Holiday Farm Resort - Historic Restaurant by the McKenzie River
About Cottages Restaurant Spa H Gift Shop Recreation Directions Testimonials Photo Gallery Contact
                                     
 

Recreation & Nearby Attractions

*Lakes
*Reservoirs
*Hiking
*
Climbing
*Snowshoeing
*Skiing
*Fishing
*Rafting
*P
laces & Sights of
  Interest
*Other Area
  Lodging


Holiday Farm Resort


Recreation & Nearby Attractions

Your choices for outdoor activities are limitless at the Holiday Farm Resort. River guides recognized by the McKenzie River Guides Association offer private fishing trips in their McKenzie Drift Boats; White Water Rafting trips are also available. The nationally recognized Tokatee Golf Course is only one mile away. Scenic drives are close by, and hiking and biking trails are endless. Enjoy many activities … or simply relax on your deck overlooking the McKenzie River.

King Road Stables riding at Holiday Farm ResortRiding

King Road Stables
Located 2 miles from the Holiday Farm Resort. Come and enjoy a relaxing dinner ride on our beautiful trails to the Holiday Farm resort. For more information please call King Road Stables at 541-228-4270 to book your reservation or email them from their website.

Lakes & Reservoirs

Blue River Dam and Reservoir
Miles of shoreline, easy access boat ramps, fun for fisherman & boaters alike.
» learn more

Cougar Reservoir
When full, Cougar Reservoir stretches for 6 miles and covers 1,280 acres, with 25 milles of shoreline, easy access boat ramps, water skiing and fishing.
» learn more

Suttle Lake
Suttle Lake is located about 15 miles northwest of Sisters on the U.S. Highway 20. Fishing, hiking and boating, with a ramp and lodging available at Suttle Lake Resort.
» learn more

Scott Lake
Just off scenic highway 242, with camping, picnicking and fishing and the Three Sisters across the lake.
» learn more

Carmen, Smith and Trial Bridge Reservoirs
Camping, picnic facilities, fishing and boat launches are available at all three reservoirs. The McKenzie River National Recreation Trail goes through the project area and runs past Sahalie, Koosah and Tamolitch falls. Beaver Marsh is a popular wildlife and nature area that has been preserved by EWEB.
» learn more

Clear Lake
The head-waters of the McKenzie River. There is a beautiful 5 mile loop hike around the lake.
» learn more


Hiking, Climbing, Snowshoeing & Skiing

Hiking near Holiday Farm Resort Willamette National Forest
The Willamette National Forest (WNF) offers a wide variety of recreation opportunities during summer and winter months. Its central location makes it accessible to day-trippers and vacationers alike. Seven major volcanic peaks exist within the Forest's boundary, and the Cascade mountains offer virtually endless recreation opportunities such as developed campgrounds, trails, Scenic Byways, snow activities and ski resorts. Most of the trails and sites listed below are within the WNF.
WNF Recreation Page and Trip Planner Map

Three Sisters Wilderness
There are approximately 260 miles of trail within the wilderness. The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail traverses the wilderness for 40 miles. Alpine meadows, waterfalls, lava fields, glaciers, and glacial lakes are abundant. Most trails entering the wilderness begin in dense forests of Douglas-fir on the western slopes of the Cascades and ponderosa pine on the eastern slopes. The North and Middle Sisters are technical climbs over 10,000 ft. The South Sister is more accessible, with hundreds of people climbing to the 10,358 ft. peak with no special gear in the summer months.
» learn more

Dee Wright Observatory
An excellent view of the high mountain peaks of the Cascades, from Mount Hood in the North to the Sisters and Brokentop in the South. There are many miles of trails through the black lava beds, and this also serves as an access point for the Pacific Crest Trail.
» learn more

Obsidian Falls
A loop trail from Sunshine Shelter takes the hiker by cold high mountain springs, wildflowers, and obsidian flows and cliffs to a beautiful waterfall.
» learn more

Proxy Falls
A short hike form the highway to view two beautiful falls.
» learn more

Koosah & Sahalie Falls
Both of the falls are very beautiful and offer excellent views for the sightseer and photographer.
» learn more


High Country Expeditions Rafting near Holiday Farm ResortFishing and Rafting

High Country Expeditions
A great rafting outfit, their McKenzie trips pull out right at Holiday Farm Resort. High Country Expeditions offers unforgettable whitewater river rafting, scenic floats & custom fishing drift boat trips. Located in McKenzie Bridge, with a focus on safety and fun and specializing on the Upper "Wild & Scenic" McKenzie River, High Country Expeditions caters to the full spectrum of river adventures, fun and exciting for the whole family. Trips range from 2 hours to 2 days and are available daily.

Contact High Country Expeditions at 1.888.461.7238 / 541.822.8288 or
www.highcountryexpeditions.com

59296 N. Belknap Springs Rd.
PO Box 387
McKenzie Bridge, OR 97413

A Helfrich Outfitters
The HELFRICH TRADITION of over three-quarters of a century guiding on Oregon and Idaho rivers is being further enhanced today by Aaron and Jonnie Helfrich.  A Helfrich River Trip with these two will be very memorable.  We carve out rafting trips of varying lengths--9.5 miles for a half-day run, 13 to 16 for a full day and suggest the section of the McKenzie River appropriate to the paddling skills and experience of our guests--and the time they have available.  Offering full-day and half-day fishing trips for novice to expert anglers.  A Helfrich Outfitter, LLC has earned its reputation largely on customizing our trips to suit our guests.  Come join us! 

Contact A Helfrich Outfitter,
LLC
2605 Harvest Lane
Springfield, OR 97477
541-726-5039
800-328-7688

All Star Outfitters
All-Star Outfitters is your McKenzie River, Oregon rafting, fishing and team-building leader. We specialize in unique McKenzie River adventures that are customized to meet the needs and goals of our clients.

Our guides are licensed by the Oregon State Marine Board, hold current first-aid and CPR cards and have completed white water rescue training.

We take pride in the quality and safety of our trips. We do not hire first year guides. We offer gourmet meals, expert rafting guides, fishing guides that guarantee fish and the finest gear in the industry. What more could you ask for? Whether it’s mild or wild that you desire, it’s All-Star Outfitters that you should hire!
Book your next outdoor adventure today.

Contact AllStar Outfitters

Phone: 541-914-2886
allstarraft@aol.com
P.O. Box 40584 Eugene, OR 97404

www.all-staroutfitters.com


Other Local Fishing & Rafting Guides

We have a list of local guides for fishing and rafting who are registered with the McKenzie River Guides Association. Please call for information.
1-541-822-3725 (local)


Places & Sights of Interest

Tokatee Golf Course
A spectacular 18-hole championship course.
» learn more

Belknap Covered Bridge
The newest rebuilt covered bridge in Lane County. The old bridge was washed out during the Christmas flood of 1964.
» learn more

Hoodoo Ski Area
A busy ski bowl with a brand new lodge and state of the art lifts.
» learn more

McKenzie Drift Boats
Home of the original McKenzie and Rogue River drift boat models.
» learn more

United States Basketball Academy
» learn more

McKenzie Airstrip
A state operated airfield for small aircraft, private planes.
» learn more


Other Area Lodging

Harbicks Country Inn
Additional lodging near Holiday Farm Resort is available at the Harbicks Country Inn.

The Lodge at Suttle Lake
Additional lodging in the area is also available at the The Lodge at Suttle Lake
.

 

Holiday Farm Resort on the McKenzie River
Blue River, Oregon
1-541-822-3725 (local)
© 2007