 2 days and are available daily.
Contact High Country Expeditions at 1.888.461.7238 / 541.822.8288 or
www.highcountryexpeditions.com
59296 N. Belknap Springs Rd.
PO Box 387
McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413
A Helfrich Outfitters
The HELFRICH
TRADITION of over three-quarters of a century guiding on Oregon and
Idaho rivers is being further enhanced today by Aaron and Jonnie
Helfrich. A Helfrich River Trip with these two will be very
memorable. We carve out rafting trips of varying lengths--9.5 miles
for a half-day run, 13 to 16 for a full day and suggest the section
of the McKenzie River appropriate to the paddling skills and
experience of our guests--and the time they have available.
Offering full-day and half-day fishing trips for novice to expert
anglers. A Helfrich Outfitter, LLC has earned its reputation
largely on customizing our trips to suit our guests. Come join us!
Contact A Helfrich Outfitter, LCC
2605 Harvest Lane
Springfield, OR 97477
541-726-5036
800-328-7688
aaron@helfrich.com
www.helfrich.com
www.mckenzierafting.com
All Star Outfitters
All-Star Outfitters is your McKenzie River,
Oregon rafting, fishing and team-building leader. We specialize in
unique McKenzie River adventures that are customized to meet the needs
and goals of our clients.
Our guides are licensed by the Oregon State Marine Board, hold current
first-aid and CPR cards and have completed white water rescue training.
We take pride in the quality and safety of our trips. We do not hire
first year guides. We offer gourmet meals, expert rafting guides,
fishing guides that guarantee fish and the finest gear in the industry.
What more could you ask for? Whether it’s mild or wild that you desire,
it’s All-Star Outfitters that you should hire!
Book your next outdoor adventure today.
Contact AllStar Outfitters
Phone: 541-914-2886
allstarraft@aol.com
P.O. Box 40584 Eugene, OR 97404
www.all-staroutfitters.com
Casters Guide
Service
The adventure begins the moment you step on
board! Whether you are looking for an exhilarating day of whitewater
rafting with beautiful scenery, and exciting whitewater, or a
relaxing day of fishing the McKenzie’s pristine waters for beautiful
and abundant rainbow trout, Caster’s Guide Service is dedicated to
making your McKenzie River experience a safe, enjoyable day to
remember! Caster’s Guide Service LLC has a reputation of
offering premium quality whitewater rafting and trout fishing trips
on Oregon's McKenzie River. Our experienced, licensed guides are
happy to provide guidance and instruction for all ability levels.
These trips are great for friends, family or large group events and
include a wonderful streamside picnic lunch.
Summer Rafting Specials!.
Call for details!
Contact Caster’s Guide Service LLC at
Phone: 541-757-7167
Email:
fish@castersguideservice.com
Website: www.castersguideservice.com
Other Local Fishing & Rafting Guides
We have a list of local guides for fishing and rafting who are
registered with the McKenzie River Guides Association. Please call for
information.
1-541-822-3725 (local)
Places & Sights of Interest
Tokatee Golf Course
A spectacular 18-hole championship course.
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Belknap Covered Bridge
The newest rebuilt covered bridge in Lane County. The old bridge
was washed out during the Christmas flood of 1964.
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Hoodoo Ski Area
A busy ski bowl with a brand new lodge and state of the art lifts.
» learn more
McKenzie Drift Boats
Home of the original McKenzie and Rogue River drift boat models.
» learn more
United States Basketball Academy
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more
McKenzie Airstrip
A state operated airfield for small aircraft, private planes.
» learn more
Other Area Lodging
Harbicks Country Inn
Additional lodging near Holiday Farm Resort is available at the
Harbicks Country Inn.
The Lodge at Suttle Lake
Additional lodging in the area is also available at the
The Lodge at Suttle Lake.
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