What a gift it is to be surrounded by so much natural beauty. Today I was able to hike Sahalie…read moreFalls, Koosah Falls, and Tomalitch Blue Pool, all in one out and back 10.5 mile trek. The drive to the trailhead took 2.5 hours from my home in Portland, so we left by 6. If you arrive after 9 or 10 you have to deal with the crowds. Sahalie Falls was first and can be accessed very easily from the parking lot - no hike required. Keep this one in mind if you have mobility limitations. If you're up for it, hit the trail here. A short distance along the Mckenzie Creek will take you to Koosah Falls. Gorgeous, with falling turquoise water. Want a scare? Look up the fools who cliff jump from here. Incredible. After that you pass by the reservoir, then have a nice hike along a soft pine needle path down to Tomalitch Blue Pool. Again with the cliff jumping. Don't do it! So dangerous. But do carefully follow the pink ribbons over the rock ledge and down to the shore. You can swim if you dare in the 38 degree water. At least dunk your feet. The hike back to where you parked at Sahalie is 5 miles. Pack a lunch, a lot of water (I finished my 3 liters), and enjoy the day.

A beautiful hike. We did the waterfall loop, which is about a 3 mile hike that takes you by Koosah…read moreand Sahalie Falls. We brought the dogs and the kids, and we had a blast. The scenery was stunning and the trail condition was perfect. We'd definitely come back here again.

An absolutely amazing set of bike trails. We rented bikes at Pine mountain sports and brought them…read morehere. There were tons of beginners trails that were very well-maintained. I really liked that there were lots of one-way sections, as a beginner it was nice to know that no one was going to come around a corner right into my bike. There is also a ton of signage so I always knew where I was and how to get back to the main parking lot. I can't recommend checking this place out enough!!!!

Great place, clean and nice smelling toilets (if there can actually be something like that)…read more Love the pumper course and all the trails. My wife, son and I road well over a 100 miles while here for 5 days and loved it. Must ride up to lower whoops. Phil's trail is great for beginners (though it might test you in a few areas). Tyler's and funner are amazing as is tiddlywinks. We will back.

Mountain biking here is poetry in motion. MTBer's gonna get it!…read more discovered I holy ground upon Sandy Ridge where hands hath made a paradise for knobby treads there's a map with instruction just Follow the Leader and discover a whirlwind of thrills zigging and zagging through the forest rolling on some gnarly scree fields and blessed be your thrill ride not lead into self destruction so stay upright roll steadfast in the zone through curves extreme curves banked low curves banked high beware all curves play Hide and Seek climb up Homestead take that trail off the hairy Rock Drop feel adrenaline rushing the heart hammering climb back up Communication Breakdown pedaling insanely 'round Quid Pro Flow modulate the brakes and go jumping roots tied deep into earth snaking through the evergreen jungle heavenly dense northwest shade hyperventilating whoop-de-do's oops there goes an endo another downhiller bites the dust roll the fat tires on Three Thirty Eight drop into Two Turntables and a Microwave feel heat whipping through booming berms hold tight, spin out of sight keep your head attached it gets faster, looser and tighter berms bigger, dips wilder along these glorious single tracks only the righteous know for you must surrender your body heart and soul breath by breath, pedal by pedal climb Homestead again and again gotta climb to the mountain top before you are blessed to blast like the wind on fire and descend once again immersed in Oregonian green deliciousness along Sandy Ridge, there call out my name from the hallowed fat tire scroll when I saddled up my Salsa for a holy roller ride in Fat Tire Paradise

Killer trail system with lots of volunteers keeping the place up without wasting tax dollars since…read moreit's on BLM land. Snow on the upper trails during the winter. A good spot to head after is to the Ivy Bear for wings.

While visiting Bend we chose this experience for our family due to the ratings and it looked fun…read more It was the perfect blend of riding (almost all downhill, how good is that?), beautiful scenery and informative plant and herbology date from Lane. So unique. I definitely recommend this adventure for you and your family. The bikes were also newer and kept in very good condition including comfortable seats. We even had an adult who had only started riding bikes the day prior and, although she felt nervous about this experience prior to arriving, she had a great time too!

This was an ok trip but I had mixed feelings about it…read more Pros: The guide was nice (we had Lane), which made the ride more enjoyable. He knew all of our names before we even left the parking lot. The trail was in good shape from recent rain so a beginner would have no trouble participating. Cons: The email confirmation and website mentioned the bike shortage and that riders had to be a minimum of 4 ft tall with a 24 inch inseam but didn't really explain how to measure that, etc. Sure, I know what an inseam in pants is, but turns out an inseam measurement for bike riding is different. Would have been nice to know without having to look it up the night before and then worry my kid wouldn't be tall enough. Lots of standing around. We were on the 10-4 tour and though we arrived at 9:45 no one directed us to have our kids take the bike test to see if they could go and nobody got fitted for bikes until everyone in the booking had arrived. Then, the large 10 am group was split into two smaller groups and if you were in the second group, you had to stand around for 20 minutes killing time to give the first group a head start. Why not just stagger the starts and have a 10 am and a 10:30? From a customer perspective this sort of sucked. This was billed as a Mountain bike ride with waterfalls and slides, but it was more like, walking/hiking to see 3 waterfalls and then a very mellow 3 mile single track ride to finish. It would have been nice to sort people by skill or interest (shorter vs longer rides) as we definitely had some gung ho dudes in our group and some newbies like me. Two of the waterfalls (at least) were accessible via McKay campground, which was a little disappointing. I thought we would be off the beaten path, checking out a little known spot, etc. Overall, our young kids, 8 and 10 enjoyed it and had fun. It was their first time mountain biking. I'd rate the ride and scenery 4 stars but the administration and organization only 2 stars (I'm a fan of efficiency and customer service) , hence my 3 star rating.

