Sisters, Oregon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sisters, Oregon
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Cascade Avenue in downtown Sisters
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| Motto(s):
"The West at its best"
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Location in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Deschutes |
| Incorporated | 1946 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.93 sq mi (5.01 km2) |
| • Land | 1.93 sq mi (5.01 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,182 ft (970 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,064 |
| • Density | 1,585.10/sq mi (612.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (Pacific) |
| ZIP code |
97759
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| Area code(s) | 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-67950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1127008 |
| Website | www.ci.sisters.or.us |
Sisters is a small city in Oregon, United States. It is located in Deschutes County. The city is part of the larger Bend, Oregon area. In 2020, about 3,064 people lived there.
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History of Sisters
The city of Sisters got its name from the nearby Three Sisters mountains. These are three tall, beautiful peaks that stand out in the landscape.
Geography and Location
Sisters is a city that covers about 1.93 square miles (5.01 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Main Roads in Sisters
Two important highways, U.S. Route 20 (Santiam Highway) and Oregon Route 126 (McKenzie Highway), meet in Sisters. They form Cascade Avenue, which is the main street in downtown Sisters. This street is popular for walking and has many unique shops and art galleries.
East of Sisters, the highways split. Route 126 goes towards Redmond, and Route 20 heads to Bend. West of Sisters, the McKenzie Highway becomes Oregon Route 242. This road goes over the McKenzie Pass, which is a very scenic route through the Cascade Mountains. You can only use this road in the summer. The Santiam Highway (Route 20) continues over the Santiam Pass.
Climate in Sisters
Sisters has a climate with warm, dry summers. The average monthly temperature does not go above 71.6 degrees Fahrenheit (22 degrees Celsius). This type of weather is called a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. It is often shown as "Csb" on climate maps.
| Climate data for Sisters | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 65 (18) |
72 (22) |
78 (26) |
87 (31) |
98 (37) |
103 (39) |
109 (43) |
106 (41) |
103 (39) |
92 (33) |
73 (23) |
64 (18) |
109 (43) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 41.1 (5.1) |
45.1 (7.3) |
51.1 (10.6) |
57 (14) |
65.5 (18.6) |
74.5 (23.6) |
84.4 (29.1) |
83.5 (28.6) |
75.3 (24.1) |
62.9 (17.2) |
47.5 (8.6) |
40.5 (4.7) |
60.7 (15.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 21.3 (−5.9) |
23.3 (−4.8) |
25.9 (−3.4) |
28.4 (−2.0) |
33.8 (1.0) |
39 (4) |
42.4 (5.8) |
41.8 (5.4) |
35.5 (1.9) |
29.3 (−1.5) |
25.8 (−3.4) |
20.9 (−6.2) |
30.6 (−0.8) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −28 (−33) |
−22 (−30) |
−1 (−18) |
9 (−13) |
11 (−12) |
19 (−7) |
24 (−4) |
25 (−4) |
15 (−9) |
−4 (−20) |
−16 (−27) |
−28 (−33) |
−28 (−33) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 2.24 (57) |
1.45 (37) |
1.12 (28) |
0.79 (20) |
0.78 (20) |
0.61 (15) |
0.38 (9.7) |
0.41 (10) |
0.4 (10) |
0.95 (24) |
2.1 (53) |
2.27 (58) |
13.49 (343) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 8.3 (21) |
6.3 (16) |
3.5 (8.9) |
0.3 (0.76) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0 (0) |
0.2 (0.51) |
3.6 (9.1) |
7.9 (20) |
30.1 (76) |
| Average precipitation days | 9 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 9 | 72 |
Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 723 | — | |
| 1960 | 602 | −16.7% | |
| 1970 | 516 | −14.3% | |
| 1980 | 696 | 34.9% | |
| 1990 | 679 | −2.4% | |
| 2000 | 959 | 41.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,038 | 112.5% | |
| 2020 | 3,064 | 50.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
How Many People Live Here?
In 2010, there were 2,038 people living in Sisters. They lived in 847 households. The city had about 1,090 people per square mile. Most people (93.9%) were White. About 7.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Sisters was 41.4 years old. About 26.3% of the residents were under 18. Also, 14.9% were 65 years or older.
Education in Sisters
The Sisters School District serves the students in the Sisters area. About 1,300 students attend four schools:
- Sisters Elementary School (Kindergarten to Grade 4)
- Sisters Middle School (Grades 5 to 8)
- Sisters High School (Grades 9 to 12)
- Sisters High School Alternative Programs (Grades 9 to 12)
Sisters also has a private school called Sisters Christian Academy.
Local Media
Sisters has a local newspaper called The Nugget Newspaper. It is published every Wednesday. Another publication, Small Farmer's Journal, also comes from Sisters.
Fun Events in Sisters
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Sisters hosts several exciting events throughout the year:
- Sisters Rodeo: This event takes place on the second weekend of June. It has been a tradition since 1941.
- Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show: You can see this amazing quilt show on the second weekend of July.
- Sisters Glory Daze Car Show: Car lovers enjoy this show in mid-July.
- Sisters Folk Festival: This music festival happens the weekend after Labor Day in September.
- Fourth Friday Artwalk: Every fourth Friday of the month, you can explore local art.
- Artists Studio Tour: This tour takes place on the last weekend in September.
Outdoor Activities and Recreation
Sisters is a great place for outdoor adventures. It is the main office for the Sisters District of the Deschutes National Forest. You can find the Ranger District Office at Pine Street and Highway 20.
Many trails for hiking, biking, and horse riding start right from the city. These trails lead into the beautiful Three Sisters Wilderness. The Sisters Trail Alliance helps build and keep up these trails.
Mountain Biking and Skiing
The Sisters area is known for its mountain biking trails. Popular spots include the Peterson Ridge Trail and trails near Suttle Lake.
In winter, you can go skiing at Hoodoo ski resort. There are also many snow parks nearby for winter fun.
Camps Near Sisters
Camp Tamarack is located close to Sisters. Big Lake Youth Camp, run by Seventh-day Adventists, has been operating since 1963.
Transportation Options
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You can reach Sisters using these main roads:
- Oregon Route 126
- Oregon Route 242
- U.S. Route 20
The city also has a small airport called Sisters Eagle Air Airport.
Famous People from Sisters
Several well-known people have lived in Sisters:
- Dan Fouts: A former professional football player.
- Chris Klug: An Olympic snowboarder.
- Ken Ruettgers: Another former professional football player.
- Rainn Wilson: An actor famous for his role in The Office.
- Johnny Werhas: A former professional baseball player.
Images for kids
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The historic Hotel Sisters, built in 1912
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Sisters City Hall
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A parade for the Sisters Rodeo
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The Three Sisters mountains, which gave the city its name
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Forest near Sisters
See also
In Spanish: Sisters (Oregón) para niños
