Apr 28 2008
Redmond: Central to Central Oregon
So, if Central Oregon is in the center of Oregon, then what’s in the center of Central Oregon? Smack dab in the middle, it’s Redmond.
A bustling and growing city of 23,500 (circa 2006), Redmond is conveniently and centrally located between Bend, Sisters, Prineville and Madras. Its size makes it so one can find a number of resources, services and employment options in town, yet its location allows residents only a 15 – 20 minute commute to other areas if needed. One place to spend time in Redmond is the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center. This facility is a big reason why people from all over the world travel to Redmond with about every imaginable event being held there from rodeos, concerts, conventions, home shows, sports events and more. It doesn’t hurt that Roberts Field, Redmond Municipal Airport, is right down the road from the Expo Center.
The air travel gateway to Central Oregon, Roberts Field now has more than 40 arriving and departing flights from Eugene, Portland, Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle. For recreation, Redmond is at the center of great outdoor adventures. From world-class rock climbing at Smith Rock to tennis, biking and golf at Eagle Crest Resort to camping, fishing and boating at Lake Billy Chinook, you have it all close to town. In Redmond, there’s plenty of adventure, too. On the golf note, Juniper Golf Course was rated as one of 2006’s best new courses by Golf Digest magazine . . . and it’s public, folks. Then there’s the charmingly unique Petersen’s Rock Garden & Museum, a fascinating oddity recommended highly as a must-see for anyone.
Involved in real estate, we have talked with a lot of people about their reasons for moving to Redmond. The majority said it is because they fell in love with the 360 degree views and the endless activities and adventures that they can share with their family and friends. On top of that, they said they appreciated the hometown hospitality that you get as if you’ve lived here your whole life. With those reasons, we don’t think it’s any wonder why Redmond is a great place to live and one of the fastest growing cities in Oregon.
Redmond resources link: http://www.visitredmondoregon.com/
Deschutes Country Fair & Expo Center: http://www.expo.deschutes.org/
Roberts Field: http://www.ci.redmond.or.us/internet/content/view/233/292/
Smith Rock link: http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_51.php
Eagle Crest: http://www.eagle-crest.com/
Lake Billy Chinook link: http://www.lakebillychinook.com/
Juniper Golf Course: http://www.junipergolf.com/
Obsidian Meadows: http://woodhillhomes.net/blog/category/obsidian-meadows
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