Couples Fall Guide

Sunrise Hikes

Dreaming of a romantic sunrise hike? Discover the best trails for couples to watch the sunrise together:

• Pilot Butte
• Smith Rock State Park
• Tumalo Mountain
• Black Butte
• Mirror Lake
• Sparks Lake
• South Sister

Date Night Out

Central Oregon isn't just breweries and food truck pods, it's also home to many dining options perfect for celebrating love:

• The Brickhouse Bend (Steakhouse)
• Ariana Bend (American, French, Italian)
• Trattoria Sbandati, Bend (Italian)
• Five Fusion, Bend (Asian, Japanese, Sushi)
• Bosa, Bend (Italian & French)
• The Hook & Plow, Bend (American)
• Zydeco Kitchen, Bend (From-scratch kitchen)
• Diego's Spirited Kitchen, Redmond (Mexican)
• Terra, Redmond (Mediterranean)
• Oishi, Redmond (Sushi)
• Marcello's Cucina, Sunriver (Italian)
• Lake House, Sunriver (Pacific Northwest Cuisine)

Guided Tours

Spend the day exploring Central Oregon together on a guided tour with Wanderlust Tours. Here are some of our favorite adventures:

• Fall Paddling Tours
• Brews & Views Paddling Tour
• Moonlight & Starling Canoe Tour
• Lava Tube Cave Tours
• Central Oregon Volcano Tours
• Starlight Cave Tours

Stargaze

Dreaming of a night under the stars? Discover the magic of stargazing with your partner in Central Oregon:

• Oregon Observatory
• Pine Mountain Observatory
• Dee Wright Observatory
• Worthy Enviromental Hopservatory
• Oregon Badlands Wilderness Area 
• Prineville Reservoir State Park
• Asterick Observatory

Hot Air Balloon Rides

Experience the beauty of fall with Big Sky Balloon Company’s hot air balloon tours. Float above Central Oregon’s vibrant autumn landscapes, golden forests, and the Cascade Mountains for an unforgettable adventure. Perfect for a romantic outing or a seasonal escape!

Great for Couples

Our vacation rentals are the perfect place to getaway with that special someone this winter—many feature fireplaces and hot tubs, and most are pet-friendly (so you can bring that fur-baby you love along, too). For adventure seekers, we love Buckboard Getaway and Topflite 7 around Sunriver! For couples looking to experience Bend like a local, we love Ogden Cottage and Cumberland Bungalow.

Picnic Spots

Pack a picnic and enjoy a romantic day with your partner in the scenic beauty of Central Oregon’s parks and riverside spots.

• Shevlin Park
• Sparks Lake
• Smith Rock State Park
• Tumalo State Park
• Drake Park
• Green Lakes
• Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

Pumpkin Patch

Enjoy a cozy autumn day with your partner at Smith Rock Ranch, where you can wander through a corn maze, take a hayride, and pick the perfect pumpkin—all with the stunning backdrop of Smith Rock. Or, discover local handmade gifts and specialty items at the Schillings Garden Market pumpkin patch.

For even more seasonal fun, visit DD Ranch, featuring pumpkin patches, pony rides, and a petting zoo. While it’s not dog-friendly, it’s a wonderful spot to soak up the charm of fall with your favorite person!