Riley Ranch Nature Reserve, Lake County Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  From the center of Lake County, head north on US-97 N. Continue on US-97 N for approximately 50 miles. Take the exit toward OR-31 S/La Pine. Merge onto OR-31 S and continue for about 25 miles. Turn left onto Glen Vista Rd. Continue on Glen Vista Rd for about 2 miles until you reach Riley Ranch Nature Reserve at 19975 Glen Vista Rd, Bend, OR 97701. Note that there may be parking fees if the park has designated parking areas.

• Public Transportation

  Start by taking a bus from Lake County to Bend, Oregon, which is the nearest city with public transport options. Check local schedules for the best route, as services may be limited. Once in Bend, you can use local transit or rideshare services (like Uber or Lyft) to reach Riley Ranch Nature Reserve. The reserve is about 10 miles from downtown Bend, so plan for a short ride and check for any applicable fare costs.

• Biking

  For those adventurous enough to bike, begin from downtown Bend. Head northeast on NE 3rd St toward NE Franklin Ave. Continue onto NE 27th St, which will lead you out of town. Follow the signs for Glen Vista Rd. The ride is approximately 10 miles and can take about an hour depending on your pace. Make sure to wear a helmet and follow all safety regulations, as some parts may have traffic.