Gorgeous falls! The trail out to the falls is about a half mile. Parts of the trail are steep and…read morerocky, so make sure you wear decent shoes. The trail has many trees that provide a decent amount of shade. The falls are absolutely gorgeous! They aren't tall, but wide and cascading. Such an amazing view! We really enjoyed our time here. Would definitely recommend.

This trail is an easy .5 hike to the Steelhead Waterfall with breathtaking views. It goes further,…read morebut we just went to the Falls and back. It is a bit narrow in some areas and you must walk in a single line, but it's comfortable and maintained. The trail also has a few flat rock steps that both decline and incline at times. We did encounter other hikers and everyone was courteous and happy to be there. Not a single piece of litter in sight! It is a bit out of the way, but we would definitely return to this beautiful trail and maybe jump in next time!

Alder Springs Trail is a 6 or so mile in-and-out moderate hike located in the Crooked River…read moreNational Grassland. It is spectacular. The trailhead is found at the end of five miles of fair to somewhat rough road off Holmes Road north of Hwy 126. The trail runs along Whychus Creek which, like the nearby Crooked and Deschutes Rivers, has cut a deep canyon in the overlying lava. If you hike the entire length, you will end up at the confluence of the Whychus and the Deschutes, right across the river from the Scout Camp Trail (another awesome hike). Trail condition is mostly good with a few steep parts but relatively flat overall. You do have to descend from the lava plateau to the creek but it's more gradual than with some other nearby hikes, such as Scout Camp and Otter Bench. One thing, though: at about the halfway point, you'll have to ford Whychus Creek. There is no bridge, makeshift or otherwise. The creek is not too wide at the crossing point and unless you're there during peak snow-melt time, it's easily crossed. But unless you like hiking with wet boots, it's best to take along a pair of water shoes. The creek-bed is composed of slippery river rock and I don't recommend flip-flops. Along the trail, you'll experience varied terrain: high desert, sparse juniper forest, some big ponderosas and where the trail cuts close to the creek, lots of reeds and other wetland plants. Beware that the trail is known as a rattlesnake den. We even ran across one on the trail (coming and going!) when the weather was a bit cool. I don't think I've seen an account of someone hiking this trail where they didn't see a rattler. But they're cool and will scurry out of the way as soon as they sense your presence, which is well before you see them. The road to Alder Springs Trail at the Holmes Rd gate is closed to motor vehicles from Dec 1 to March 31. So unless you want to add the extra ten miles round-trip, take note.

Nice campground well taken care of. Clean restrooms and showers. Tons of deer walking through the…read moresites at all hours. So cool to see these majestic creatures with no fear. No reception or cell service so you really are able to disconnect and relax. Beautiful golden hour sunsets and gorgeous sunrises.

We stayed a couple nights at the Crooked River campground, which is a part of Cove Palisades State…read morePark. We had a great time. The campground was really nice and well tended. Staff and volunteers were very attentive and kept things in tip top shape. Our site was nice, which had water & electric. We went to a couple of the evening ranger programs, where I learned quite a bit. Bathroom facilities were really nice. Park was really windy, which may have just been when I was there but I suspect it's a common occurrence. There were deer that wandered through the campground, owls, and lots of other wildlife. Would stay here again if we were in the area.

Cannot rave enough about Dockside Grill. Every time we go there it feels like we're on vacation and…read morewe actually live nearby. Gorgeous scenery surrounds you mixed with boaters and fun music. The food is always fresh and good quality. The bar is just fun. The staff work well together and apparently care for each other. We feel very lucky to have this gem of a spot on Lake Sintustus.

Awesome campground on Lake Simtustus. Beautiful and quiet setting. We stayed in A3 and it fit our…read more37' fifth wheel and Ram longed but a bit tight. We were right on the water with stunning views. The internet was flawless and the accommodations clean.

I greatly appreciate all the hard work the pool staff does daily to provide a clean, safe, friendly…read moreenvironment for pool visitors to recreate in. With and the smoke from this years wildfires it's nice to has an oasis to recover from a recent injury. The pool staff is very knowledgeable and answered all my questions and gave me some me some swimming tips. I mentioned my injury to a staff member and they said that they would pray for me that night. I was in shock and amazed by their kindness never in all my years has anyone ever said that to me. Their thoughtfulness renewed my faith in humanity. Thank you :)

Went to a baby swim lesson (ages 6mo-3years) had a great…read moreclass w/ lots of helpful water safety information & tips to help keep my little one safe in the water!! we loved it & the staff was wonderful (their pool also has a gorgeous landscape view)

