Journal

Matt Mendes, a Warm Springs tribal member, leads anglers to experience the Deschutes River.

Matt Mendes: A legacy forged in the currents of the Deschutes

Best winter hikes in Bend, Oregon.

Inspiring winter hikes in Central Oregon

Aerial view of Mt. Bachelor in the winter in Bend, Oregon.

The best things to do in Bend for December

An outdoor table set for an event in Bend, OR

Catering in Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Wedding cake in Bend, OR

Weddings in Bend

Read The Article

Aerial view of Sparks Lake in Bend, Oregon around November.

The best things to do in Bend for November

Puffin beer koozie made from a local company.

What’s on tap for Bend Ale Trail Month

Bend’s hidden gem restaurants you won’t find unless you’re looking

Nonalcoholic beer from Crux Brewing in Bend, Oregon.

Top tips for the best Dry January in Bend

Hopservatory at Worthy Brewing in Bend, Oregon.

Bend’s most unique restaurants and eateries

Breakfast from Juice Easy in the Campfire Hotel.

Tasty Bend treats with deliciously naughty names

Bend’s best burgers

Where to eat

Best winter hikes in Bend, Oregon.

Inspiring winter hikes in Central Oregon

December 3, 2024

Aerial view of Mt. Bachelor in the winter in Bend, Oregon.

The best things to do in Bend for December

December 2, 2024

aerial view of the Cascase Lakes Scenic Byway in Bend, OR

Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

March 26, 2024

Sunset view of Mt. Bachelor Ski Area in Bend, Oregon.

Why Bend’s the best for a President’s Day Weekend family escape

February 9, 2024

Ice Skating at the Inn at Seventh Mountain Resort.

The best things to do in Bend for February

January 25, 2024

The best things to do in Bend for January

January 2, 2024

Explore winter in Bend

Soaking at Paulina Lake Hot Springs in Newberry National Volcanic Monument

Paulina Lake Hot Springs

Read The Article

Snowmobiling at Sparks Lake near Bend, OR

Snowmobiling in Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Aerial view of the Deschutes River in Bend, OR

Tubing, floating, surfing + paddling the Deschutes

Read The Article

View of the Three Sisters from a car.

Scenic drives near Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Hidden Forest Cave near Bend, OR

Caves near Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

On the banks of the Deschutes River at Tumalo State Park in Bend, OR

Oregon State Parks near Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Soaking at Paulina Lake Hot Springs in Newberry National Volcanic Monument

Paulina Lake Hot Springs

A complete guide Along the glimmering shores of Paulina Lake is Paulina Lake Hot Springs, where a unique and unforgettable soaking experience awaits. During the summer, these undeveloped hot springs, […]

Snowmobiling at Sparks Lake near Bend, OR

Snowmobiling in Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Aerial view of the Deschutes River in Bend, OR

Tubing, floating, surfing + paddling the Deschutes

Read The Article

View of the Three Sisters from a car.

Scenic drives near Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Hidden Forest Cave near Bend, OR

Caves near Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

On the banks of the Deschutes River at Tumalo State Park in Bend, OR

Oregon State Parks near Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

View All

A peacock at Petersen Rock Garden near Bend, OR

Petersen Rock Garden & Museum

May 30, 2024

Ponderosa pine trees near Bend, Oregon.

Lesser-known hikes to explore in Central Oregon

May 9, 2024

Play your favorite classic video games at Vector Volcano in downtown Bend, Oregon.

Offbeat attractions you shouldn’t miss on your Bend vacation

April 25, 2024

A guy paddle boards along the Deschutes River in Bend, Oregon.

8 reasons to pre-funk summer this spring in Bend

April 10, 2024

The best spring experiences in Bend, Oregon

February 21, 2024

Coiling the climbing rope at Trout Creek

Rock climbing in Bend, OR

November 7, 2023

View All

Blogger Tawna on a hike along the Green Lakes Trail near Bend, Oregon.

My perfect day in Bend

Forest after a prescribed burn near Bend, OR

What you need to know about wildfires in Bend

Read The Article

Meteor shower at Pine Mountain Observatory outside of Bend, OR

Stargazing in Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Stargazing in Bend and beyond, including the world’s largest dark sky san

Leave No Trace tag hangs on the backpack of a hiker in Bend, Oregon.

Top tips to Leave No Trace in Bend this year

Pack your 10 winter hiking essentials before recreating in Bend, Oregon.

Pack the 10 essentials for your Bend winter adventure

Blogger Tawna on a hike along the Green Lakes Trail near Bend, Oregon.

My perfect day in Bend

Over family dinner the other night (Mio Sushi in the Old Mill District, in case you’re wondering!) we got on the subject of the perfect day in Bend. As you […]

Forest after a prescribed burn near Bend, OR

What you need to know about wildfires in Bend

Read The Article

Meteor shower at Pine Mountain Observatory outside of Bend, OR

Stargazing in Bend, Oregon

Read The Article

Stargazing in Bend and beyond, including the world’s largest dark sky sanctuary

Leave No Trace tag hangs on the backpack of a hiker in Bend, Oregon.

Top tips to Leave No Trace in Bend this year

Pack your 10 winter hiking essentials before recreating in Bend, Oregon.

Pack the 10 essentials for your Bend winter adventure

View All

Aerial view of Mt. Bachelor in the winter in Bend, Oregon.

Three riders gravel cycling near Bend, OR

Bend Oregon Leash Laws.