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Adventure Journal

The Best of Bend

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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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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Tumalo Mountain

Cascade Lakes Hwy, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recreation/recarea/?recid=38530&actid=50

PLAYING OUTSIDE

Other fun things to do when we're not rafting.

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Golf

Bend Golf Rentals

Easy and hassle-free golf club rentals. At Bend Golf Rentals we strive to make the... 541.702.1474 http://bendgolfrentals.com/

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Visit Like A Local

Voluntourism

Bend has a lot of special places. It also has a lot of people who...

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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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Activities

Roundabout Art Route

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The Bend Pledge

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Food and Drink

Bend Ale Trail

Back in the day, Bend was a logging town. Today, we’re a lager town. And...

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Canoe, Kayak & River Activities

Bend Whitewater Park

The Bend Whitewater Park offers an exciting variety of river recreation opportunities, from wild rapids... 166 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.389.7275 https://www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/bend-whitewater-park/

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Indoor Fun

Mountain Air Trampoline Park

Mountain Air Indoor Trampoline Park offers an indoor recreation and amusement facility for children and... 20495 Murray Rd, Suite 150, Bend, OR 97701 541.647.1409 https://www.mountainairbend.com/

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Hiking

Upper Deschutes River Trail

The Deschutes River Trail from Meadow Day Use Area to Benham Falls East follows along... 541.383.5300 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38338

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Guided Tours

Bend Photo Tours

Book the ultimate Photo Tour experience throughout Bend and Central Oregon’s stunning landscapes, guided by... 550 SW Industrial Way, #105, Bend, OR 97701 541.640.1089 https://www.bendphototours.com/

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Transportation

Ride Bend Free Shuttle Service

Free Rides with Ride Bend Ride Bend offers on-demand, app-driven transit service to the public.... 866.921.8924 https://osucascades.edu/mobility-lab/ride-bend

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R.A.D. Camps

R.A.D. Camps explores over 50 unique summer locations and operates under a special use permit in Deschutes... 541.771.3988 http://www.radcamps.com/

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Parks & Playgrounds

Shevlin Park

Shevlin Park is a haven located less than three miles from Bend that offers an... 18920 NW Shevlin Park Rd, Bend, OR 97701 541.389.7275 https://www.bendparksandrec.org/park/shevlin-park/

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Bungee Jumping

Central Oregon Bungee Adventures

Welcome to Central Oregon Bungee Adventures, the premier bungee jumping operation in the United States!... Peter Skene Ogden State Scenic Viewpoint, US-97, Terrebonne, OR 97760 541.668.5867 https://oregonbungee.com/

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Polo

Equestrian Polo Bend, Oregon truly does have something for everyone. Equestrian Polo may not be...

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Sand Volleyball

Beach volleyball in Bend? If you think Bend is the epicenter of beach volleyball, we’ve...

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Oregon Senior Games

The Oregon Senior Games will not be taking place in 2019. For more information about...

Hayden Homes Amphitheater

There might not be a better place in the Pacific Northwest to watch live music...

Tower Theatre

For nearly 80 years the iconic Tower Theatre has been the center of downtown Bend....

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Summer Concert Series

The Hayden Homes Amphitheater’s Summer Concert Series provides the soundtrack to the summer months in...

Kid & Family Friendly Activities

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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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