Clear Lake
Small store and restaurant on site (left hand side)
Clear Lake
Small store and restaurant on site (left hand side)
Fish Lake Campground and Cabin area are part of the Fish Lake Historic Site, also known as the Fish Lake Remount Depot, along the McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass and the West Cascades National Scenic Byways.
During the 1920’s, it served as the field and dispatch headquarters for the Santiam National Forest, (the predecessor of the Willamette National Forest) and as such has several buildings on site with a day use area with picnic tables and interpretive signs.. A viewing platform takes you to the lake’s edge. Fish Lake is a seasonal lake that only has water in winter and spring. In the summer, the water drains underground, leaving a lush meadow (images below).
There are two rustic cabins on site and a restroom in the day area. The area is particularly colorful in the Fall.
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Restroom in parking area
Ranch at the Canyons is a private 1,700 acre residential community along the Crooked River at the base of Smith Rock State Park.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, the Ranch offers breathtaking views of the towering Cascade Range, the desert canyons of Smith Rock State Park, two miles of the Crooked River and more than a dozen lakes spread throughout the property. In addition to natural beauty, there is also access to the Old Winery Clubhouse and Guest Villa, the Tuscan Stables, and Monkey Face Vineyard.
Excellent alternative to Smith Rock which is rarely available for filming due to wildlife restrictions and overuse.
There is plenty of space for parking on site, and a stable for tech and catering (to be brought on site).
Accommodation is available nearby in Redmond, and also at Eagle Crest Resort.
Location fee payable to the Property. They would prefer as much advance notice as possible.
Images taken June around 2pm. Best times to shoot are sunrise and sunset.
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Crooked River
Old Homestead opposite the property
Iconic Monkey Face of Smith Rock
View of Smith Rock across the Crooked River
Dining table.
Entrance to the development
Ranch at the Canyons accommodation (primarily used for weddings)
Twin Lakes Resort is located in the Cascade Lakes Region of Central Oregon. Located on the shores of South Twin Lake, there is an RV park close by on the banks of the Deschutes Channel of Wickiup Reservoir. Twin Lakes Resort is an excellent location for fishing and family fun, and would be great for branded content shoots. It is open year round with a full service restaurant, java hut, and charming country store. There is also a private dining area for hire.
There are cabins for rent on site, and lakeside.
Location fee required payable to the Resort.
Images taken mid-October. 10am.
Drive through Coffee hut and gas pump
Restaurant
Dining area
Retail store
Marina
The Deschutes River Trail is connected by a footbridge 1.5 miles upstream from Farewell Bend Park bridge. The West side is known as the Mt. Bachelor Village Trail. It is open to pedestrians, but cyclists are not allowed. An alternative cycling route connects from the Bill Healy Bridge to the Haul Road Trail along Century Drive.
Images taken incorporate the west side down towards the Bill Healy Bridge, and along the trail. There is parking on the opposite side of the bridge (Old Mill side), and two restrooms.
Large productions/ trucks may be a challenge, however there is parking up the road from the bridge.
Images taken April 20, 2017.
Permits required by Bend Park and Recreation, and must be applied for at least 21 days in advance of the shoot.