One of the best things about staying at Juniper Preserve is having everything you need for the best vacation right at your fingertips. Our Central Oregon resort is home to world-class golf courses, a tranquil spa, and delicious dining options. Most importantly, we offer several different accommodation styles. If you’re wondering which of our lodging [read more…]
Vacations are the perfect time to recharge your batteries, but what if there was a way to feel even more rejuvenated? Luckily, there is! Planning a personal wellness retreat to Juniper Preserve in Oregon is the ultimate R&R experience. Our wellness resort near Bend is the perfect destination for anyone looking to enjoy a customized [read more…]
By Shoshi Parks Feb 19, 2025 Wearing only a swimsuit, I stand at the edge of the Deschutes River in the first major snowstorm of Bend, Oregon’s winter season. “Try not to hesitate!” Halina Kowalski-Thompson, founder of Gather Sauna House, calls. “Right now. Go all the way out.” I walk forward, the water surging over [read more…]
Planning a solo vacation is the perfect way to truly unwind and recharge your batteries. At Juniper Preserve, you can craft your ideal getaway surrounded by stunning landscapes, luxurious amenities, and endless opportunities for adventure. Whether you’re seeking relaxation, personal growth, or a bit of both, we’re here to ensure your stay is unforgettable. Keep [read more…]
As physical and mental wellness takes center stage, progressive restaurants are stepping up to define the movement. Martin Sunberg With chef Ryan Eisert at the helm, Iris and Blue Bar’s menus rotate seasonally. January is not just a time for fresh starts and reinvigorated goals; The new calendar year often coincides with an increased focus [read more…]
Welcome to Golfweek’s Best 2025 list of top resort golf courses in the United States. The hundreds of members of our course-ratings panel continually evaluate courses and rate them based on our 10 criteria. They also file a single, overall rating on each course. Those overall ratings on each course are averaged to produce a final, [read more…]
Tucked away in a juniper forest in Central Oregon is Juniper Preserve. This Bend resort is home to everything from the nationally recognized Pronghorn Golf Club to a unique lava cave to the peaceful Juniper Spa. With so many incredible on-site amenities, you never have to worry about running out of things to do. In [read more…]
Countless things make Juniper Preserve unique and stand out from other places to stay near Bend. From our tranquil on-site spa to world-class golf courses to phenomenal dining options, there’s no shortage of amenities that make our property one of the best resorts in Central Oregon. Perhaps one of the most unique features at our [read more…]
Juniper Preserve (formerly known as Pronghorn Resort) introduces two new restaurant concepts in the form of Iris and Blue Bar. Iris boasts a menu inspired by the Central Oregon landscape. With a dish on the menu for every diet and taste, guests will enjoy unique ingredients and spins on foods that could otherwise be mundane. Whether it be [read more…]
A reason for a locals’ staycation Two new restaurant concepts at Juniper Preserve, the resort at the Pronghorn Golf Club, are offering a reason for a locals’ staycation. Juniper Preserve introduced Iris and Blue Bar, its newest restaurant and lounge, in September. Martin Sunberg The culinary offerings, the vision of Chef Ryan Eisert, incorporate ingredients [read more…]
A unique and exclusive resort deserves remarkable dining, and Juniper Preserve is no exception. Situated amongst 640 acres of 1,000-year-old juniper forests, Juniper Preserve offers a phenomenal and unique resort experience in Bend, Oregon. Known for its wellness retreats and award-winning golf courses, the resort offers a one-stop getaway for those near and far. Most recently, the [read more…]
Set amid a 1,000-year-old juniper forest on 640 stunning acres of Central Oregon’s sweeping high desert landscape, Juniper Preserve is a destination-worthy retreat with standout spa, fitness, meditation, and wellness offerings. (Not to mention an oversized outdoor pool with a hot tub and barrel sauna with stunning views of a petrified “ghost forest” and the [read more…]
No matter the time of year, there’s no shortage of things to do on a vacation to Juniper Preserve. Nestled in the juniper forest of Central Oregon, our stunning resort is the ideal destination for anyone looking to take a break from everyday life for a while. There’s something truly extra magical about our resort [read more…]
When it first opened in 2004, Pronghorn was strictly private and its Nicklaus Course was ranked by Golf Digest as No. 2 among America’s Best New Private Courses (a second members-only 18 from Tom Fazio opened three years later). A few years back, the club began allowing public play on its Nicklaus design, now ranked [read more…]
In the regions of the U.S. that are already seeing the leaves turn from green to orange and red, there is another form of green on the mind of golfers—the grass on their golf courses. For some, that green will be covered in the white of snow at some point. Accompanying that will be the [read more…]
Autumn is a magical time in Central Oregon. Clear days and gorgeous fall colors are perfect for taking in the region’s natural beauty, whether from aboard one of Big Sky Balloon Co.’s hot-air balloons or on a hike through the forest. It’s also a time to celebrate the season’s bounty at the Sisters Harvest Faire, Bend Fall Festival, and local farmers markets. Fall [read more…]
For many golfers outside Oregon, Bandon Dunes Golf Resort isn’t just at the top of the list for great golf in the state—it is the list. But as good as Bandon’s golf offerings are, with all five of its 18-hole courses nationally ranked among public courses by every conceivable publication, there is a wealth of [read more…]
At Juniper Preserve, we always look for ways to improve our guest experience. This includes offering a calendar filled with a range of experiences like concerts in the cave and mat pilates. It also means looking for ways to bring you outstanding new dining options. That is why we are thrilled to announce the opening [read more…]
Juniper Preserve (Bend, OR) Known as one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier wellness destinations, Juniper Preserve offers holistic experiences in the Cascade Mountain range. A dip in the heated pool and new poolside sauna is almost mandatory after enjoying the on-site lava cave, plush tipi, and spirit island, all primed for relaxation activities. juniperpreserve.com Originally [read more…]
Whether it’s a corporate retreat, an incentive meeting or a creative, team-building workshop, these hotels on the West Coast offer charm and character that go beyond the standard conference space environment. Juniper Preserve in Bend, Oregon Located on 20,000 acres of federally protected land, Juniper Preserve in Oregon incorporates the best of nature and wellness with [read more…]