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Standup paddleboarding near Bend, OR

What is it about water that washes away your worries? From the powerful churn of whitewater to the calming sparkle of a mountain lake, Bend’s waterways beckon you to play, splash, float, paddle, or station your blissed-out self in a cozy cafe by the river. Nearly any Bend vacation gets better with a creekside stroll or a few hours paddling, fishing, rafting, or picnicking on the shore of a shimmering lake. Ready to dip your toes in the water? We’ll show you the way!

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Whether you prefer a leisurely float or a thrilling ride through rapids, the Deschutes River has something for everyone.

Water, water everywhere

Kayaking on the Deschutes River near Bend, OR

Floating + tubing the Deschutes

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Standup paddleboarding (SUP)

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Having a picnic at Elk Lake near Bend, OR

Cascade lakes

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Fly fishing in the winter near Bend, OR

Fly fishing

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Fishing at Crane Prairie reservoir near Bend, OR

Lake fishing

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Running in Shevlin Park in Bend, OR

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Leave No Trace in Bend, OR

Leave No Trace in Bend

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A dog in Bend, OR

Dog travel in Bend

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An accessible walking trail in Bend, OR

Accessibility in Bend

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Weather in Bend

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Eat + drink in town

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

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A whiskey cocktail at Chomp Chomp in Bend, OR

Bend bars + nightlife

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Funky Fauna brewery in Sisters, Oregon is part of the Bend Ale Trail

The Bend Ale Trail

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Bend wine bars and wineries

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Nonalcoholic beer from Crux Brewing in Bend, Oregon.

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Hopservatory at Worthy Brewing in Bend, Oregon.

Bend’s most unique restaurants and eateries

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Upcoming events in Bend

Thrilla Cyclocross Series p/b High Desert Sports and Spine and the Horner C

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Mountain Burger’s 2nd Birthday Celebration

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Thursday Night Live Music

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Trailblazing in Space: Missions of Discovery & Diversity with Dr. Ellen

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Livable Future Forum: A Mule Deer’s Life 🦌

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Pigment + Place: Natural Pigments Workshop Series

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Mountain Burger’s 2nd Birthday Celebration

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Thursday Night Live Music

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Trailblazing in Space: Missions of Discovery & Diversity with Dr. Ellen Ochoa

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