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Mt. Bachelor Ski Area ©
Ski Area
Mt. Bachelor Ski Area , Bend
3.9
Set on the northern face of a popular peak, Mt. Bachelor Ski Area is Oregon' s largest ski resort and the sixth largest resort in the nation,
Tumalo Falls
Waterfall
Tumalo Falls , Bend
4.6
Tumalo Falls is a 97ft waterfall on Tumalo Creek, in the Cascade Range west of Bend in the U.S. state of Oregon. Additional waterfalls are up
High Desert Museum ©
Specialty Museum
High Desert Museum , Bend
4.7
See indoor and outdoor exhibits of wildlife, culture, and the spirit of North America's high desert country at High Desert Museum. Take a gui
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ATV Tour-Bend Badlands | 2 hrs.
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
The Bend Badlands ATV tour has been voted as one of the best outdoor activities in Central Oregon. It provides an incredible experience for guests of all ages and abilities. Our professional Outriders NW guides provide a great balance of safety, freedom and ability to enjoy the great outdoors on your very own Polaris XP 1000 RZR. Come Explore with us and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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Newberry National Volcanic Monument ©
Volcano
Newberry National Volcanic Monument , Bend
4.7
Newberry National Volcanic Monument was designated on November 5, 1990, to protect the area around the Newberry Volcano in the U.S. state of
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Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint ©
Hiking Trail
Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint , Bend
4.7

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Bend

4.4
Specialty Museums · River Rafting & Tubing · Bodies of Water
An old logging town at the crux of the high desert and ponderosa pine forest, Bend melds a love of the outdoors with cosmopolitan flair. The city of over 80,000 sits adjacent to a number of national forests, state parks, and designated scenic viewpoints, making it a prime spot for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts wanting to try mountain biking, kayaking, skiing, paragliding, hiking, rock climbing, and the like. The city itself showcases the surrounding natural wonders, sprawling over the land with low buildings and unassuming storefronts that contain upscale boutiques and fine cuisine. The town is known for its microbreweries. Plan the details of your Bend holiday and any onward adventuring with our easy-to-use United States trip planning tool.

Side trips from Bend

Smith Rock State Park ©
State Park
Smith Rock State Park
Redmond
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
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River Rafting / Tubing
River Rafting & Tubing
Maupin
4.8
Duration: 2 hours
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument ©
National Park
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
John Day
4.8
Duration: 8 hours
McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass loop ©
Scenic Drive
McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass loop
Sisters
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Nature in Bend

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Tumalo Falls
Waterfall
Tumalo Falls
4.6
Duration: 2 hours
Lava River Cave ©
Cave
Lava River Cave
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Deschutes River ©
Water Body
Deschutes River
4.9
Duration: 2 hours
Deschutes National Forest ©
Forest
Deschutes National Forest
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Hidden gems in Bend

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Room Escape Game
Room Escape Games
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min
Tumalo State Park ©
State Park
Tumalo State Park
4.4
Duration: 2 hours
Todd Lake ©
Water Body
Todd Lake
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
South Sister ©
Mountain
South Sister
4.9
Duration: 2 hours

Breweries & Distilleries in Bend

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Deschutes Brewery ©
Brewery
Deschutes Brewery
4.7
Duration: 2 hours
Boneyard Beer ©
Brewery
Boneyard Beer
4.1
Duration: 2 hours
Bend Brew Bus
Distillery Tour
Bend Brew Bus
4.7
Duration: 4 hours
Crater Lake Spirits Distillery ©
Distillery
Crater Lake Spirits Distillery
4.7
Duration: 2 hours

Trails in Bend

Phil's Trailhead
Biking Trail
Phil's Trailhead
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
Flatiron Rock Trail
Hiking Trail
Flatiron Rock Trail
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
Oregon Badlands Wilderness Trails
Hiking Trail
Oregon Badlands Wilderness Trails
4.5
Duration: 2 hours
Falls Creek Trail to Green Lake
Hiking Trail
Falls Creek Trail to Green Lake
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
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Places to visit with Bend

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Where to stay in Bend

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Since many people come to Bend to experience the outdoors, it's no surprise that many lodges and bed and breakfasts here are designed to resemble log cabins. Consider a stay near the scenic Deschutes River for scenic views. You'll find a few chain hotels with comfortable standard rooms in the downtown area.
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