Guidebook for Bend

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Guidebook for Bend

Sightseeing

Great hikes along the river as it winds it's way into and through town. You can also float the river through the Old Mill district.
Deschutes River Trail
Deschutes River Trail
Great hikes along the river as it winds it's way into and through town. You can also float the river through the Old Mill district.
Mt. Bachelor is a tremendous ski destination in the winter and has great hiking for the summer. The left will take you up to a restaurant at Mid mountain for some spectacular views.
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Bachelor Ski & Sports
13000 SW Century Dr
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Mt. Bachelor is a tremendous ski destination in the winter and has great hiking for the summer. The left will take you up to a restaurant at Mid mountain for some spectacular views.
Due to the darkness where this is located, the powerful telescope can offer tremendous viewing of the stars and planets.
Pine Mountain Observatory
Pine Mountain Road
Due to the darkness where this is located, the powerful telescope can offer tremendous viewing of the stars and planets.
Great hiking trails and for those that love to rock climb, this is one of the top destination spots in the northwest.
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Smith Rockin osavaltion puisto
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Great hiking trails and for those that love to rock climb, this is one of the top destination spots in the northwest.
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Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint
1310 NE Hwy 20
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An underground lava tube that runs a mile under ground. There are many of these in central Oregon but this is the largest and most popular.
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Lava River Cave
Cottonwood Road
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An underground lava tube that runs a mile under ground. There are many of these in central Oregon but this is the largest and most popular.
This butte rises above the city and affords stunning views of the Cascade mountains. It is a great hike for fitness or there is a road for those that may want to just relax and enjoy the views.
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Pilot Butte
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This butte rises above the city and affords stunning views of the Cascade mountains. It is a great hike for fitness or there is a road for those that may want to just relax and enjoy the views.
A great small community where the head of the Metolius river starts from underground at Black Butte. Be sure to visit this site.
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Camp Sherman
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A great small community where the head of the Metolius river starts from underground at Black Butte. Be sure to visit this site.
This is a great place to relax in natural hot springs that are professionally maintained in a forested setting.
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Belknap Hot Springs, Lodge ja Puutarhat.
59296 Belknap Hot Springs Rd
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This is a great place to relax in natural hot springs that are professionally maintained in a forested setting.
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Lava Butte
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A great stop on the scenic Cascade Lakes route. They have a restaurant as well as out door activities. Fishing is great here.
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Elk Lake Resort and Marina
60000 Century Dr
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A great stop on the scenic Cascade Lakes route. They have a restaurant as well as out door activities. Fishing is great here.
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Lava Butte
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This is the deepest and purest lake in north America. Set in a collapsed volcano, the view are spectacular and well worth the drive. Spend the day and picnic or visit the historic lodge.
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Crater Laken
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This is the deepest and purest lake in north America. Set in a collapsed volcano, the view are spectacular and well worth the drive. Spend the day and picnic or visit the historic lodge.
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Suttle Lake
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This is a beautiful park along the Deschutes river. Most certainly is the starting point for a lazy float in a calm section of the river that passes through the Old Mill district. In the summer heat, this is most welcome to cool off and have a great time.
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Farewell Bend Park
1000 SW Reed Market Rd
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This is a beautiful park along the Deschutes river. Most certainly is the starting point for a lazy float in a calm section of the river that passes through the Old Mill district. In the summer heat, this is most welcome to cool off and have a great time.
Oregon's colorful wonderland.
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Painted Hills
37375 Bear Creek Road
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Oregon's colorful wonderland.
You will not be disappointed when you take the old original road that linked central Oregon with the valley. You will travel through a road cut through lava flows and the look out at the top is built from the lava sourced locally. The terrain transitions from the pine tree forest near Sisters to the lush vegetation on the west side of the mountains.
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McKenzie Pass
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You will not be disappointed when you take the old original road that linked central Oregon with the valley. You will travel through a road cut through lava flows and the look out at the top is built from the lava sourced locally. The terrain transitions from the pine tree forest near Sisters to the lush vegetation on the west side of the mountains.
This is a short distance south of Bend in the Paulina peak caldera. There are two lakes, Paulina and East with great fishing and hiking around the lakes. One trail traverses an obsidian flow of black sharp rock. This is a great place to spend a day or to camp.
Paulina Lake, Oregon 97739, Yhdysvallat
This is a short distance south of Bend in the Paulina peak caldera. There are two lakes, Paulina and East with great fishing and hiking around the lakes. One trail traverses an obsidian flow of black sharp rock. This is a great place to spend a day or to camp.

