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We all know winter in Bend means endless downhill skiing and snowboarding. But the seasonal fun doesn’t stop at the slopes. Sledding, songs, shopping and more — here are five ways to live it up in Bend this season. More

Downriver Fly Fishing specializes in putting Oregon’s coastal steelhead in the net. They like to use single-hand fly rods with indicators and can also accommodate Spey fishermen. More

There’s no need to leave a precious family member behind when you travel to Bend. Bring your fur baby along and enjoy the area with many dog-friendly options for your next vacation. More

Some vacation destinations shine brightest in the summer, others put on their best show in winter. Known for its non-stop outdoor adventure, cultural abundance and craft beverage scene, Bend is delightful year-round. More

This year we decided to cut down our own Christmas tree — it was so much fun — and now it will be an annual tradition. The process was very simple. We purchased a National Forest tree tag for five dollars at Powder House Ski & Snowboard in Bend. My husband, Mitchell, purchased a bow saw to cut the tree, then all that was left was to decide where to go. We were split between the Cascade Lakes Highway area and Sisters. Mitchell knew one... More

At Timberline Mountain Guides, we believe that climbing and skiing in the mountains inspires us, exposes us to beautiful natural wonders, and creates bonds between people that transcend daily life. In short, it makes us feel more alive. Timberline Mountain Guides is owned, run and staffed by professional guides who value training and education. Many have achieved American Mountain Guide Association certifications, and all have taken training courses in guiding, avalanche science, and wilderness medicine. Our guides are fun, knowledgeable stewards of the land. Together... More

Some years are better than others for snowfall in Oregon; many are stoked at this winter’s forecast, which calls for decent conditions. Even if skiing and snowboarding aren’t accessible, however, sledding and tubing are guaranteed ways to have a blast in the snow. Even with some early season snowfall, many tubing spots need more snow to… More

When you go to the mountains, the beach or the lake, you can always look up at the night sky. “Just look up and enjoy the view,” Jerry Niehuser is famous for saying. The longtime manager at Sunriver’s Oregon Observatory has spent the past 30 years helping visitors foster their appreciation and understanding of the… More

Hosmer Lake near the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway I’ve lived in Oregon my whole life. I grew up on the Oregon Coast, spent my college years in the Willamette Valley and have been rooted in Central Oregon for more than two decades. I’ve traveled to every county in this great state, even making a career out of it as a writer — which might make me the luckiest girl in the world, and I always come back to Central Oregon. This region offers a real... More

Even when it's damp outside, we still want to get out there — to the forests and trails, the water’s edge, the mountains that are full of nature in all her glory. Camping is often the easiest way to immerse yourself in the elements. If only you could bring along your own comfy bed and a… More

Funny thing, I lived in Bend for a couple months before I finally heard about Shevlin. I don’t know if people were hiding it from me, but when I finally found Shevlin Park, I was astounded. It’s great. And I’m not just being obnoxiously enthusiastic. More

Wanderlust Tours' central mission has always been to get people out into the natural world — and that doesn't change in winter. More

Ready to drink in one of Oregon’s newest culinary trends, Portland Chef Gabriel Rucker travels to Central Oregon to pay a visit to Bendistillery. Equal parts farming, production facility and tasting room, Bendistillery offers Rucker a lesson in another blossoming Oregon tradition. Here on a 24-acre organic farm under the snowy gaze of the Cascade… More

If you’re fatigued by the long corridor of winter, we suggest you put a bend (or just Bend) in your travel plans. Set your compass for Central Oregon, where new shops and studios, bicycle tours and groomed track await you. Bike through history Wheel through Bend’s past on a guided tour with Let It Ride… More

Words like “epic” might get thrown around a lot, but for Bend, the label fits. An active weekend in Bend without a car provides just enough time to soak in Central Oregon’s legendary sun, explore the Cascade Range, lap up life on the river and relax in the state’s great logger-turned-lager town. More

Once a brewery tour guide, Veronica Vega is now Deschutes' director of product development. More

