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.
Explore the underground world of caves! Wanderlust Tours is an outdoor tour company specializing in... 61535 S Hwy 97, Suite 13, Bend, OR 97702541.389.8359https://www.wanderlusttours.com/?utm_medium=header-link&utm_source=vb-web&utm_campaign=wt-caving
Are you looking for a true Bend experience? Look no further, Base Camp Adventures shares... 210 SW Century Drive, #438, Bend, OR 97702503.888.5624https://www.paddleboardoregon.com/central-oregon/
Walt Reilly's vision was to bring outdoor entertainment into a massive indoor space for the... 225 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702541.546.0511https://www.waltreillys.com
RIDE 2 YOU has your ride and it’s delivered to your rental property or hotel... 20784 Carmen Loop, Suite 130, Bend, OR 97702541.241.7882https://ride2you.com
TAKE YOUR ADVENTURE TO BEND AND CENTRAL OREGON AIRBORNE. Bend’s first and original aerial helicopter... 63048 Powell Butte Hwy, Bend, OR 97701541.639.9438https://flybend.com/tours/
Oregon Adaptive Sports provides life-changing outdoor experiences for individuals with disabilities. OAS offers custom, group,... 63025 OB Riley Rd, Suite 12, Bend, OR 97703541.306.4774https://oregonadaptivesports.org
Bend is known for its award-winning breweries, amazing restaurants, and incredible outdoor recreation. But there’s...
541.350.0732https://www.bendghosttours.com/
Eco friendly fun for the whole family! Bicycles you ride on the water. We are... 16080 SW Rainbow Rd, Terrebonne, OR 97760503.349.6597https://cohydrobikes.com
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
Explore with us this winter! Wanderlust Tours is an outdoor tour company specializing in unique,... 61535 S Hwy 97, Suite 13, Bend, OR 97702541.389.8359https://www.wanderlusttours.com/?utm_medium=header-link&utm_source=vb-web&utm_campaign=wt-winter
Devils Lake is a spring fed pool of green waters. It is most commonly used...
541.383.5300https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=72024
This very popular, scenic trail circles around the lake. Todd Lake is on the edge...
877.444.6777https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=39310
Looking to rent river tubes to float the Urban Deschutes Townie Float? Look no further... 1000 SW Bradbury Dr, Bend, OR 97702541.317.9407https://tumalocreek.com/bend-park-float-tube-rentals/
High Desert Scenario Paintball Field is Central Oregon's premier paintball experience. Located in the Central...
541.408.7675https://www.hdspaintball.com/
K1 SPEED BEND IS THE FIRST K1 SPEED US FRANCHISE - K1 Speed Bend is... 20795 High Desert Ln, Bend OR 97701541.797.7979https://www.k1speed.com/bend-location.html
Located in the beautiful Old Mill District we offer quality yoga and fitness classes taught... 320 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 150, Bend, OR 97702541.241.3919https://freespiritbend.com/
Summer is the perfect time to spend time at The Ranch. Guests of The Ranch... 16986 SW Brasada Ranch Rd, Powell Butte, OR 97753541.526.6869https://www.brasada.com/?utm_source=visitbend.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=summer_fun
With more than 50 trampoline beds, Trampoline Zone & Adventure Park is Bend’s premier family... 63040 18th St, Bend, OR 97701541.323.3040http://tzbend.com/
Ah, nothing warms the heart like a giant sheet of cold ice! The Pavilion is... 1001 SW Bradbury Dr, Bend, OR 97702541.389.7588https://www.bendparksandrec.org/park/the-pavilion/
Smith Rock Ranch is a real working farm, specializing in producing carrot, onion, and blue... 1250 NE Wilcox Ave., Terrebonne, OR 97760541.504.1414http://smithrockranch.com/
In steps, it is only about .5 miles from the trailhead to Steelhead Falls. In... Steelhead Falls Trailhead, SW River Rd, Terrebonne, OR 97760https://www.blm.gov/visit/steelhead-falls-trail
Paulina Creek Falls is a cascade and plunge waterfall from a streambed draining from Paulina... Forest Service Rd 21, La Pine, ORhttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38436
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 Centerhttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38288
Dillon Falls are rapids in the U.S. state of Oregon near Bend in the Deschutes... Forest Service Rd 41, Bend, ORhttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recreation/recarea/?recid=38340
Lava Island Falls are rapids on the Deschutes River. Rated a Class 5, they are... Forest Service Rd 41, Bend, ORhttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38392
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, ORhttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38526
Mountain Air Indoor Trampoline Park offers an indoor recreation and amusement facility for children and... 20495 Murray Rd, Suite 150, Bend, OR 97701541.647.1409https://www.mountainairbend.com/
With nearly 50,000 square feet, Cascade Indoor Sports is home to youth and adult soccer,... 20775 High Desert Ln, Bend OR 97701541.330.1183http://www.cascadeindoorsports.com/
Completed in 2009, Riverbend Park is a special community gathering place that celebrates the Deschutes... 799 SW Columbia St, Bend OR 97702541.389.7275http://www.bendparksandrec.org/parks/riverbend-park/