skin. From Sisters to Sunriver, you’ll find day spas with treatments that will fit your budget and your tastes. Refer to your favorite phone listing to find a day spa near you.
Springs. The museum was built to advance and preserve the knowledge of the Native American heritage here in Central Oregon. As you visit, you will go through the timeline of the tribes native to the area and see representations of their cultural activities and history, from fishing the Columbia at Celilo Falls to the their celebration dances.
27. Try a Flight at Maragas Winery
24. Drive McKenzie Highway for Fall Colors One of the most scenic drives in Central Oregon winds you through lush forest through stunning arrays of autumn hues. From a viewpoint erected at the summit, only the peaks of the highest mountains along the Cascade Mountain range interrupt miles of ancient lava flow. This is a drive not to be missed, but keep in mind, the road is closed throughout winter and spring. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) typically closes the road between November and July. Visit www. oregon.gov/odot and search for McKenzie Pass to check on the status.
26. Visit the Museum at Warm Springs
Forget the Valley — Central Oregon knows a thing or two about making quality, award-winning wine, and Maragas Winery is here to prove it. Located just north of Terrebonne along U.S. Hwy. 97 — look for the sign and vineyard just east of the road — Maragas offers tastings of their “art in a bottle,” the happy results of processes the Maragas family has passed down through generations. Check the Maragas website for upcoming events, celebrations and hours of operation. www.maragaswinery.com
A trip to the Museum at Warm Springs is a great way to see the cultural and artistic heritage of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. The museum is located along Hwy. 26 in Warm
25. Visit a Day Spa Central Oregon is known for its outdoor activities, but it is also host to some luxurious day spas. While it’s chilly outside, both locals and visitors alike can warm their soles during a fragrant soak preceding a pedicure, or soak up healing essential oil blends into winter-parched
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