Dillon Falls

Dillon Falls and Trail.  
Dillon Falls is located about 20 minutes outside Bend, off the Cascade Lakes Highway.
Toilet, picnic tables and parking close to trails.

The Falls are a short walk up from the winding river trail. There’s easily accessible parking for a few vehicles, and a public restroom maintained by the Deschutes  Forest Service.  Please give at least three weeks advance notice for permit applications.

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Taken April 25, 8.30am

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Black Butte Ranch View (Winter)

Black Butte Ranch is  private resort community in Deschutes County. It is located in the Cascade Range, 8 miles northwest of Sisters. The population was 366 at the 2010 census. 
 
Elevation: 3,350′
Weather: 52°F (11°C), Wind W at 6 mph (10 km/h), 76% Humidity
Population: 366 (2010)
Area: 8.22 mi² (8.2 mi² Land / 13 acres Water)
 
Permit required.
 
Parking on site.
Private Fire Station on site.

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Cove Palisades State Park and Lake Billy Chinook

The Cove Palisades State Park is a state park in eastern Jefferson County,  near Culver and Madras  and is administered by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.   Roads wind around Lake Billy Chinook which is a great alternative to Horseshoe Bend in Lake Powell.  Towering canyons serve as a backdrop to any shoot.
 
The park showcases winding roads for car commercials, long distance running and recreational activities.
 
Address: The Cove Palisades State Park, Culver, OR 97734
 
Special use permit required for filming from the State Park office.  Requires 21 days advance notice. 
Parking available in pull outs and larger areas.
 
Limited restroom facilities.
Images taken in May, 10am
 
 

Cove Palisades State Park

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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