The Territories
Each territory in the Bend Ale Trail represents a unique area in Bend (or beyond). Explore the breweries, distilleries, tasting rooms, and adventures in each territory.
See All of the TerritoriesThe All New Bend Ale Trail
Seven Territories, One Ale Trail
Back in the day, Bend was a logging town. Today, we’re a lager town. And porter. And IPA. And…well, let’s say craft beer’s booming in Bend.
From six breweries when the Bend Ale Trail launched in 2010 to more than two dozen today, craft beer is king around these parts. Blend in a bunch of distilleries, cideries, wineries, and kombucha brewers and you’ve got a mind-boggling craft beverage scene that’ll never be boring.
Ready to play? Grab your passport or get the app and let’s get sipping. You’ll earn prizes for each new territory you conquer, plus a grand prize for crushing the whole thing. Welcome to beverage bliss!
November is Bend Ale Trail Month
Ah, November. The holidays are on the horizon, you’ve traded your flip flops for sneakers, and ski season is just around the corner. But the best part about November is that Bend Ale Trail Month is happening in beautiful Bend, Oregon.
So, what makes November so special, and why dedicate a whole month to the Bend Ale Trail?
Extra Special Prizes
When you complete any one of the Bend Ale Trail territories and redeem your passport at the Bend Visitor Center during November, not only do you win the standard territory prize, but you will also score a limited edition bonus prize (limit one per person). In 2021, we have glassware straight from the home of Oktoberfest, the land of pilsner, gose, and weisse — a German tankard rimmed with gold and decorated with a badge declaring your status as a Bend Ale Trail Champion.
Contests and Even More Prizes
During Bend Ale Trail Month, share pictures of your beerventure on Instagram using the hashtag #bendaletrailmonth. We’ll randomly select winners to receive fantastic prizes including brewery gift cards, HydroFlasks, Silipints, hats, shirts, stickers, and more.
How This Works
Passport or App?
Track your progress in our free app, or pick up a keepsake paper passport at the Visitor Center for five bucks. Either way, you can plot your course, bone up on brewery knowledge, or pick a perfectly paired adventure for your trek through each territory. Let’s do this.
Get the AppRules
First rule of Bend Ale Trail? Always talk about Bend Ale Trail. Tell your friends, family, or that weird guy at the grocery store. Use #BendAleTrail on social media and wave that passport proudly. For a complete list of Bend Ale Trail rules (including how you can earn awesome prizes) go here.
Get the DetailsDrink Responsibly
Real talk, guys: Don’t even think about drinking and driving. Ending up in jail is no one’s idea of a good time, so make a safe plan to trek the trail with a sober driver behind the wheel. You’ll find tons of tours, taxis, and rideshare options to help you get around. Got a designated driver on your team? Click to see how your sober pal can earn prizes, too.
Be the Designated DriverThirsty for Variety?
Drinkable Diversions
Hard to believe, but some folks want a beer break. We won’t hold it against you. In fact, we’ll hold up a glass filled with crisp cider, a handcrafted cocktail, or a lush syrah. Treat your taste buds to a bevy of bevies, whether you’re thirsting for locally-made gin or the flavorful fizz of kombucha.
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Perfect Pairings
Know what transforms a good beercation to a great beercation? A healthy sprinkling of non-beer adventures. From cave tours to river floats, waterfall hikes to birdwatching, find the perfect pairing to take your Bend experience to the next level.
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