Bend is one of the best mountain bike destinations in the west, so be sure to enjoy its many trails if you are a bike lover! A popular starting point is Phil's Trailhead.
Hiking
Meadow Day Use Area, Bend, OR 97702
There are countless hiking trails in and around the Bend area. For a hike along the Deschutes River, check out the trailhead at Meadow Day Use Area.
Golfing
61240 Skyline Ranch Rd, Bend, OR 97702
Check out one of the acclaimed golf courses in Bend, including Tetherow, Pronghorn, and Sunriver.
Pilot Butte Viewpoint
1310 NE Hwy 20, Bend, OR 97701
For a bird's eye view of Bend and Mt. Bachelor, walk or drive to the Pilot Butte viewpoint.
Bend Whitewater Park
166 Southwest Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend, OR 97702
Surf the river wave at Bend Whitewater Park.
Deschutes River Paddle
805 SW Industrial Way, Bend, OR
Enjoy the Deschutes Paddle Trail by renting a stand-up paddle board or kayak. You can get a map and rentals at Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe.
E-Bike Tour
769 SW Columbia, Bend, OR
Take a self-guided e-bike tour of the Deschutes River Trail and surrounding bike-friendly neighborhoods. Wheel of Fun offers walk-up, same-day rentals.
Mt. Bachelor
13000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR 97702
For a view of Three Sisters and Broken Top, head to Mt. Bachelor for a scenic chairlift ride or early season ziplining.
Cascade Lakes
Cascade Lakes National Scenic Byway, Bend, OR 97703
West of Bend are the scenic Cascade Lakes, great for swimming, canoeing, and SUP. For the best photos of South Sister and Broken Top, head to Sparks Lake, about 30 miles from Bend.
Food Cart Lot
536 NW Arizona Ave, Bend, OR
Oregon is known for its food cart lots! These are great places to grab a meal and a beer, and they are usually dog-friendly. In Bend, try The Podski, The Lot, or the Midtown Yacht Club.
Brewery Tour
1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR
Bend is known for its vibrant brewery scene, and most are downtown within a 4-block radius.