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As noted
in numerous national, international, and regional publications,
Central Oregon is an amazing place to live. Many people are
attracted to this region of the country because of its casual
atmosphere, geographic diversity, safety, and low cost of housing.
In addition, the mild four season climate has attracted both
permanent and extended-stay residents, while contributing to the
development of a booming tourist industry.
As is imaginable, Central Oregon highlights the best of all
seasons. For example, Autumn ushers in breathtakingly colorful
fall foliage, while Winter allows outdoor adventurers to engage in
scenic hiking and skiing expeditions. The region enjoys
approximately 300 sunny days per year. This sunshine is boosted
by a steadily dry climate, although many micro climate variations
exist among the surrounding cities.
Aside from weather conditions, the quality of life in Central
Oregon is extremely high for a number of reasons. Central Oregon
has emerged as a booming tourist attraction because of its unique
and picturesque geography. Wildlife is very much in the forefront
of the tourist eye in Central Oregon. This area, located East of
the Cascade Mountains, features an abundance of wildlife and
scenic beauty that has captured the photographic eyes of everyone
who visits the area.
Central Oregon's geographic
diversity has enticed the visitors to the area to experience the
numerous outdoor recreational opportunities which exist on
the High Desert as it is commonly referred to. Some of the
most popular activities are fly-fishing, skiing, snowboarding,
cycling, canoeing, white-water rafting, and hiking. Culturally,
Central Oregon is also host to a variety of special events, music
festivals, fine dining restaurants, art exhibits, the nationally
renowned Bend Film Festival, the Deschutes County Fair and
Exposition, and so much more.
As a result, those who have paid a visit to the area have chosen
to relocate for a number of reasons. First and foremost of
course is for the quality of life. This of course has led to
a real estate sales boom over the last several years. People
have been are attracted to this region because of the desirable
climate and relatively affordable cost of high-quality housing.
This has also contributed to the recent overall population boom in
the area. Economists have tracked the total population for
the Central Oregon area which has increased by 53% between
1995-2005.
The Central Oregon region, is comprised of several cities which,
include Bend,
Redmond, Sisters, Sunriver, Lapine, Prineville and Madras.
Vacation homes are a hot commodity in communities such as Sunriver,
Bend, Sisters and the many resort communities such as Black Butte,
Eagle Crest, and the Pronghorn.
However, Bend has continued to be one of the most desired places
to live. This city has been noted as a comfortable city for
retirement, and as an ideal site to start a family, allowing
recent casual visitors to escape the hectic pace from which they
came from. As for the outdoor enthusiast, the sky, literally, is
the limit.
Recently having ranked as the sixth fastest growing urban area in
the United States has further boosted the popularity of Bend,
Oregon, and the general Central Oregon area. Come and see
what Central Oregon has in store for you!
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