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Prineville: We’re Worth the Trip.
Road Trippin Central Oregon
Day Trippin’ events can be for locals or regional community folks seeking a little break from the norm. Why Prineville? Less than an hour drive. Slower paced. Lots of history. Abundant recreation, merchants and leisure opportunity. Let us start you off with a downtown day trip.
Town Trippin’
Start your day with a coffee and pastry at Golden Coffee Co. while sharing conversation with your traveling group. Head on foot over to the nearby Crook County Courthouse (you’ll feel the reason inside). It’s a block down to catch The Bowman Museum (also a VIPee stop location) and a chance to tour the Belknap House Exhibit Center. Across the street, is a must-have lunch from Dad’s Place Diner. Can’t head home without souvenirs, two blocks west on 3rd Street are The Pink Poppy and Sweet Willow Co. gift stores. If you’re feeling adventurous and want to walk off lunch, head two more blocks to Fae Fire Shop. Make your own candle right here in Prineville! Can’t beat this day!
Golden Coffee
129 NW 4th St,
Prineville, OR 97754
Stop 1. In the heart of downtown, Golden has excellent baristas and a cool vibe environment for kicking off the day or slipping in a nice social or work meeting.
C.C. Courthouse
300 NE 3rd St,
Prineville, OR 97754
Stop 2. It’s accessible to the public, and the court rooms, stairwells and architecture are worth the visit. We swear you can feel the spirits there! Call ahead about clock tower access.
The Belknap Exhibit
136 NE 3rd St,
Prineville, OR 97754
Stop 4. Use the back door exit at Bowman Museum to meander past the historical train car and into the newly constructed exhibit center at the Belknap House. Changing exhibits and well worth the tour.
Dad’s Place Diner
229 N Main St,
Prineville, OR 97754
Stop 5. Could be nothing better. Historical buildings, old style diner complete with diner counter and swivel stools. Incredible food, the locals LOVE it here. Take pictures and may we suggest buying a mug.
The Pink Poppy
235 NW 3rd St,
Prineville, OR 97754
Stop 6. This local gift shop, home décor and other fine products from local artisan’s is worth the time to help punctuate your Trippin Day. The owner Siana, a delightful conversationalist will have you happy you stopped in.
Sweet Willow Co.
233 NW 3rd St,
Prineville, OR 97754
Stop 7. Block out some time for this store. You’re bound to find a memento or two or three given the diverse selections. This neighbor to The Pink Poppy, makes for a solid one, two punch!
