The Cascade Mountains seem to sparkle more when viewed from Sisters than from anywhere else we know. Maybe it's the contrast between the cold snowy peaks, the lush green meadows and the soft ponderosa pine trees. Strolling along the sidewalks until a display of pottery, artwork or gift wares lures you in is a very popular pastime in this tourist town. Lunches are generally terrific at the small eateries scattered between the shops.
Sisters gets more snow and keeps it longer than the other towns in Central Oregon.
During winter there's a good chance you'll be able to Nordic ski or snowshoe from your door. Just outside town is the pristine Deschutes National Forest, where you can hike to the top of Black Butte cinder cone. Two fabulous daytrips are within 20 minutes of Sisters. First, drive west on U.S. Highway 20 to Camp Sherman and hike through a pine forest along the incredibly beautiful Metolius River. Ore. Highway 242 to McKenzie Pass for some beautiful vistas and an interesting interpretive walk through lava fields.