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Overview

Bend is where all lovers of the outdoors should live – it's an absolute paradise. You can ski fine powder in the morning, paddle a kayak in the afternoon and play golf into the evening. Or would you rather go mountain biking, hiking, mountaineering, stand-up paddle boarding, fly-fishing or rock climbing? You can even surf a river wave in the center of town. Plus, you'll probably be enjoying it all in great weather; the area gets nearly 300 days of sunshine each year.

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Best Things to Do

From outdoor experiences to craft beer, Bend offers a variety of tour options, so you can pack in as much as possible.

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Best Time to Visit

From snowy slopes in winter to lazy rivers in the warm summer, there's plenty to do in Bend no matter when you visit.

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Things to Know

From how to get around, what to wear and securing park permits, here's everything you need to know to act like a local on your trip to Bend, Oregon.

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Transportation

These are the transport methods Bendites use to make their way around town, aside from personal vehicles. 

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Free Things to Do

Fresh off the Pacific Crest Trail with very few pennies to your name? Here's how to see Bend on a shoestring budget.

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Best Neighborhoods

Booming Bend, Oregon, offers neighborhoods to suit every taste. Here are our picks for the best areas for dining, shopping, outdoor activities and more.

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Day Trips

Bend is the heart of Oregon's desert country, and a great base for outdoorsy excursions to the Old West. Here are our favorite day trips from Bend.

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Money and Costs

If you prefer camping and Coleman stoves to luxury suites and fine dining, Bend is the place to be. These are our top tips for stretching your dollar.

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