Discover Bend's Top, Must-See Points of Interest

We don’t expect Bend visitors to stay in the city limits. In fact, we hope you’ll use Bend as your home base for visiting regional treasures like Crater Lake National Park, Newberry National Volcanic Monument, or the Museum at Warm Springs on the land of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Sticking close to town? Don’t miss Bend landmarks like Pilot Butte State Park—a dormant volcanic cinder cone smack-dab in the center of the city. Whether you’re a history buff, a State Park aficionado, or a traveler seeking the perfect sunset pic, there’s no shortage of scenic eye candy in this part of the state. Try a taste.

Sierra Catcott, ROVA

Less than an hour south of Bend, Paulina Peak rises above the forested floor, jagged and nearly 8,000 feet tall. It overlooks two sparkling lakes, an impressive obsidian flow, and prickly lava fields.

Tumalo Falls in the autumn, near Bend, OR

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Jumping on the shore of Paulina Lake in Newberry National Volcanic Monument near Bend, OR

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Hiking in Smith Rock State Park near Bend, OR

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Girl looking at the otters at the High Desert Museum in Bend, OR

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This is Bend

Weather + road conditions

Hotels + motels

Breweries + pubs

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Vacation rentals + airbnb

Fuzzy brown dog at Bevel Brewing in Bend, OR

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Play your favorite classic video games at Vector Volcano in downtown Bend, Oregon.

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Central Cascades Wilderness permit sign near Bend, OR

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