John Fremont Meadow is located at the far end of Shevlin Park. It is approximately a 40 minute leisurely walk from the main parking area. It is located along Tumalo Creek.  These images were taken early April – the meadow would be green in early Summer.

There is a standard forest toilet on site (primative) and the road can be opened to allow production vehicles.

City of Bend Park and Recreation require permits for film use.  Please allow for at lease one month permitting process, particularly in the Summer.

 

 

 

Cover Park Palisades and images from inside the park.

State Park. Please apply for permits at least one month in advance.-

 

Antone Ranch is a private 37,000 acre working ranch in the Ochoco Mountains, approximately 30 minutes from Mitchell in Eastern Oregon.  Accommodation is onsite, consisting of large and small cabins.  The property can bring in their own chef to cater for your crew.

Antone Ranch

 

Slough Day Use Area is located on the Upper Deschutes River and has a gentle river flow, a good amount of parking for a small shoot and six tables.  It is open from 6am-10pm.  There is a boat ramp for easy access to the river.

The river is surrounded by ponderosa trees and water reeds, and is reasonably deep, starting at about a foot.

The unpaved/dirt road in is bumpy and should be approached slowly.

Permits are required from the Deschutes National Forest Service and should be requested between 21-30 days in advance of your shoot.

Lava Island is a small island made of lava across from the Deschutes River. There is a  trail along the Deschutes River Trail, leading to Big Eddy.  It is incredibly picturesque with a small launch area for kayaks and canoes.  There is parking for approximately 10 cars.

Commercial filming permits must be obtained from the Deschutes National Forest Service between 21-30 days in advance of any shooting.