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sensational views. (You can also drive to the peak.) For a family-friendly
Stay in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains at nearby Sunriver Resort, trek, visit the 1-mile Big Obsidian Flow Trailhead and Interpretive Site,
where you can immerse yourself in the beauty of the high desert, pedal- which climbs up and onto a flow of glistening black obsidian and gray
ing a network of over 40 miles of paved bike paths. Or, opt for scenic pumice. Check the schedule of year-round events at the Paulina Visitor
horseback riding, stand-up paddling, canoeing, and more. For RV and Center. At night, whether you choose to camp or stay in a cabin, catch
tent camping, spend the night at Bend-Sunriver RV Campground, an the dazzling canopy of stars overhead.
idyllic perch set along the Little Deschutes River. Fuel up with seasonal
pints and dishes at Sunriver Brewing Company. Spend some time at the
Oregon Observatory, the largest of its kind in the country, for year-
round family activities and a fascinating view of the sun or night sky
through a giant telescope.
NEWBERRY CALDERA AREA: WATERFALLS, WILDLIFE,
MOUNTAIN BIKING, AND FAMILY HIKES

Start your day with a moment of zen at Paulina Falls, an 80-foot double
waterfall that cascades over rugged volcanic cliffs. From there, drive a
couple of miles to explore Paulina Lake or nearby East Lake, the two
glinting alpine lakes that define the Newberry Crater. Both pristine
bodies of water are home to countless wildlife species including koka-
nee salmon, brown trout, rainbow trout, bald eagles, osprey, and tundra
swans. You can also play on the water here. Along with watercraft rent-
als (from stand-up paddleboards to pontoons and fishing boats), you’ll
find family-friendly cabin rentals, campgrounds, and pub-style dining at FORT ROCK AREA: CAVE TOURS, NATURAL HISTORY,
both East Lake Resort and Paulina Lake Lodge. COMFORT FOOD, AND CAMPING

Adventure enthusiasts can plan to hike or mountain bike the 21-mile rim Rising majestically from sagebrush-dusted plains, Fort Rock captivates at
trail from Paulina Peak, the highest point on the Newberry volcano, for first glance. A highlight of the route and the namesake for Fort Rock State
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