Every time I go to the Metolius River, I am reminded of the words Jeff Perin, owner of the Fly Fisher’s Place in Sisters, told me years ago during a fishing outing on the renowned river: “This place ...

General area: Camp Sherman (near Sisters, Ore., just across the Santiam Pass and about two hours and 15 minutes from Salem). Fees: None. Trail distances: 29.5 total miles on the Allingham Loop (3.3 ...

In a state overflowing with beautiful rivers, the Metolius River might just be the crown jewel. The river emerges fully-grown from springs on the north side of Black Butte and flows freely nearly 30 ...

If Oregon place names had a dictionary, Metolius would be a synonym for magic. The Metolius Basin has a way of casting a spell on just about everyone who visits. The basin begins atop Santiam Pass and ...

CAMP SHERMAN, Ore. — Gary Guttormsen has heard the question more than once. The chairman of the Sisters, Ore., Trail Alliance often fields questions from people seeking an outstanding bike ride with ...

Where: Near Camp Sherman (across the Santiam Pass near Sisters in Central Oregon). Trail distance: 5.4 miles. Climb: Minimal. Difficulty: Easy to moderate. Small car access: Yes. Fees: None.

CAMP SHERMAN, Ore. — Gary Guttormsen has heard the question more than once. The chairman of the Sisters Trail Alliance often fields questions from people seeking an outstanding bike ride with options ...

CAMP SHERMAN, Ore. (AP) - Gary Guttormsen has heard the question more than once. The chairman of the Sisters Trail Alliance often fields questions from people seeking an outstanding bike ride with ...