These roads are prime for motorcyle trips. The wide-open spaces are great for hunting trips. The Deschutes River begs to be fished and floated. In South Wasco County, here’s enough adventure to pack a punch.

Ghost town vibes, old car museums, and dipping nt Antelope’s Rajneesh occupation don’t always make the front page of the visitors guide. But the flavor of off-beat travel is sure to leave you with a smattering of unique stories to take home after your trip.

The South Wasco County region has tons of routes for cruising on two-wheels. Take your pick from road-biking, gravel riding, or multi-day bikepacking to take in the scenery at a slower pace.

Whether your choose to make your home base at the award winning Historic Balch Hotel & Spa and Farm-to-Table Bistro in Dufur, or at the Ka-Nee-Tah Resort and soaking tubs in Warm Springs, you are in for a treat.

Enjoy live local music, small-town potlucks, wild grass car races, and mingling with residents for a true South Wasco County immersive experience.

There is enough diverse heritage in the region to warrant multiple visits! Experience tribal culture in Simnasho, drop yourself into the Wool Culture of the olden days in Shaniko, or catch the Threshing Bee in Dufur.