Prineville

Experience the high desert in Central Oregon’s oldest city.

Hike, bike, fish and camp as you learn about the geographic wonders and historical content of this area. Play golf year-round at Meadow Lakes Golf Course and go boating at Prineville Reservoir State Park. Prineville has the unofficial title of Rockhound Capital of the U.S. thanks to the variety of precious gemstones found in this part of Oregon. Pick up a Rockhound Map at the Prineville Chamber of Commerce.

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Nearby Cities: Powell Butte, Redmond, Terrebonne, Post, Crooked River Ranch

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Pedaling Around Prineville

This story is the Ochoco Gravel Roubaix essay contest winner. Called the "toughest gravel event in Oregon," the Ochoco Gravel Roubaix takes place on Saturday, August 20, 2016 in Prineville. Participants can choose from four routes: a 120-mile loop with 8,713...

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Central Oregon Farm and Ranch Tours

Pigs and goats and cows and … bikes! Central Oregon puts its own...

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Travel Oregon with George Faria at Prineville Reservoir State Park

Park ranger at Prineville Reservoir State Park, Oregon’s first International Dark Sky Park,...

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Outdoor Adventures in Prineville

Lower 66

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Meadow Lakes Golf Course

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Lookout Mountain Loop

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Chimney Rock

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Prineville Reservoir State Park

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Bowman Dam

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Tasty Detours in Prineville

Barney Prine’s Steakhouse & Saloon

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Dad’s Place

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Ron’s Comfort Food Cafe

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Where are some places to stay near Bend that offer horseback riding?

Hello! Lucky you, there are some beautiful places near Bend to ride horses! Here are my top faves: Black Butte Ranch (large family friendly resort outside of Sisters with incredible views of the Cascade Range and Black Butte) Brasada Ranch (upscale resort near Prineville with luxury touches and also incredible Cascade and high desert views)…