Deschutes County, Oregon

Deschutes County

Deschutes County, Central Oregon Real Estate, Michele Dearden

Deschutes County, named for the river that slices through the heart of this area, was formed from the western side of Crook County in 1916. The river was originally called Riviere des Chutes, which translates as “River of the Falls.” This centrally located county is bordered by the Cascade Mountains to the west and contains parts of the central high-desert plateau in the east, which provides beautiful, sunny summers and crisply cold winters. Major cities include Bend, Redmond, and Sisters.

There exist ample locations in which to take part in the beauty of Central Oregon, from scenic viewpoints of Steelhead Falls and the Dry Canyon Trail, all the way to the Newberry National Volcanic Monument (a geothermally active caldera) and the Three Sisters Wilderness (200,000 acres and home to Oregon’s largest glacier). Not to mention the year-round attractions of Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort and Hoodoo Mountain Resort, offering some of the best winter sports and snow conditions in the Pacific Northwest.

For those who would prefer not to play in the wilderness, the area is full of other interesting attractions. High end golf courses dot the land with more than 25 in the area. Along with these are casual to elegant dining establishments, art galleries, museums, summer/winter festivals, and shopping stores galore. Even with so many activities to partake in, Deschutes County is a wonderful place to simply kick up your feet and relax. Check out the Area Information section for more specific area business links.