Campfire restrictions are now in effect in Deschutes National Forest, Ochoco National Forest, Crooked River National Grassland, and Prineville BLM. Click for more info.

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.

Explore Our Journal

Play

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/

Play

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

Play

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/

Play

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/

Hayden Homes Amphitheater Summer Concert Series

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

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....

Play

Snowshoeing

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

Play

Snowmobiling

Dutchman Flat Sno-Park

This site offers parking and access to many trail opportunities. Winter usage is extremely heavy,... Cascade Lakes Hwy, Bend, OR https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=38852

Play

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/

Play

Golf

Desert Peaks Golf Course

Open daily until 5:00 p.m. Desert Peaks Golf Course is “Where High Desert beauty always... 565 NW Adler St, Madras, OR 97741 541.475.6368 http://www.desertpeaksgolf.com/

Play

Disc Golf

Juniper Hills Disc Golf Course

A permanent course built in 2005, this moderately hilly and lightly wooded 9-hole course is... E Ashwood Rd & NE Bean Dr, Madras, OR 97741 http://www.pdga.com/course_directory/course/juniper-hills-dgc

Play

Golf

Old Back Nine at Mountain High

The Old Back Nine at Mountain High is the only nine-hole golf course in Bend,... 60650 China Hat Rd, Bend, OR 97702 541.382.1111 http://oldbacknine.com/

Sleep

State and National Parks

Prineville Reservoir State Park

If you enjoy scenic beauty, camping, and water recreation, you should probably check out Prineville... 19020 SE Parkland Dr, Prineville, OR 97754 541.447.4363 https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=parkPage.dsp_parkPage&parkId=26

Play

Disc Golf

Seventh Mountain Resort Disc Golf Course

The permanent disc golf course at the Seventh Mountain Resort is a family friendly 9-hole... 18575 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.382.8711 http://seventhmountain.com/recreation/warm-weather-activities/

Play

Transportation

The Bend Trolley

After a hunt for the perfect cable car and months of restoration, this family-owned business... 541.771.1800 http://www.thebendtrolley.com/

Play

Three Sisters Scenic Bikeway

Sisters to Smith Rock - Oregon Scenic Bikeway

Sister to Smith Rock is an out-and-back road bike ride and is part of the... 137 E Washington Ave, Sisters, OR 97759 https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/bicycling/road-biking/sisters-to-smith-rock-scenic-bikeway/

Gift & Specialty Stores

Cascade Lavender Farm

Located about 40 miles north of Bend, Cascade Lavender has approximately 4000 lavender plants and... 5000 SW Feather Dr, Madras, OR 97741 541.546.9390 http://www.cascadelavender.com/

Play

Horseback Riding & Equestrian

Diane's Riding Place

Horseback riding and Central Oregon just go hand in hand. At Diane’s Riding Place, beginning... 65535 Cline Falls Hwy, Bend, OR 97701 541.408.1731 http://www.bendhorseride.com/

Sleep

State and National Parks

La Pine State Park

LaPine State Park is located among lodgepole and ponderosa pines along the Deschutes River. Popular... 15800 State Recreation Rd, La Pine, OR 97739 541.536.2428 http://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=parkPage.dsp_parkPage&parkId=32

Eat

Malls & Shopping Centers

Old Mill District

Nestled alongside the Deschutes River, the Old Mill District is home to an eclectic mix... 450 SW Powerhouse Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.312.0131 https://www.oldmilldistrict.com/

Play

Golf

Quail Run Golf Course

Open 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Walking only - no carts at this time. Quail... 16725 Northridge, La Pine, OR 97739 541.536.1303 https://golfquailrun.com/

Play

White Water Rafting

Seventh Mountain River Company

Looking for family friendly flatwater kayaking, paddleboarding and whitewater on the wild and scenic Deschutes... 18575 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.693.9124 http://seventhmountainriverco.com/

Play

Golf

The Greens at Redmond

Golf course open from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. The restaurant is closed. The Greens... 2575 SW Greens Blvd, Redmond, OR 97756 541.923.0694 http://www.greensatredmondgc.com/

Play

Three Sisters Scenic Bikeway

McKenzie River Pass - Oregon Scenic Bikeway

Start in Sisters and follow an 1860s wagon route that includes views of Mt. Washington... 137 E Washington Ave, Sisters, OR 97759 https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/bicycling/road-biking/mckenzie-pass-scenic-bikeway/

Play

Gear Rentals

Central Oregon Rentals

If you’re going to get out and enjoy all that Central Oregon has to offer,... 541.306.6197 http://www.central-oregon-rentals.com/

Play

Disc Golf

Dry Canyon Disc Golf Course

Recognized by the Professional Disc Golf Association and established in 2011, the Dry Canyon Disc... 1515 W Antler Ave, Redmond, OR 97756 http://www.pdga.com/course_directory/course/dry-canyon-disc-golf-course

Play

Boating

Lava Lake Resort Marina

Lava Lake Resort is located on Lava Lake, which was formed as a result of... Cascade Lakes Hwy, Bend, OR 541.382.9443 https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/deschutes/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5269838

Play

Stargazing

Oregon Observatory at Sunriver

Located on the property of Sunriver Resort, The Oregon Observatory at Sunriver opens a door... 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.4394 http://www.oregonobservatory.org/

Play

White Water Rafting

Rapid River Rafters

In case you hadn’t noticed (sarcasm), Oregon is crawling with amazing, beautiful rivers, and there... 541.382.1514 http://www.rapidriverrafters.com

Play

Swimming

Sunriver Homeowners Aquatic & Recreation Center - SHARC

Sunriver Homeowners Association Recreation Center, better known as SHARC, is an all-season center that offers... 57250 Overlook Rd, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.585.5000 https://www.sunriversharc.com/

Museums

The Museum at Warm Springs

The Museum At Warm Springs, Oregon's first tribal museum, is located just off Hwy 26... 2189 Hwy 26, Warm Springs, OR 97761 541.553.3331 http://www.museumatwarmsprings.org/

Play

Three Sisters Scenic Bikeway

Madras Mountain Views - Oregon Scenic Bikeway

The route starts in Madras, a small town with hotels, a craft beer pub and... 1-99 SE 7th St, Madras, OR 97741 https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/bicycling/road-biking/madras-mountain-views-scenic-bikeway/

Play

Golf

Aspen Lakes Golf Course

Aspen Lakes Golf Course is one of the top ranked golf courses in Oregon, and... 16900 Aspen Lakes Dr, Sisters, OR 97759 541.549.4653 http://www.aspenlakes.com/

Play

Canoe, Kayak & River Activities

Central Oregon River Adventures

Operating out of The Village at Sunriver, Central Oregon River Adventures (CORA) offers leisurely cruises... The Village at Sunriver, 57100 Beaver Dr, Building 17, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.0339 http://www.floatationnation.com/

Play

Art, Museums, and History

Studio Create

Studio Create is a community art space for all ages specializing in paint-your-own pottery. The... 145 NE Revere Ave, Suite A , Bend, OR 97701 541.323.3480 https://studiocreatebend.com/

‌

Visitor Guide

Planning your trip? Start with your award-winning visitor guide, available online or by mail.

Read the Guide

‌

Give Us A Call

Want to talk with a real human? We get that. Our visitor center is ready and waiting for your call.

Call : 877.245.8484

‌

The Bend Pledge

Join countless visitors before you and take the Pledge to leave Bend better than you found it.

Take the Pledge

‌

Bend Sustainability Fund

Investing in projects that create sustainable experiences in Bend’s community.

See the Projects