Stargazing in Bend and beyond, including the world’s largest dark sky sanctuary
March 12, 2024
8 minute readWe don’t expect Bend visitors to stay in the city limits. In fact, we hope you’ll use Bend as your home base for visiting regional treasures like Crater Lake National Park, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, or the Museum at Warm Springs on the land of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Sticking close to town? Don’t miss Bend landmarks like Pilot Butte State Park—a dormant volcanic cinder cone smack-dab in the center of the city. Whether you’re a history buff, a State Park aficionado, or a traveler seeking the perfect sunset pic, there’s no shortage of scenic eye candy in this part of the state. Try a taste.
Less than an hour south of Bend, Paulina Peak rises above the forested floor, jagged and nearly 8,000 feet tall. It overlooks two sparkling lakes, an impressive obsidian flow, and prickly lava fields.
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