Cog Wild is your local guide company for cycling in Oregon. They offer mountain bike rentals, tours and skills clinics, as well as a shuttle to bike trails. Their guides have intimate knowledge of the hundreds of miles of trails that take you along rivers, to high mountain lakes and out to the many views and vistas of the Cascade Mountains and the surrounding high desert. From families to advanced mountain bikers, corporate tours and team building activities to private single-track adventures, Cog Wild is... More

Tall, snowy white and handsome, Central Oregon’s most-eligible ski gem, Mt. Bachelor, rises impressively above the high desert’s lava beds and pine forests, gazing longingly north to the Three Sisters’ playing-hard-to-get peaks. With seven high-speed quads serving the highest-elevation ski runs in Oregon, at over 9,000 feet, Bachelor’s world-class, inviting expanse reveals that this family-friendly resort boasts more than just rugged good looks. More

It’s no secret that Mt. Bachelor has stellar downhill skiing and snowboarding. But you don’t have to be a gravity addict to fully enjoy the snow-covered central Oregon Cascades. More

For a thousand good reasons Bend, Oregon is widely known as the premier outdoor playground of the United States. But a lesser known element of the Bend Experience is the city’s extraordinary abundance of craft beer – incredibly delicious craft beer! In our little mountain town of 82,000 people,  Bend has 10 world-class craft breweries-and counting-most all within walking distance of one another. Use the Bend Ale Trail Atlas Bend Discovery Map to discover Bend’s breweries – and for extra credit, head to our neighboring brewery in Sisters... More

Bend Electric Bikes is a full service e-Bike Shops in Portland offering e-bike rentals, repairs, and retail sales. More

​Snowshoe off trail into a snowy winter wonderland on our small group tours.Our outstanding naturalist guides bring the area alive for you with vibrant interpretation, snow play for all ages and simple inspiration of nature’s winter wonder.  Includes your guide, snowshoes, hot cocoa, and transportation! More

Getting to and around Bend doesn’t require a car — with a little planning you can get all around town and even up to Mt. Bachelor. More

Deschutes River Enterprises offers visitors a premier angling experience on Oregon’s renowned wild rainbow and steelhead river. Deschutes River Enterprises, LLC owner and guide, Cort Christensen’s years of experience and desire to share his knowledge of the canyon’s geology, flora and fauna add an extra dimension to the trips. Cort and his Guides’ foremost ambition is to make your Deschutes river float trip a memorable one: for excellent fishing of course, but also for the amenities, clean, scenic camps, delicious meals prepared under the central... More

Whether you're hitting the trail, rocking a concert, or just playing lawn games with friends, the guys at GoodLife Brewing know that the right beer can make any good day that much better. They invited us to Bend to share their vision, their beer, and teach us how to live the good life. More

Oregon Taxi Cab/Check Cab is a taxi serving Central Oregon. More

Bend's craft-beer-loving community comes together for the annual Bend Brewfest at the Les Schwab Amphitheater. There are many reasons why the Bend Brewfest is top of everyone's summer bucket list. More

Our very best days are about balance. When it comes to vacation, there’s nothing better than combining outdoor adventure, exploration of the area and a relaxing stay at a luxury lodging. Central Oregon is an ideal spot to do this: an outdoor playground that surrounds a culturally vibrant scene, filled with all the comforts of… More

In Central Oregon’s high desert, Bend has built quite a reputation as one of the best places for dog lovers, best places for mountain biking, best places for hiking, best places for skiing, and of course the best place for beer. With so many new breweries in Bend it can be hard to keep up with the experimental beer culture, but what if you’re looking for something other than beer? Well, you’re in luck! It’s an exciting time for wine in Central Oregon. More

Fire and ice, dogs and kids, stars and snow. Winter in Central Oregon has all the right ingredients for some serious family fun. Here are just a few ideas to put the stoke in your season this winter. Lace ’em up: The brisk high desert air and slick ice of Central Oregon’s rinks will make… More