Been seriously impressed with these guys! I have been going to one of their competitors for a while…read moreand while everyone there was super nice, I just felt like I was getting screwed on service. So much so that a bicycle manufacturer knows about it. I broke my chain whip on a Monday evening and decided to try and new shop on a whim and ran over to pull a cassette off a wheel. These guys took care of it instantly. Three days later, I was having some bake issues and within an hour of drop off, one of their lead techs was already on the phone with Sram having a replacement overnighted. Definitely above and beyond! Pretty stoked on their work and attention to detail!

Have stopped by Pine Mountain Sports two different times while coming from Northern California and…read moreboth times they've been able to help me with quick adjustments with my bike and sent me on my way to ride! Appreciate the support with my bikes!

Here is my review of clear lake for row boat use!…read more We got here at 930 am. Found the pay box at the entrance $9, no cash. There is an option to pay at the bottom which we should have done because they take the national park passes there (see picture). We were able to find parking in the main lot and there were a few people there. We weren't sure how the process of renting the boats or availability of life jackets. There is a shop that sells food, snacks, drinks, ice cream , and desserts. They also have a selection of fishing items, shirts, jackets. We paid for the boat - $60 for the large boat all day. The life jackets were plentiful and available. My husband rowed most of the time because I am not a good rower. We made it from the dock to the start of the river that you can't go past which is good since you could hear the rapids. The way to the left was a lot calmer and clear. We had a blast out on the lake. You could see down near the shallows but not in the middle of the lake. Make sure to bring sunscreen because there isn't much shade. The facilities are great!! Two bathrooms in the shop. Large tables to sit and enjoy a hot cooked meal or ice cream. I am so glad we were able to make a morning on the lake super easy and stress free! Next time I'm thinking of renting a kayak or a stand up paddle board. That would be fun! If you are in the area make sure to stop by early. As we were leaving, the parking lot was filled up so make sure to get there early! I hope my review and pictures help you plan for a successful visit to Clear Lake!

A beautiful setting for the perfect romantic getaway or family weekend escape. The cabins are…read morecozy with gas stoves and heaters and the boat rentals are very affordable is you want to connect with the water. We enjoyed a wonderful hike around the lake which took us through forests, lava fields, and springs with wooden bridges. The views were amazing!

This is hands down my favorite mountain bike trail in Bend. This is a downhill only trail that is…read morelocated beyond the Phils trail complex further up Skyliner road. You can reach it by taking trails up from Phil's trailhead, but it's quite an uphill climb. The skill level for the Whoops trail is intermediate to advanced. I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner unless you want to fall off your bike. This trail has a ton of jumps and tables. I rarely hit the jumps myself, but you can just ride over them and still have a blast. Many of these tables and jumps have some baking turns right after them, so be on your A game when riding over them. This trail is higher elevation than the other trails so it takes a bit longer to thaw out. Since it is one of the most popular trails it is typically one of the first to get rutted out. There are a few drops a rock to run over on the trail, so be aware of that as well. One of my favorite features of this trail is the options that you have when riding it. What is great is that you can park at the bottom and ride up the forest road up to it if you are short on time. If it takes you longer than you guessed you can leave, or if you have time you can go again. This make is perfect for local who want to get in an evening ride after work. Many of the other trials are much longer, making it difficult to get a ride in if you work late, but the whoops is fun and quick. If you have all day, I like to park at Phil's Trailhead, ride up Bens, to the top of Whoops, and down whoops and down Phill's canyon trail. This is one fo the best Mt bike trail combos in town! Here are a few useful links Central Oregon Trail Alliance http://cotamtb.com/trails/ Mountain Bike Project https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/287383

This place was awesome. My son and I both rented bikes, (hardtails), to ride at Phil's trails…read more My son does not have his own mountain bike nor has he been mountain biking, but he fell.in love with it! The staff here was very accommodating with adjusting seats, providing maps, and even hydration and packs.

There's no way I could not write up a review for Cog Wild bicycle tours. I've taken a private…read moreguided tour here before and had a great experience and probably should've written them up then however, recently I scheduled the second tour about a year later and accidentally showed up a week early. This was totally my mistake. I had set my mind up to not bike that day once I realized the error However Lara was so gracious and kind about my mistake. She immediately walked me over to the office and started trying to figure out what else we could do. She really want the extra mile and ended up coordinating bikes from the hotel, recommending a route since now we wouldn't have a guide, and offering to drive us up if we weren't able to catch the shuttle. There's no place I will rent a bike in Bend besides here thank you Cog Wild.

This is a great alternative to Phil's Trailhead for mountain biking. This trailhead is located…read morewhere the Wanoga Snowpark is in the winter time. It is right off of the Cascade Lakes Highway halfway in between Bend and Mount Bachelor. There are several trails that start from this point and if you wanted to you could even ride down into Phil's Trailhead while only crossing one paved road to get there. The main trails from this trailhead are Tiddlywinks and Funner. These trails are a lot of fun, but more suited for intermediate riders. So if you're new to the sport, be cautious with these trails. The best way to bike from here is to shuttle, either with a friend or any of the shuttle companies in town. Since the trailhead is much higher in elevation than town, many people just ride back into Bend from here. The other thing I love about the trails from this trailhead is the conifers you find here. There is a good mix of Fir and Ponderosa trees that make the sights lush and green. If Phil's is busy and you want to mix it up, consider the trail from the Wanoga Trailhead. You won't regret it!

amazing bike shop and even more amazing local owners! 10/10 i wouldn't go anywhere else!!!read more

Rented two e-bikes for the Fourth of July weekend. Staff was amazing and extremely helpful. Bikes…read morerode great and it def made our weekend.