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La-Pine
Eden Index
Climate
8.0
•
Recreation
7.2
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
La Pine, Oregon is a small town located in Deschutes County, in the central part of the state. The climate in La Pine is characterized by four distinct seasons. Winters are cold and snowy, with average temperatures ranging from the 20s to low 40s Fahrenheit, while summers are warm and dry, with temperatures reaching the 80s and occasionally 90s. Spring and fall are mild with moderate rainfall.
La Pine is surrounded by several lakes and rivers, making it a hydrologically diverse area. The town is situated near the Deschutes River, which offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife viewing. Additionally, nearby lakes such as Wickiup Reservoir and Paulina Lake are popular for water sports, camping, and hiking.
Outdoor recreation is abundant in La Pine, with access to the Deschutes National Forest. The forest provides opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding on numerous trails. In the winter, residents and visitors can enjoy snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Overall, La Pine offers a picturesque natural environment and various outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.0
La-Pine receives approximately
513mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 60%
and air temperatures averaging around
7°C.
La-Pine has a plant hardyness factor of
6, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region thrive during a short period during spring and early summer. Most
plants will die off during the colder winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Deschutes
Area Rivers
Deschutes
Snowpack Depths
Deschutes
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Deschutes
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 7.2
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Bend | 12 | 4,263 ft | |||
| Big River | 11 | 4,170 ft | |||
| Fall River | 12 | 4,268 ft | |||
| Prairie | 16 | 4,304 ft | |||
| Pringle Falls | 7 | 4,232 ft | |||
| Wickiup Butte | 12 | 4,347 ft | |||
| Mckay Crossing | 10 | 4,758 ft | |||
| Boundary Spring | 6 | 4,593 ft | |||
| Soda Creek | 10 | 5,441 ft | |||
| Cy Bingham County Park | 10 | 4,459 ft | |||
| Three Creek Lake | 13 | 6,538 ft | |||
| Lapine State Park | 129 | 4,239 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 2.4
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.