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 Courtesy of Oregon State Parks
Courtesy of Oregon State Parks
Find year-round outdoor adventures on the sunny side of Oregon. With the Cascade mountains as a backdrop and the Deschutes River running through it, downtown Bend is peaceful, picturesque and surprisingly sophisticated.

What to Do

What to Do
There's no shortage of spectacular scenery or outdoor adventure in and around Bend.
  1. Smith Rock State Park

    9241 NE Crooked River Dr, Terrebonne, OR
    You don't have to be a rock-climbing daredevil to appreciate this natural wonder.

  2. Deschutes River Rafting

    Maupin, OR
    Take a thrilling and unforgettable ride down the beautiful lower Deschutes.

  3. Mount Bachelor

    13000 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR
    With its light, dry snow and variety of terrain, Bachelor is by far Oregon's best ski resort.

Where to Eat

Where to Eat
Refuel with a beer and a burger or relax and enjoy a fine-dining experience.
  1. Deschutes Brewery

    1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR
    Known for exceptional pub grub and revered for its Mirror Pond Pale Ale, it's one of Bend's hottest watering holes.

  2. Merenda Restaurant and Wine Bar

    900 NW Wall Street, Bend, OR
    Sophisticated tapas and wine bar brings big-city style to Bend.

  3. Pine Tavern Restaurant

    967 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR
    Homey, cozy and traditional, this is one Bend restaurant that shouldn't be missed.

  4. Bend Brewing Co

    1019 NW Brooks St, Bend, OR
    Where the locals go for fine ales and riverside dining on the cheap.

Where to Stay

Where to Stay
All that activity is sure to wear you out. Here are some comfortable places to rest your weary head.
  1. Black Butte Ranch

    13653 Hawksbeard Rd, Sisters, OR
    Known for its idyllic setting and outstanding amenities, this is no ordinary ranch.

  2. Mount Bachelor Village

    19717 Mount Bachelor Dr, Bend, OR
    An ideal place for visitors who want to be close to the slopes, and the city.

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  3. Seventh Mountain Resort

    18575 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR
    A year-round retreat for families who love the great outdoors.

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  4. Sunriver Resort

    1 Center Drive, Sunriver, OR
    With hundreds of homes and condos, three golf courses and a village of shops and restaurants, it's a self-contained city.

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