Bend has been dubbed the outdoor playground of the West for a thousand good reasons, but there’s more to this magical place than outdoorsy fun.
Sure, you might spend an afternoon dipping your kayak paddle in the crystal clear waters of the Deschutes River or plunging through pristine fields of fresh powder on your snowshoes. But how you feel when you do that—and as your smile lingers in the days that follow—that’s the Bend spirit.
It’s the smell of sagebrush after a high desert rainstorm. It’s the tickle of sunshine on your bare shoulders as you sip a frosty craft beer on an outdoor patio. It’s the taste of fresh carrots plucked from a basket at the Bend Farmers Market. It’s the sound of your kids’ laughter as they twirl as they dance to a concert at Les Schwab Amphitheater.
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A warm, inviting mountain getaway with a cosmopolitan appeal is what you’ll find when you arrive in the friendly town of Bend, Oregon. Majestic, snow-capped peaks adorn the high-desert skyline, making for some of the best weather in Oregon — think sun-drenched days and cool nights — along with endless options for plenty of play time. Playing in the Cascades, hiking, mountain biking, or skiing at Mt. Bachelor are just a few of the outdoor adventures you can tackle in a weekend or a week.
Dubbed the “outdoor playground of the West” for a thousand good reasons, Bend is world famous for both its outdoor pursuits and pristine beauty. You can catch an art exhibit, dine at an award-winning restaurant, spoil yourself at one of our many spas, or trek the legendary Bend Ale Trail, the largest beer trail in the West. Bend makes a great spot for family-friendly fun as well, from cool cave tours in some of Bend’s ancient lava tubes to watching raptors soar at the High Desert Museum. When you’re all done with the fun, Bend’s diverse lodging options are sure to recharge you. What will your Bend adventure be?
When most folks plan Bend vacations, the itinerary reads like something crafted by a hyperactive Olympic athlete on speed. The hiking! The biking! The nonstop sightseeing! But what if you’re not that motivated? You still want to see and do all the cool Bend stuff, but maybe without all that … Continue reading
We’re less than two weeks from the official start of autumn, and warm daytime temps assure us there’s still plenty of summer fun to be had in Bend. But fans of autumn’s crisper weather and smaller crowds are already seeing signs of seasonal shift. There’s a dusting of snow on … Continue reading
With days getting shorter and kids back in school, perhaps you’ve begun believing summer’s over. Don’t be fooled! Fall 2019 doesn’t arrive until September 23, and Bend’s warm temps typically last well until then. If you’re craving a few final tastes of summer before we call this one a wrap, … Continue reading
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