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What’s New in Oregon
New Native American resort and restaurant experiences in Oregon
Interest from Canadian travellers in Indigenous tourism experiences continues to increase and visitors to Oregon can overnight with intent to support Indigenous entrepreneurs. After a multimillion-dollar and six year-long renovation, Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort recently reopened in Central Oregon by the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, debuting riverfront hot spring soaking tubs, cold plunges, poolside cabanas and lodging that includes 20 teepees, 30 hotel rooms and an RV park. The Allison Inn & Spa, a luxury resort in the Willamette Valley, also offers an Indigenous connection with Chef Jack Strong, a member of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, sharing Native stories through his dining program that spotlights First Foods at the on-site restaurant, JORY.
Oregon lights the way for wanderlust
Wanderlust Tours offers naturalist-guided tours throughout Central Oregon, and are the only guide company permitted to take visitors into the region’s vast network of lava tubes and caves. They also offer a range of unique tours above ground, especially at night and particularly in winter, including: a sunset hike and stargazing tour to Fort Rock near the Oregon Outback (the world’s largest Dark Sky Sanctuary); a snowshoeing journey at awe-inspiring Crater Lake National Park; and additional snowshoeing tours at night under the light of the moon where guests arrive upon an illuminated, hand carved amphitheater in the snow to enjoy a bonfire and stargazing. Wanderlust Tours is a founding member of Oregon’s Go With A Guide program, which encourages visitors to consider a licensed guide or outfitter to provide safe and responsible travel experiences.
