Erik Hefflefinger, 33, of Bend, was descending down Paulina Peak at Newberry National Volcanic Monument with two friends on Wednesday when he was caught in the avalanche, according to a press ...

Central Oregon Avalanche Center said that it provides daily avalanche forecasting for the Central Cascades Zone, as well as weekend forecasting and a midweek observation at Paulina Peak.

The Central Oregon Avalanche Center provides daily avalanche forecasting for the Central Cascades Zone and weekend forecasting, with a midweek observation at Paulina Peak. The center is also on ...

A favorite hike in the area is Paulina Peak, a steep 3 miles up (6 miles round trip) with some incredibly stunning views of the lakes from above, and the bizarre lava swirls in the distance.