Solid, par 71 course located along the spectacular Crooked River canyon. It's fairly easy, rated…read moreonly 66.5/113 from the longest tees, the blues (the 'short' blues - they can set up longer blue tees on four holes which ups the rating to 67.4/116). - Prices are in line with other Central Oregon courses. I found a coupon in the Smart Saver which saved me a bit of cash. Senior rates available for those over 60. - The course is not on the GolfNow app. You'll need to go through their own website or call to get a tee time. - The facility has a moderate-sized driving range and two practice greens. No short game area (practice bunker). - Free range balls with a tee time. Just fill up a basket at the ball dispenser and have at it. I have never seen this at other than top end courses. - Smallish but well-stocked pro shop. - Carts are electric, no frills such as GPS. You can drive them to the parking to load/unload your clubs. Access to the parking lot is via a narrow corridor between buildings on your left as you exit the pro shop from the rear. - Crooked River is quite walk-able. Its short and has little elevation change. - They have a beverage cart but it only came around once on a round when the temperature was low 90's. Beverage cart does not stock a sugar-free sports drink! Boo! - Parking is inadequate. It's shared with the other Crooked River Ranch facilities. I was lucky to snag the last spot on a weekday round. I suppose they have an overflow lot somewhere. The course itself: - Greens are close to immaculate and I played my first round during the heat of summer. Balls roll true. Which is especially important because some of the greens are diabolical with slopes and tiers. Perhaps the most challenging aspect to the course. - Fairways are wide and forgiving. If you can drive even close to straight, you'll be fine. There are a couple of doglegs that require clubbing down. I never had a bad lie in the fairway. - Rough is playable until you get into the 'second cut', if you will. Then you may be in a typical Central Oregon lava field. - Not many water hazards. Your approach shot on #8 is over water and if you hook it off #5 or slice off #13, you're in the canyon. - Bunkers seem to be in good shape. I managed to avoid them all. - On the tee at #13, if you can, take the short walk down to the canyon edge (random dirt paths) to check out the views. Awesome. - The course has colored rocks indicating distance to the green, as is typical of most courses. But the distances on some holes seemed to differ quite a bit from what my GPS golf app had. All in all, a fine course and one I'll put on my rotation. It's a bit of a drive from Bend but worth it.

The skinny guy with mustache working the pro shop was incredibly rude to me. The views are nice…read morecourse not in great shape. Save your money and time avoid this place.

It's taken me a few days to process so I can write this review, so here we go. Let me start by…read moresaying, the name of this place lives up to the experience and the service! If you are even remotely thinking of visiting them, you better do it, otherwise you are cheating yourself from one of the most amazing experiences you will ever have! I would like to note that I was in communication with these guys for over 2 weeks trying to get everything organized with our group of what was supposed to be 18, but we lost a friend in a car accident the day before we were going to arrive on July 4th. We collectively decided this would be a wonderful way to honor him and still go. The entire staff was so accommodating and sympathetic to our situation and I feel went above and beyond to make us comfortable in such a strange time. Or instructors were both very nice and very professional. It was the 4th of July, and they organized a cookout with some brats and bbq. I made some side dishes to bring out and we all got to have a nice lunch while we waited on each other to jump. We also brought the dogs with us and they were super doggie friendly. 10/10 would recommend and we will probably be trying to head back before we leave Oregon. Thanks for such a wonderful experience and my awesome video!

Loved my experience here! My son went a few weeks ago, while I was just a bystander. They were so…read moreamazing I wanted to take a turn too. Today I went with my husband, both on tandem jumps and the whole experience was top notch, start to finish. Great people who love what they do and want you to love it too!

Nice enough place but avoid the lunches on general principle. Secure yourself a Banquet frozen…read moredinner and come out ahead. Lunches are now $4 and are sorry plates of, in today's instance, over, over cooked broccoli, undercooked yet dry meatloaf, some potato concoction of packaged, dry processed potato shards. Unlovely concoctions served up with a small glass of milk, an insulting stale square of partially edible lemon square? It was more like a woodworking project, as we sawed through the crust with hand tools... We gave up, and scraped bits from the top layer, sensing lemon. Very sad affair and I found myself only one of 6 other diners at the table who were miffed at the obvious botched attempt at nourishing sustenance. If this is what is served to seniors in the meals on wheels program, we would do them greater service to drop off a Banquet or Lean Cuisine. At least those are edible,with minimum gagging, and every bit as nourishing.