Location: Bend
Top Things to do in Bend
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Only 21 miles from RDM airport, Bend is a natural playground for families and adventure travelers. Hiking and fishing along the Deschutes river, mountain biking and skiing at Mt. Bachelor are among the favorite activities. Enjoy award-winning restaurants or one of the nearly 30 breweries and pubs. Sunny weather compliments the many world class festivals and concerts. Bend is a great spot for family-friendly fun as well, from the High Desert Museum to ski areas with no fees for children under 12.
Restaurants in Bend
1. Wanderlust Tours
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5.0 based on 679 reviews
Wanderlust Tours offers half-day guided tours and trips throughout the year in the Bend, Oregon region. All tours are lead by our award-winning naturalist guides. We have specialized in outdoor tours, Bend brewery tours, outdoor activities, and things to do in Bend Oregon since 1993.
2. Big Mountain Heli Tours
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5.0 based on 40 reviews
Explore the stunning scnow capped Cascades Mountains by heliopter or land at a private vineyard. Experience Central Oregon like never before, our private helicopters tours offer intimate and thrilling scenic flights couples or families looking to do something memorable in Bend, Oregon. Discover Bends most exciting scenic tours. Book your flight today!
3. Let it Ride Electric Bikes Tours & Rentals
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5.0 based on 173 reviews
Have you seen this place? We love Bend and so will you. This Central Oregon town is rated as a must see destination with some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. Combine that with Bend’s small town feel, the Deschutes River and a nice little downtown, and there you go - a perfect place for a bike ride! We offer an amazing historical tour of Bend and the Deschutes River! So much to see! For those who would prefer to explore independently, we’ve got you covered! Looking for a good time? Need easy transportation around Bend? Want to do it in style and comfort? Rent a Pedego Electric Bike and do it all. Our rentals are the perfect addition to your Bend adventure. Forget about renting a car - our electric bikes get you where you want to go and there is no hassle with parking. We have something for everyone - single bikes, tandems, and trailers for kids. ! Call us - we will book your rental and help with accommodations for kids, special requests or multiple day rentals.
4. Seventh Mountain River Company
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5.0 based on 634 reviews
Our main attraction is whitewater rafting on the Upper Deschutes through Big Eddy rapids. This trip is approximately 90 minutes round trip with an hour spent floating and navigating the rapids of Big Eddy! In 3 miles you will encounter two class 1, two class 2 and five class 3 rapids! This trip is suitable for all skill levels from age 6 and up. We take photos in the class 3 section and are available for purchase as a memento of your trip. We also offer Stand Up Paddle Board tours which explore the calm waters of the Upper Deschutes River. These guided tours are a great way to learn about the geology while seeing places that are not frequently traveled. In the winter season the resort property is transformed into a winter wonderland that features an ice skating rink that is open to the public.
5. Deschutes River
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 253 reviews
Reviewed By jonc588 - Las Vegas, United States
Wide open park and river space (was there during beer fest!)...float down the river, surf on rapids and miles of walkways, with plenty of restaurants, pubs, shops and other distractions. Everyone seemed to have a great time...as did we!
6. Newberry National Volcanic Monument
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4.5 based on 819 reviews
One of the nation's newest national monuments, this 55,500 acre area seeks to preserve unique accessible volcanic features.
Reviewed By hbodesign - Portland, United States
Take the whole day and don’t miss a thing! We went to the lava fields first (caves were closed due to COVID) - an easy paved path throughout with plenty of view points and info placards along the way for a self-guided tour. Getting to the top requires some uphill walking, but not too steep. Next up was the Obsidian Flow - DO NOT MISS THIS! Unbelievable, and the perfect follow up to the rough textured pumice from the lava fields. The Obsidian Flow trail is more rugged than the lava fields, so wear sturdy shoes (no flip flops!). You can view from the bottom of the hill, but if you are able, you can get a gorgeous view from half way up via a railed staircase. There are benches to sit down and take it all in. And if you’ve got some stability and healthy knees/ankles, you can climb even higher via a worn rough path through the rocks. The view is SPECTACULAR up there, and its a bit like walking on another planet, with black glass rocks all around. Literally, awesome! Lastly, we ended our day by driving to the peak of Paulina. WOW - a winding drive on a sometimes narrowing road, but so worth it! I thought the view at Timberline Lodge was good, this is BEYOND. 360 degree views from 8000 ft. Additionally, incredible foliage, random obsidian, and petrified wood abound. No hiking required but there are a few paths from the parking lot if you’re adventurous and want to get a little closer to the edge!
7. Sun Country Tours
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4.5 based on 562 reviews
Make memories on the beautiful rivers of Oregon! Since 1978, Sun Country Tours has provided unforgettable river adventures that connect people with each other and with our incredible natural world. Looking for an iconic outdoor experience during your Central Oregon visit? The Big Eddy Thriller is a short whitewater rafting adventure convenient to Bend and Sunriver. This popular trip easily fits into a morning or afternoon and features Class III whitewater rapids just minutes from Bend. Looking for a longer adventure? Sun Country Tours offers full-day rafting trips on the McKenzie, Lower Deschutes and North Umpqua Rivers. Expert guiding, professional equipment, transportation and child pricing are offered on all trips, which are appropriate for kids 6 and older. Lunch is provided for the All Day Adventure, McKenzie Magic and North Umpqua Premier trips. Our reservation team is ready to answer your questions and help you pick the right adventure for your crew.
8. Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint
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4.5 based on 707 reviews
Reviewed By E4823BPbenv - Spokane, United States
We hiked up the road which was in the sun and a steady grade. It was tougher than I expected for a trail ranked as easy on AllTrails. Hiked down the dirt trail and it was more scenic and shaded and less steep. The 360 degree view was worth the 1.2 mile hike. Appreciated the signs that pointed out each of the peaks in the distance. Stunning!
9. Tumalo Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 684 reviews
Reviewed By JimHop - Seattle, United States
This trail was fantastic. You can drive right up to see the spectacular falls right from the parking lot, then our group did an 8 mile hike through the forest to the valley, with even more waterfalls and views along the way.
10. Evoke Winery (formerly Naked Winery)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
We are a small and growing winery with big personality, based in Hood River, Oregon. It's our belief that few things in this world can't be made better by a glass of wine and an honest conversation between friends. So join us as we pop open a bottle of wine and share time with each other. We invite you to enjoy the day with friends and wine. This charming tasting room, located in Bend's Old Mill District, offers an intimate inside area and an outdoor patio perfect for chilling in the hot summer months. Our other tasting rooms are located in Hood River and along the coast in Seaside. Find us on Facebook and Instagram. Evoke Winery | Let's Make Memories | #notyouraveragewinery
Reviewed By CaliforniaToOregon
My husband and I came here on our honeymoon after walking around the Old Mill District. We had a few questions in them morning before they opened and Amanda was extremely helpful answering questions. We came back in the afternoon for a flight wine tasting (we did the Naked flight- highly recommend). The wine was delicious and we were glad to have Amanda as our server. She answered all our questions and was so friendly! When she found out it was our honeymoon, so brought us complimentary champagne and chocolate. We ended up being there (they have a nice patio) for over 2 hrs as we enjoyed a bottle (the Partners in Wine we had tasted on our flight), champagne, and a cheese plate. The cheese plate was so filling and an excellent pairing with the wine. Such a fun and great experience! Highly recommend!
