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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Made in Bend

Metolius Climbing

Getting their start in Doug Phillips' tiny garage near the headwaters of the Metolius River... 541.382.7585 http://www.metoliusclimbing.com/

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Disc Golf

Pine Nursery Disc Golf Course

Located in northeast Bend, Pine Nursery includes a sports complex for field sports, natural areas,... 3790 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend, OR 97701 541.389.7275 http://www.pdga.com/course_directory/course/pine-nursery

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White Water Rafting

Sage Canyon Rafting

Sage Canyon River Company is an Oregon river rafting company dedicated to providing adventurous people... 509 Deschutes Ave, Maupin, OR 97037 541.395.2697 http://sagerafting.com/

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Canoe, Kayak & River Activities

Sunriver Marina

Located on the wild and scenic Deschutes River, west of Circle 3 in Sunriver Resort,... Sunriver Marina, off River Rd, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.3492 https://www.sunriverresort.com/experiences#!/e/the-marina-18f693ab/

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Golf

Woodlands Course at Sunriver

The Woodlands Golf Course at Sunriver Resort south of Bend was designed by the internationally... 17890 W Core Rd, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.3467 https://www.sunriverresort.com/central-oregon-bend-golf/woodlands-course

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Disc Golf

Black Butte Ranch Disc Golf Course

Black Butte Ranch Disc Golf Course is located outside the gated portion of the Black... Hawks Beard, Sisters, OR 97759 http://www.pdga.com/course_directory/course/black-butte-ranch

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Activities

Deschutes Paddle Trail

Ranging from placid easy sections (Class I) to very difficult and dangerous for experts only(Class... https://www.bendpaddletrailalliance.org/maps/

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Disc Golf

Hyzer Pines Disc Golf Course

Maintained by Sisters Parks and Rec and built in 2006, Hyzer Pines is the only... 1750 W McKinney Butte Rd, Sisters, OR 97759 https://www.pdga.com/course-directory/course/hyzer-pines

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Mountain Biking

Mt Bachelor Ski Area - Summer Activities

Downhill mountain biking, zip lining, scenic lift rides, dining, and more! When the days get... 13000 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 541.382.1709 https://www.mtbachelor.com/

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Roller Skating & Skate Parks

Ponderosa Skate Park

Ponderosa Skate Park may be owned and operated by Bend Parks and Recreation District (BPRD),... 225 SE 15th St, Bend, OR 97702 541.389.7275 http://www.bendparksandrec.org/skateboarding/

Bike Shops

Sagebrush Cycles

Sagebrush Cycles has an enviable location on 14th St right next to a fantastic local... 345 SW Century Dr #100, Bend, OR 97702 541.389.4224 http://www.sagebrushcycles.com

Museums

Sunriver Nature Center

The Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory located on Spring River road is just a mile... 57245 River Rd, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.4394 http://www.sunrivernaturecenter.org/

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Experience Downtown Bend

The Downtown Bend Business Association is a local nonprofit dedicated to keeping our downtown a... 916 NW Wall St, Bend, OR 97703 541.788.3628 http://www.downtownbend.org/

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Indoor Fun

Cascade Indoor Sports

With nearly 50,000 square feet, Cascade Indoor Sports is home to youth and adult soccer,... 20775 High Desert Ln, Bend OR 97701 541.330.1183 http://www.cascadeindoorsports.com/

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Fishing

Deschutes River Fly Shop & Camp

The Deschutes River Fly Shop and Camp (open seasonally), is located across the road from... 7228 Hwy 26, Madras, OR 97741 541.553.2589 http://www.flyfishdeschutes.com/

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Golf

Juniper Golf Course

First organized in 1951, Juniper Golf Course is a public course located on a beautiful... 1938 SW Elkhorn Ave, Redmond, OR 97756 541.548.3121 http://playjuniper.com/

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Natural Attractions

Newberry National Volcanic Monument

There's a volcano the size of Rhode Island just south of Bend, and it's tough... Forest Service Rd 21, La Pine, OR 541.383.5300 https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/deschutes/recarea/?recid=66159

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Prineville Golf Club

Located on the Ochoco Highway and surrounded by stunning Central Oregon scenery is Prineville Golf... 7120 NE Ochoco Hwy, Prineville, OR 97754 541.447.7266 https://www.facebook.com/prinevillegolfclub/

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Ice Skating

Seventh Mountain Resort

Located just outside of Bend right on the edge of the National Forest, Seventh Mountain... 18575 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702 877.398.2387 http://seventhmountain.com/recreation/

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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/experiences#!/

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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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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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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/

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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

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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/

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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

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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/

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Horseback Riding & Equestrian

Sunriver Stables

Located on the west side of Sunriver Resort along the Deschutes River and west of... 57215 River Rd, Sunriver, OR 97707 541.593.6995 https://www.sunriverresort.com/experiences#!/e/horseback-riding-c72899b0/

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Three Sisters Scenic Bikeway

Twin Bridges Loop - Oregon Scenic Bikeway

The Twin Bridges Loop is part of the Three Sisters Scenic Bikeway. Distance: 36.29 miles... 850 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR 97701 541.382.8048 https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/bicycling/road-biking/twin-bridges-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/

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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/

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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

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Malls & Shopping Centers

Old Mill District

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

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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/

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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/

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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/

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