Parks & Nature

Bend is the gateway to the Cascade Mountains around the area. There are many lakes, streams, rivers and mountain biking trails to enjoy.
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Deschutes National Forest
63095 Deschutes Market Rd
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Bend is the gateway to the Cascade Mountains around the area. There are many lakes, streams, rivers and mountain biking trails to enjoy.
This is a developed park of approximately one mile square. There are tennis courts, baseball diamonds, walking and biking trails and a dog park that has both on leash and off leash areas.
Bend Pine Nursery
19019 Baker Rd
This is a developed park of approximately one mile square. There are tennis courts, baseball diamonds, walking and biking trails and a dog park that has both on leash and off leash areas.
There is a great area to access the lake for summer swimming and a restaurant that is quaint and localized. The resort stays open throughout the winter as well and is accessible by snow cat or snowmobiles. Fun times.
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Elk Lake
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There is a great area to access the lake for summer swimming and a restaurant that is quaint and localized. The resort stays open throughout the winter as well and is accessible by snow cat or snowmobiles. Fun times.
Lots of activities on the river to include fishing, rafting, paddle board, swimming, water falls etc
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Deschutes River
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Lots of activities on the river to include fishing, rafting, paddle board, swimming, water falls etc
This one of central Oregon's secret wonders. The small lodge serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The deck over looks the lake and the views are spectacular. If you ride a motorcycle, take a short drive up and sit on the deck with a steaming cup of coffee while you enjoy the forest and mountain views.
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Cultus Lake
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This one of central Oregon's secret wonders. The small lodge serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The deck over looks the lake and the views are spectacular. If you ride a motorcycle, take a short drive up and sit on the deck with a steaming cup of coffee while you enjoy the forest and mountain views.
Easy access to part of our wonderful Cascade Mountains.
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Sparks Lake
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Easy access to part of our wonderful Cascade Mountains.
Great place for fishing and experiencing the calm lake scene
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Paulina Lake
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Great place for fishing and experiencing the calm lake scene
Paulina and East lake res in the caldera of a collapsed volcano. Not far and a great place for picnicking or camping.
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East Lake
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Paulina and East lake res in the caldera of a collapsed volcano. Not far and a great place for picnicking or camping.
Not far from town and a relatively easy hike to some beautiful views of a waterfall with pristine clear water. A close to town option for hiking and exploring the nature of our area.
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Tumalo Falls
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Not far from town and a relatively easy hike to some beautiful views of a waterfall with pristine clear water. A close to town option for hiking and exploring the nature of our area.
One of our hidden gems in the local mountains that is close and beautiful. Great for a day trip to picnic or play in the water.
Little Cultus Lake
One of our hidden gems in the local mountains that is close and beautiful. Great for a day trip to picnic or play in the water.
This is a premier rock climbing area as well as hikes for all levels. A great adventure with the river running through the park.
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Smith Rockin osavaltion puisto
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This is a premier rock climbing area as well as hikes for all levels. A great adventure with the river running through the park.
This is a great lake to learn kayaking and SUP. They have rentals and the water is clear. The lodge has drinks and food and it is a wonderful place to just relax.
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Suttle Lake
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This is a great lake to learn kayaking and SUP. They have rentals and the water is clear. The lodge has drinks and food and it is a wonderful place to just relax.
This is a real treat to get off the highway and relax at the lakes edge with a drink or food. A large deck overlooking the lake is the perfect place to enjoy the forest as you interact with friends and family. They make some delicious food at both the lodge and the boathouse.
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The Suttle Lodge & Boathouse
13300 US-20
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This is a real treat to get off the highway and relax at the lakes edge with a drink or food. A large deck overlooking the lake is the perfect place to enjoy the forest as you interact with friends and family. They make some delicious food at both the lodge and the boathouse.

Arts & Culture

The Tower theater is a renovated theater that draws many different entertainment varieties. So many great things to experience.
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Tower Theater
835 NW Wall St
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The Tower theater is a renovated theater that draws many different entertainment varieties. So many great things to experience.
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Des Chutes Historical Museum
129 NW Idaho Ave
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A top rated museum that showcases the wild life and history of our area. Live shows with hawks, otters and many other animals.
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High Desert Museum
59800 US-97
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A top rated museum that showcases the wild life and history of our area. Live shows with hawks, otters and many other animals.
Located across the river from the Old Mill district, this is an outdoor music venue with lush green grass along the Deschutes river. Check the listings for the performers coming throughout the year.
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Les Schwab Amphitheater
344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr
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Located across the river from the Old Mill district, this is an outdoor music venue with lush green grass along the Deschutes river. Check the listings for the performers coming throughout the year.
Local talent preforming a variety of acts.
Cascades Theatrical Co
148 NW Greenwood Ave
Local talent preforming a variety of acts.

