Bend sits in Deschutes County, Central Oregon, between the Cascade Range and the Maury Mountains. It is a year‑round vacation spot for outdoor recreation. You can fly into Redmond Municipal Airport, which sits 16.5 miles north of town on US Highway 97, and connect to flights on American Eagle, Breez...
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8- Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint$0-$0
Enjoy a panoramic view of Bend from the 500‑foot cinder cone. Arrive early to avoid crowds.
Find on Viator → - Drake Park and Mirror Pond$0-$0
Stroll along the riverwalk and relax by Mirror Pond, a central city park with easy access and scenic trails.
Find on Viator → - High Desert Museum$0-$0
Explore Central Oregon’s wildlife and regional history at the High Desert Museum, featuring indoor exhibits and outdoor animal habitats.
Find on Viator → - Smith Rock State Park – Rock Climbing$5-$5
Try rock climbing on the iconic basalt walls of Smith Rock State Park, a world‑renowned destination for climbers of all skill levels.
Find on Viator → - Smith Rock State Park – Hiking Trails$5-$5
Hike the numerous trails around Smith Rock State Park, offering stunning river canyon views and varying difficulty levels.
Find on Viator → - Tumalo State Park$5-$5
Relax by the lake, rent a paddleboat, or have a picnic at Tumalo State Park, which also offers campsites and yurts for overnight stays.
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Where to stay
6Where to eat
10- The Butcher$25-$50/ppAmerican/Steakhouse · DowntownReserve →
- Ariana$12-$25/ppMediterranean · Old Mill DistrictReserve →
- 10 Barrel Brewing Co.$15-$30/ppPub/Brewery · DowntownReserve →
- Bittercreek Alehouse$13-$26/ppPub · DowntownReserve →
- Zio's Pizzeria$10-$18/ppItalian · NE BendReserve →
- Spork$11-$22/ppEclectic · DowntownReserve →
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