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Since 2009, blogger Tawna Fenske has penned regular posts for the Bend Adventure Journal featuring insider tips and best-of-Bend spotlights. A fourth-generation Oregonian with more than two decades spent living in Bend, Tawna offers hints to help you make the most of a Bend vacation. Whether you’re looking for the city’s best biscuits and gravy, planning a family hike, or wondering how to safely float the river, you’ll get the scoop with a side order of silly humor. Smile…you’re in Bend.

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How to Dog in Bend

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The Bend Hunt

The Bend Hunt is a thrilling and entertaining way to explore Bend, Oregon like never... 541.316.8108 https://www.thebendhunt.com

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Cline Falls State Scenic Viewpoint

Located on the banks of the Deschutes River near Redmond, Oregon, Cline Falls is a... https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=30

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Central Cascades Wilderness Permits

Wilderness Permits are required for all overnight stays and for day use at some trailheads...

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Metolius River Trail

The Metolius River Trail follows this beautiful spring-fed river with lush options available for hikes... 541.383.5300 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=39264&actid=50

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Hiking

Meadow Day Use Area

Located just over five miles west of Bend, this popular day use area sits along the the... Cascade Lakes Hwy, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38412

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Fishing

Fall River Hatchery

The Fall River in La Pine State Park is a well-stocked spring fed stream with... 15055 S Century Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 https://myodfw.com/fall-river-hatchery-visitors-guide

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Fall River Falls

The Fall River in La Pine State Park is a year-round, well-stocked spring fed stream... La Pine State Park, La Pine, OR https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=parkPage.dsp_parkPage&parkId=32

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Fishing

Chimney Rock

Open all year, the Wild and Scenic Crooked River at Chimney Rock provides easy access... Hwy 27, Prineville, OR 541.416.6700 https://www.blm.gov/visit/chimney-rock-trail

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Hiking

Tam McArthur Rim

Tam McArthur Rim Trail is a 5.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located... Forest Service Rd 16, Sisters, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=71841

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Waterfalls

Steelhead Falls

In steps, it is only about .5 miles from the trailhead to Steelhead Falls. In... Steelhead Falls Trailhead, SW River Rd, Terrebonne, OR 97760 https://www.blm.gov/visit/steelhead-falls-trail

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Paulina Falls

Paulina Creek Falls is a cascade and plunge waterfall from a streambed draining from Paulina... Forest Service Rd 21, La Pine, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38436

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Benham Falls

Benham Falls are rapids of the Deschutes River located between Sunriver and Bend, Oregon, United... Forest Service Rd 9702, Bend, OR - Near Lava Lands Visitor Center https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38288

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Dillon Falls

Dillon Falls are rapids in the U.S. state of Oregon near Bend in the Deschutes... Forest Service Rd 41, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recreation/recarea/?recid=38340

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Lava Island Falls

Lava Island Falls are rapids on the Deschutes River. Rated a Class 5, they are... Forest Service Rd 41, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38392

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Tumalo Falls

This very popular site offers beautiful views of Tumalo Falls just a few minutes from the trailhead. There are... West of Bend on Skyliners Rd, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38526

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Dog Parks

Big Sky Park Off-Leash Dog Area

This dog park has 12 acres, fenced and unfenced areas. Off-leash Area Rules: The intent... 21690 Neff Rd, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Bob Wenger Memorial Off-Leash Area at Pine Nursery Park

This dog park has 18.8 acres, fenced with seasonal splash pad and small dog park.... 3750 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Hollinshead Park Off-Leash Dog Area

This dog park has 3.7 acres, unfenced. Off-leash Area Rules: The intent of these rules... 1235 NE Jones Rd, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Ponderosa Park Off-Leash Dog Area

This dog park has 2.9 acres, fenced with small dog area. Off-leash Area Rules: The... 225 SE 15th St, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Overturf Butte Reservoir Off-Leash Dog Park

This dog park has 4.6 acres, fenced. Off-leash Area Rules: The intent of these rules... 475 NW 17th St, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Discovery Park Off-Leash Dog Area

Opened in 2014, this community park is located within the NorthWest Crossing neighborhood. The park... 1315 NW Discovery Park Dr, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Awbrey Reservoir Off-Leash Dog Park

This dog park has 5 acres, unfenced, short trails, natural terrain, limited on-street parking in pull-out... NW 10th and Trenton, Bend, OR http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks__trails/dogs_in_parks/off-leash_areas/

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Edison Butte Sno-Park

This site is a large paved parking area, with ample room for large groups, RVs... Forest Service Rd 45, Sunriver, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=71850

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Self-Guided Tours

Riddle Routes

Find clues, solve riddles, answer trivia and discover points of interest to learn more about... 541.801.3388 https://riddleroute.com

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Baldy's Barbeque - Westside

Baldy’s has been voted Bend’s Best Barbecue every single year since it opened back in... 235 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.385.RIBS http://www.baldysbbq.com/

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Scenic Drives

Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway

The Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway begins as Century Drive at the locally nicknamed 'Flaming... 541.383.5300 http://traveloregon.com/trip-ideas/scenic-byways/cascades-lakes-scenic-byway/

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Drake, Downtown Bend

Popular from the day it opened in 2013 on the corner of Wall St and... 801 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 541.306.3366 http://www.drakebend.com/

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Parks & Playgrounds

Riverbend Park and Off-Leash Dog Area

Completed in 2009, Riverbend Park is a special community gathering place that celebrates the Deschutes... 799 SW Columbia St, Bend OR 97702 541.389.7275 http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks/riverbend-park/

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Activities

Go Play at Sunriver Resort

Sunriver Resort will make any vacation or day outing unforgettable! There is something for everyone... 17600 Center Dr, Sunriver, OR 97707 https://www.sunriverresort.com/activities

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Sledding & Tubing

Wanoga Snow Play Area

Wanoga Sno-Park is a winter playground for families, nordic skiers, fat bikers, snowmobilers, and dogs... Cascade Lakes Hwy, Bend, OR 541.383.5300 http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/centraloregon/recreation/wintersports/recarea/?recid=38542&actid=88

Pet Travel

It is a well-known legend among Bend locals that we have one of the highest...

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