Shopping

The Factory outlet has many great stores with some real values. Eddie Bauer is one of my favorites.
Factory Outlet station
The Factory outlet has many great stores with some real values. Eddie Bauer is one of my favorites.
Macy's
3188 N Hwy 97
Sportsman's Warehouse
63492 NW Hunnell Rd
Great for finding things you might need on your stay. From Macy's to TJ Max to Hobby Lobby. Enjoy!
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Bend River Promenade
3188 N Hwy 97
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Great for finding things you might need on your stay. From Macy's to TJ Max to Hobby Lobby. Enjoy!
This is an outdoor mall that has many specialty stores. From World Market to sporting goods, to electronics to restaurants. A great place for hunting for your special items.
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Cascade Village Shopping Center
63455 N Hwy 97
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This is an outdoor mall that has many specialty stores. From World Market to sporting goods, to electronics to restaurants. A great place for hunting for your special items.
Eddie Bauer Outlet
61338 S Hwy 97
Sportsman's Warehouse
63492 NW Hunnell Rd
Located along the Deschutes River, there are numerous restaurants and shops for your enjoyment. Many of the restaurants along the river have outside seating so enjoy being outside and the wonderful views.
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Old Mill District
520 SW Powerhouse Dr
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Located along the Deschutes River, there are numerous restaurants and shops for your enjoyment. Many of the restaurants along the river have outside seating so enjoy being outside and the wonderful views.

Essentials

A great store for some very special kinds of items. Great wine prices as well.
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Trader Joe's
63455 N Hwy 97
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A great store for some very special kinds of items. Great wine prices as well.
The store has a good selection of fresh fruits and vegetables. Not far from the house.
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Food 4 Less
63455 N Hwy 97
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The store has a good selection of fresh fruits and vegetables. Not far from the house.
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Safeway
320 W Century Blvd
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Whole Foods Market
2610 NE Hwy 20
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Store specializing in fresh unique products.
Savory Spice Shop
375 SW Powerhouse Dr
Store specializing in fresh unique products.
The main hospital for our area.
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St. Charles Bend
2500 NE Neff Rd
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The main hospital for our area.
For those that do not know, Market of Choice carries top quality products with many being sources locally in Oregon. They always have fresh produce and a great selection of products to offer.
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Market of Choice
115 NW Sisemore St
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For those that do not know, Market of Choice carries top quality products with many being sources locally in Oregon. They always have fresh produce and a great selection of products to offer.

Everything Else

The district has been developed along the Deschutes river with restaurants, shops and walking trails along the river.
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Old Mill District
520 SW Powerhouse Dr
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The district has been developed along the Deschutes river with restaurants, shops and walking trails along the river.
A very friendly church that welcomes visitors and has a wonderful pastoral staff.
Westside Church
2051 Northwest Shevlin Park Road
A very friendly church that welcomes visitors and has a wonderful pastoral staff.

Entertainment & Activities

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Regal Cinemas Old Mill 16 & IMAX
680 SW Powerhouse Dr
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This is a great place for kids. Bowling, arcade games, go-karts etc. Well run and fun.
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Sun Mountain Fun Center
300 NE Bend River Mall Dr
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This is a great place for kids. Bowling, arcade games, go-karts etc. Well run and fun.
This outdoor theater hosts many musicians though the spring, summer and fall months. A beautiful setting by the Deschutes river. This located right across the river from the Old Mill District. A beautiful way to spend an afternoon / evening.
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Les Schwab Amphitheater
344 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr
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This outdoor theater hosts many musicians though the spring, summer and fall months. A beautiful setting by the Deschutes river. This located right across the river from the Old Mill District. A beautiful way to spend an afternoon / evening.
A beautiful setting and challenging course. Easy access as well. When you are finished, enjoy food and drink at the Crossings restaurant.
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River's Edge Golf Course
400 NW Pro Shop Dr
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A beautiful setting and challenging course. Easy access as well. When you are finished, enjoy food and drink at the Crossings restaurant.
A wonderful course to brighten your day and get you out in the sunshine.
Awbrey Glen Golf Club
2500 Awbrey Glen Dr
A wonderful course to brighten your day and get you out in the sunshine.
Great course along the Deschutes river 15 minutes south of Bend.
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Meadows Golf Course
17600 Center Dr
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Great course along the Deschutes river 15 minutes south of Bend.
A great setting among the tall pines and close to the three Sisters mountains. #0 minutes from Bend.
Big Meadow Golf Course - Black Butte Ranch Golf Club
13020 Hawks Beard
A great setting among the tall pines and close to the three Sisters mountains. #0 minutes from Bend.
Nice course in a beautiful central Oregon setting.
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Eagle Crest Golf
1590 Mountain Quail Dr
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Nice course in a beautiful central Oregon setting.
A challenging course in the tall pines on the way to Mount Bachelor. 5 minutes west of Bend.
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Widgi Creek Golf Club
18707 SW Century Dr
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A challenging course in the tall pines on the way to Mount Bachelor. 5 minutes west of Bend.
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Trampoline Zone & Adventure Park Bend
63040 NE 18th St
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Mountain Air Trampoline Park
20495 Murray Rd
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Billed as the biggest little rodeo. This is a great place for a day of rodeo fun.
Sisters Rodeo
Billed as the biggest little rodeo. This is a great place for a day of rodeo fun.