Local Guide

To Do

Mckenzie River Rafting

  • We’ve arranged a half-day rafting trip through Horse Creek Lodge on Saturday, May 25. Use the link below to reserve your space on the raft.

    Reserve Now

  • Half day trips start at $70 per person.

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St. Benedict Lodge & Chapel

  • Those seeking Catholic Mass can find it at St. Benedict’s Lodge:

    • Saturday Vigil - 5:00 PM

    • Sunday - 9:30 AM

Belknap Hot Springs

  • A short 6 minute drive from Loloma Lodge, Belknap Hot Springs offers a spring fed pool for day use guests. The pools are immediately adjacent to the hotel and easily accessible from the parking lot.

    9 am to 5 pm for day use

  • $10 per person for a 1 hour soak

Waterfalls Trail Loop

  • This stunning short trail passes through an old growth conifer forest as it reaches the Sahalie Falls and Koosah Falls viewpoints. The path is paved and fully accessible.

  • Bring cash for day parking fees.

Tokatee Golf Club

  • Tokatee is an 18-hole course offering an incredible mix of postcard vistas and championship golf

  • Rates start at $39 per person for 9 holes and $59 per person for 18. Golf carts are available.

Eugene Saturday Market

  • Take an hour drive back in to town to experience exceptional food and craft markets in Downtown Eugene.

    Saturdays, 10 am to 4 pm

Blue Pool Hike

  • See one of Oregon’s iconic natural wonders. Beautiful pools, waterfalls, and lush forest await you in this flat 3.6 mile hike.

  • Bring cash for day parking fees.

Clear Lake Loop

  • This 4.6 mile looped trail around Clear Lake is a perfect mountain biking experience featuring views of lava fields, old-growth, and the start of the McKenzie River. Rated as easy to moderate, the front half offers beginners an excellent adventure, while the back side of the loop weaves through lava fields and adds a technical element for more advanced riders.

  • Bring cash for day parking fees.

Half Day in Sisters, Oregon

  • An easy — and very cool — 1 hour drive over the McKenzie Pass will land you in the high desert town of Sisters, Oregon. Go there to shop, see panoramic views of the Cascade range, and possibly spot a cowboy or two.

Terwilliger Hot Springs

  • Take a short hike (1/4 mile) to soak at this clothing-optional hot spring.

    Note: this part of Oregon suffered from heavy wildfire damage in recent years. You will see burn area immediately adjacent to pools.

    Open from sunrise to sunset

  • Cost is $10 per person for two hours. Bring cash.

O’Leary Mountain Trail

  • Looking for a challenge? The 9.1 mile O'Leary Ridge Trail takes you deep, deep into the forest of the Cascade Mountains. Discover beautiful wildflowers, mountain views and gorgeous backcountry. The trail covers rugged terrain and some tough climbs.

  • Bring cash for day parking fees.

Cocktails at Suttle Lodge

  • A 45 minute drive from McKenzie Bridge, Suttle Lodge sits on beautiful Suttle Lake. Go there to hike around the lake or sit by the grand fireplace of the main lodge with a cocktail or beer.

    9 am to 9pm most days

To Eat

McKenzie General Store

  • A historic market and restaurant with a patio and locally sourced ingredients on the menu.

  • 8 am to 9 pm, Thursday through Saturday, and 8 am to 8 pm, Sunday through Monday.

Albertsons (Springfield)

  • The closest large grocery market in Springfield, OR. Those coming from Eugene will drive by on their way to McKenzie Bridge.

    5755 Main St, Springfield, OR 97478

  • 6 am to 12 am, all days

Takoda’s Rainbow

  • A casual burger and pizza joint with a large patio.

  • 11 am to 8 pm daily

1966 Grill at Tokatee

  • Casual American and Mexican fare from Tokatee Golf Club. Open to the public.

  • 9 am to 6 pm, Friday through Sunday

McKenzie Station Pub

  • A casual and quirky pub with full bar and menu.

  • 8:30 am to 8 pm, Wednesday through Sunday