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Deschutes, Oregon

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  • Bend, Oregon

    Deschutes River Trail Loop

    4.7
    3.18 mi / 203 ft gain
    There are quite a few urban trails along the Deschutes River, but my favorite runs just South of the Old Mill District near the Farewell Bend Park. Here you will find a gravel loop trail that is private and relaxing, but also very convenient to other amenities such as restrooms, shops, and resta...
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Deschutes River Loop via Farewell Bend Park

    1.14 mi / 62 ft gain
    Deschutes River Loop via Farewell Bend Park is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Bend, Oregon.
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Deschutes River Trail: Meadow Day Use Area

    5.0
    6.6 mi / 279 ft gain
    Deschutes River Trail: Meadow Day Use Area is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Bend, Oregon.
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Deschutes River Trail: Lava Island Trailhead to Benham Falls

    13.13 mi / 673 ft gain
    Deschutes River Trail: Lava Island Trailhead to Benham Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near La Pine, Oregon.
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Hike Bessie Butte

    4.4
    1.5 mi / 500 ft gain
    Just a mere 15 minutes outside of Bend, Oregon the Bessie Butte Trail is a wonderfully scenic hike to overlook Bend on one side and the Deschutes National Forest on the other. The butte provides an excellent view of the surrounding mountains of which there are many: Mount Bachelor, The South Sist...
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Smith Rock State Park Loop

    4.9
    5.55 mi / 1325 ft gain
    Park your vehicle in the bivouac parking area and hike 200 yards west to the tent campsites. Set up your home away from home at one of the undesignated cliff side campsites overlooking the park. Although it is famous for rock climbing, Smith Rock also boasts an extensive trail system. The best h...
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Boyd Cave

    5.0
    0.69 mi / 66 ft gain
    Located 20 miles southeast of Bend, Boyd Cave is a well preserved lava tube stretching close to a mile. To get there, take Highway 97 South through Bend and turn left on China Hat Road. Go straight for exactly 9 miles. Turn left at mile 9 onto the trail at FS242. You will know it has been 9 miles...
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Smith Rock State Park Canyon Trail

    5.0
    3.27 mi / 587 ft gain
    Smith Rock State Park Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Misery Ridge Loop

    5.0
    2.57 mi / 774 ft gain
    This hike takes you on a tour of the park, starting out with a steep climb up to the top of the formations and then back down past Monkey Face and to the canyon floor.  It's a very popular place so if you're hoping for solitude start early -- the light on the rock walls will be worth rising earl...
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Summit Trail Loop at Smith Rock

    4.6
    6.87 mi / 1506 ft gain
    Smith Rock State Park is an iconic PNW canyon that's become one of the rock climbing capitals of the country, and known worldwide for its sport climbing routes. And while climbing draws crowds year-round, adventurers also visit for its trail system boasting sweeping Central Oregon volcano views. ...
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Snow Camp at Smith Rock

    5.0
    3 mi / 350 ft gain
    Just 140 miles southeast of Portland, and 27 miles north of Bend, lies a clustering of rocks more prominently referred to as Smith Rock.This intricate rock formation is a mecca for climbers during the warm summer months, however the landmark unveils a new face during the snowy season that few eve...
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Misery Ridge Trail

    5.0
    2.58 mi / 919 ft gain
    Misery Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    Canyon Trail and Homestead Trail

    2.38 mi / 466 ft gain
    Canyon Trail and Homestead Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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  • Terrebonne, Oregon

    North Point Loop

    5.0
    0.43 mi / 13 ft gain
    North Point Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Deschutes River Trail: Benham Falls to Slough Meadow

    5.0
    4.51 mi / 364 ft gain
    Deschutes River Trail: Benham Falls to Slough Meadow is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Bend, Oregon.
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  • Bend, Oregon

    Bike or Hike The Deschutes River Trail

    22 mi / 1280 ft gain
    The Deschutes River Trail is a must do mountain bike ride or hike in between Sunriver and Bend, Oregon. The river varies from calm water to waterfalls. The trail follows along the river and goes through pine forests, meadows, and lava flows. Most of the single track is smooth with a few more tech...
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