Bend, Oregon
Surrounded by world-class outdoor adventures and brimming with great craft beer, coffee, and food, Bend is an all-season destination worthy of inclusion on your must-visit list.
Top Spots in and near Bend
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Bend, Oregon
Tumalo Creek Loop
5.09.79 mi / 1437 ft gainThis Loop begins at the Tumalo Falls View Point; however, the trail continues for another 3 miles. Although the first waterfall is certainly spectacular, this creek has cascading falls about every half mile. These water falls are indicative of the famous geology in the Three Sisters Wilderness....Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Snowshoe or XC Ski to Tumalo Falls
3.55 mi / 500 ft gainIf you are looking to Hike to Tumalo Falls in any season other than winter, click here!In the summer, Tumalo Falls can be a great destination to drive up and hang out due to the fact that you can park near the base of the falls. Because of this, it can get quite crowded! However, in the winter, t...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Explore Arnold Ice Caves
4.00.95 mi / 26 ft gain...Deep in the central Oregon Forest is a cave that is surrounded by Juniper Trees, Ponderosa Pines and the landscape of a secret volcanic underground world! This short hike is located roughly 12 miles East of Bend, and makes for an epic adventure for all to enjoy. A little history on the cave.....Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Hike Tam McArthur Rim Trail
5.05.2 mi / 1500 ft gainThe Tam McArthur Rim Trail is a day hike in the Three Sisters Wilderness that will have you gaining about 1,500' of elevation for beautiful views of Three Creek Lake and the surrounding Three Sisters Mountains. On a clear day you can also catch a peak of Mt. Bachelor Ski Area. The trail is less ...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Tam McArthur Rim, Green Lakes, Park Meadow Tie Loop
3.322.58 mi / 3675 ft gainThis loop trip around Broken Top is one of the premier backpacking loops in Oregon. The trail winds past numerous alpine lakes, including the popular Green Lakes area, and offers near-constant views of Broken Top, the Three Sisters, and Mount Bachelor. To top it all off, the clear skies typical o...Read more -
Deschutes County, Oregon
Broken Top Trail to No Name Lake
4.74.84 mi / 1198 ft gainThe hike takes you along a glacial lake and to unbeatable mountain views at the end. It’s a hidden gem! The trail isn’t marked and the best way to get there is know someone that’s been before. The lake is unbelievably beautiful with deep blue glacial water and the view of the mountains at the end...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Tumalo Mountain Trail
4.6There is an official trail to the summit that begins just North of the Dutchman Flat Sno-Park parking area. The trail is signed and states 1.5 miles to the summit. When there is snow on the ground, you will not see the the official trail. You will need snowshoes or skins, but you just head straig...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Tumalo Mountain Trail
5.04.03 mi / 1430 ft gainStart by parking at Dutchman Flat Sno-Park, which is located just opposite to the base area at Mt. Bachelor. If you're doing this adventure during the summer, late spring, or early autumn you should be able to follow the Tumalo Mountain hiking trail all the way to the top. However, if you're visi...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Hike Mt. Bachelor Sunrise to Summit
4.56 mi / 2615 ft gainThe Sunrise to Summit Trail on Mt. Bachelor is the easiest and most straightforward way for peakbaggers to reach the summit of one of Central Oregon’s classic volcano climbs. The top boasts views of Broken Top, the Three Sisters, and even Mt. Jefferson beyond. Mt. Bachelor’s official Sunrise to S...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Camp at Todd Lake
4.0Todd Lake is a beautiful yet small lake just 24 miles West of Bend. Its location is perfect for accessing Broken Top Mountain, and even better for the view of Mount Bachelor.Spend a day at Todd Lake and enjoy fishing (mostly rainbow trout), swimming, and free access to three different locations o...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Nordic Ski on Mt. Bachelor
5.0The forest on Mt. Bachelor is a winter wonderland when it is covered in snow. The Mt. Bachelor Nordic Center grooms the track-set trails daily, and there are trails for all skill types. Choose your own adventure my skiing loops of all different lengths and difficulties, and then warm up by the fi...Read more -
Sisters, Oregon
Mountain Bike the Peterson Ridge Trail
1.016.1 mi / 1167 ft gainBend, Oregon has a deserved reputation as one of the top mountain bike destinations in the country. Unless you are from the area, you might not be familiar with nearby Sisters. Sisters is a sleepy western-themed town of 3,000 better known for it's annual rodeo and quilt festival but the locals ha...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Snowshoe to Todd Lake
2.86 miIt’s so peaceful to be out snowshoeing through the Cascade Mountains. There are views of Mt. Bachelor, the South Sister and Broken Top on a clear day. Also, feeding the birds at the end is really fun!The trail is a little over 6 miles round trip (it's a loop if you go around the lake at the end) ...Read more -
Deschutes County, Oregon
Chush Falls
3.35.75 mi / 823 ft gainJust outside of Sisters, Oregon, near Bend, is a beautiful hike to a picturesque waterfall. It is rarely crowded thanks (and no thanks) to the Pole Creek Fire, which ravaged the area several years ago. Because of the fire, the hike and landscape have been drastically altered. What used to be a 2-...Read more -
Sisters, Oregon
The Sisters to Smith Rock Ride
5.036.6 mi / 597 ft gainStarting in the "Old West" town of Sisters, Oregon and ending at Smith Rock State Park outside the small town of Terrebonne, this route takes riders past a variety of historical sites, shows the gentle curves of the Deschutes River and frames spectacular views of the Cascade Mountains, and ends w...Read more -
Bend, Oregon
Green Lakes Trail
4.79.19 mi / 1240 ft gainThis 8.5 mile roundtrip hike to Green Lakes basecamp gains elevation gradually as it meanders along beautiful Fall Creek with numerous small cascades. Depending on the season (expect significant snow on the trail through early-to-mid June) the stark contrast of the snow with creek is beautiful, t...Read more