🎿 Ski in 12 feet of snow. ☀️Hike in 65º sunshine. 🍺Sip a beer on a patio. Spring break in Bend isn’t about picking between winter or summer—it’s about doing both, all in one day. 📍Morning turns at Mt. Bachelor → waterfall hike in the afternoon → local brews and bites by sunset.

Winter’s not done yet, but spring is calling. 🌨️☀️ 
Bend’s rolling into the new season with fresh powder up high and sunshine down low. This next dump means next week’s looking prime for that classic Bend multi-sport day—morning turns in the mountains, afternoon trails, and a cold one on a sunny patio to cap it all off. Who’s in? 🙋

📢 Big news! The Bend Sustainability Fund has awarded $561,615 in grant funding to six projects that make Bend’s outdoor spaces more sustainable, accessible, and adventure-ready. 🚣 Permanent docks at Cultus + Paulina Lakes: 
Improving access for all users, extending the season, improving accessibility, and enhancing riparian areas. 🚵 A new mountain bike hub at Wanoga: 
Creating a skill-building hub at the trailhead, featuring four progressive downhill trails designed for all riders—from casual enthusiasts to competitive athletes. 👉 Swipe through to see all six projects making an impact in and around Bend!

Bend got a fresh blanket of snow just in time for St. Patrick’s Day, and honestly? We’re feeling pretty lucky🍀❄️

🍻 Seven territories. One legendary ale trail. The Bend Ale Trail taster glass set + Juniper serving board won’t be around forever! ⏳ If you’ve been checking in at breweries but haven’t completed all seven territories, now’s the time. 🗺️ Use the Bend Ale Trail digital or paper passport 🍺 Grab a pint while you’re there 🏆 Pick up your prize at the Bend Visitor Center before it’s gone for good

Winter’s hanging on, and honestly? We’re not mad about it ❄️

Some nights call for ramen. Others call for a little bit of everything. 🍜🥢 Yokocho’s got crispy karaage, sizzling yakitori, and the kind of cozy, tucked-away feel that makes a place an instant favorite.

Spring in Bend is a wake-up call for the senses. The ponderosas stretch skyward, shaking off winter’s weight. Rivers swell with snowmelt, rushing wild and free. Even the high desert joins in—exploding with wildflowers, painting the earth in color. And you? You feel it too. That pull to wade knee-deep into the Deschutes. That itch to get lost—just for a while—in the shadow of Mount Bachelor. That urge to swap stories over a crackling fire, to raise another round, to laugh a little louder, to let the moment take over. Because if not now, when? This is Bend. 👉 Plan your next Bend adventure at the 🔗 link in our bio #ThisIsBend #visitbend #RoamBetterBend

So close you can almost feel it 🙌☀️🥾🪻 #ThisIsBend

Saturday plans: sorted. Grab a brew, hit up your favorite food cart, and kick back at @thepodski 🍻🍔

Some chase powder. Others taste it. 😆❄️ Either way, the backcountry serves up fresh tracks and wild terrain—if you come prepared. ✔️ Know your route ✔️ Check your beacon ✔️ Bring a solid crew (the kind that shares snacks AND safety tips 🤝) Always check the avalanche forecast before heading out. Stay safe, stay stoked. 🏔️

The freedom of the mountains. The rush of fresh powder. The joy of carving a perfect turn. 🏔️❄️ Adventure should belong to everyone, and @oregon_adaptive_sports (OAS) is making sure it does. Through adaptive equipment, expert coaching, and an incredible community, they’re breaking barriers and making skiing at Mt. Bachelor accessible to all. 🎥 Watch the full video and learn more at the link in our bio to see how OAS is transforming outdoor recreation in Bend!

The recipe for a perfect night: ✨ A few good friends 🎳 A competitive spirit 🕹️ A pocket full of arcade tickets 💡 Neon lights as your backdrop 📍 Lava Lanes, Bend

Mountains on the horizon, forests stretching for miles, and a sky that never seems to end—this is Bend at its best.

March is coming in HOT. ☀️ 50 degrees, soft turns, and a Saturday full of sunshine—this is what we live for. #ThisIsBend 🎿 🏔️ 📸: @mtbachelor

A cozy cocktail cabin, six crave-worthy food trucks, and the Bend Central District’s newest late-night hangout—@dogwoodatthepineshed is officially open! 🍸✨ Once a mill mechanic repair shop, this historic space has been restored and reimagined into a community gathering spot serving next-level cocktails and good vibes all night long. Bonus? It’s just steps from @oregonspiritdistillers and @campfirehotel. 📍 2nd Street near Hawthorne, in the @thebendcentraldistrict
⏰ Open late—that’s ’til midnight on Fri + Sat! 🌮 Food truck lineup: @thedominicanfoodcart, @wichdoctorsandwiches, @sopa_mexican_cuisine, @dinkydaubend, @kookicentraloregon & @red_beard_barbecue

🏔️ Every good story starts somewhere. Maybe it’s the first time you saw the Cascades stretch across the skyline. Maybe it’s when you dipped your paddle into a glassy alpine lake. Whatever your adventure, the Bend Visitor Guide is here to help you find it. 👉 Grab a print copy at the Bend Visitor Center or check out the digital version at the 🔗 link in our bio

🥶 The wind still bites, the mornings linger in frost, and the trails feel a world away from summer. But we know what’s coming—warmer air, trails bursting with wildflowers, and long days under the high desert sun. Until then, we dream. ☀️💭

Some adventures start on the trail, others start on the page. 🏔️📚 Either way, @dudleysbookshopbend has you covered—strong coffee, great reads, and that cozy, time-doesn’t-exist kind of vibe✨

The Deschutes River: a winter retreat for feathered travelers and quiet wanderers alike 🦆🌿

Lazy weekend mornings just taste better at Sparrow Bakery. Buttery croissants, creamy lattes, and the kind of breakfast that makes you want to sit and stay a while. ☕🥐

💖 Bend’s got heart—literally. Handmade hearts are scattered all over Downtown Bend today, thanks to the @waldorfschoolofbend and their annual ‘Heartbomb’ tradition. For 11 years, students, teachers, and families have been crafting these vibrant little surprises as a way to spread love and joy. If you find one, it’s yours to keep—just a small reminder of the creative, kind-hearted community that makes Bend so special. If you find one, it’s yours to keep. Take it, share it, or pass the love along. ❤️

With love, from Bend 💌 Some love letters don’t need words—just a snow-capped peak, a painted sky, and a quiet moment to take it all in. Happy Valentine’s Day from the high desert. 💕

The best way to celebrate winter? Dancing under the stars, sipping something warm, and soaking up the vibes at Bend Winterfest. It all starts tomorrow—who’s in? 🎶🔥

Silence, except for the soft rush of the river. The world seems to slow down here. #ThisIsBend