Local Area Guide: Things to do / Activities / Attractions
Lake Activities
Fishing
Lake Simtustus is a fisherman`s dream! With such a wide variety of fish species offers you a variety of ways to catch them! Trolling seems like the most popular hobby, but fly fishing, lure casting, and bobber beer fishing all have success. The Deschutes River is world renowned for its fly fishing for Redband trout and Steelhead. Rainbow trout, brown trout, kokanee, smallmouth bass, and largemouth bass are all waiting for the challenge! Redband trout and Steelhead can be caught on the Lower Deschutes River just below Pelton Dam.
There are a number of guide services for the Lower Deschutes.
Stargazing
Lake Simtustus Resort is on the Northern Boundary of an expansive "dark skies area", one of the largest in the USA and is one of the premier locations in the USA to truly see the true beauty of our night skies. We have accented Lake Simtustus Resort with red night lights to help keep things magnificently dark. A few quotes:
"Central Oregon is one of the most amazing places to dive, deep into your night skies!"
"The crystal clear nights and lack of light pollution create the perfect scene to look for other beings."
Fauna of Lake Simtustus Resort
Flora of Lake Simtustus Resort
Bird Watching
Hiking
Geocaching
The Geology of The Deschutes Basin
Off Lake Activities
Juniper Butte
Juniper Butte is a 6.4 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Culver, Oregon that features beautiful wildflowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and walking. | |
Location: | Crooked River National Grasslands |