Top Ten Attractions
Crooked River Ranch Golf Course
The Crooked River Ranch Golf Course offers 18 well maintained holes in a magnificent river canyon setting. The fifth hole has been cited as the most spectacular hole in Central Oregon. The golf course is open for play almost all year, except for a few short lived winter snowfalls. You'll be pleased at how affordable this beautiful golf course is. It is also open to the general public.
Fishing and Boating
You and your family will enjoy fishing and boating in the scenic Crooked and Deschutes Rivers. The "Ranch" is also just a short drive from Lake Billy Chinook and Haystack Reservoir which provide a boating, fishing and fabulous scenery.
Events & Festivals
When you visit the "Ranch", you will enjoy several events and festivals, including the "Steel Stampede" Vintage Motorcycle Rally in late April/early May, the Senior's popular community yard sale late May/early June, the "Independence Celebration" which includes a Parade, "Buffalo Feed", a Quilt Festival and Craft Fair in July, "Olde Fashioned Christmas" which includes a Holiday Bazaar, Santa visits and photos and a "Starlight Parade" in December, and more. Check the web site for updated information and exact dates.
Camping, Hiking & Picnicking
Camping, hiking and picnicking are close by. You'll love hiking the scenic trails throughout the area, and will enjoy the BLM land which adjoins the Ranch. Don't miss the scenic hike to Steelhead Falls. Beautiful MacPherson Park is located near the golf course, and provides a covered pavilion, spacious lawns and a pond where ducks, bullfrogs, Muflong sheep, a variety of birds and the ever popular deer offer ongoing entertainment to children and adults alike. Wildlife is always present for you to enjoy at Crooked River Ranch.
Swimming Pool
For the enjoyment of residents and visitors, the Ranch maintains a heated swimming pool, which includes a large "kiddy pool". The pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and later, if the weather permits.
Destination Resort
Crooked River Ranch is truly an affordable and convenient Destination Resort! You and your family will enjoy the lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, ball field, motel, restaurants, indoor and outdoor meeting and small conference facilities, mini market, a full service beauty salon. Catering can also be arranged. Not only is the Ranch an exciting place for a family vacation, it is also a wonderful place for a year ‘round retreat for your small to mid size business, church group and family and high school reunions.
RV Park
The Ranch owns and operates a full service RV Park, complete with full hook ups, a covered pavilion, showers, washers and dryers and a children's playground. 50amp service is available at select sites. There are other privately owned RV Parks for your camping enjoyment.
Ranch Chapel
The Ranch Chapel is a nondenominational house of worship which offers two Sunday morning services, Sunday School, youth programs and Bible study. Everyone is welcome. Visit our website http://ranchchapel.org/
Smith Rock
If you love a challenge, rock climbing may be for you. The internationally acclaimed Smith Rock is just a short drive from the Ranch, and offers the rock climbing experience, together with hiking for young and old alike along some of the most scenic trails you'll ever have the opportunity to enjoy. Visit: http://www.smithrock.com/ or http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_51.php for more information.
Quality of Life
"Ranchers" take care to preserve the quality of life that attracts visitors to enjoy scenic vistas and quiet beauty, away from the hustle and bustle of the big cities. We welcome new residents and visitors alike who, we are sure will agree that the Ranch is a "great place to hang your hat."