Have some down time and trying to figure out things to do? Here are a few of our favorite things to do and visit in the area!

Hikes:
 If you don’t have a car check out Transit to Trails!

  • Crater Lake National Park ( 2 hour drive from Bend but worth it)

  • Black Butte

  • Tumalo Peak

  • Tumalo Falls

  • Oregon Badlands

  • Smith Rock State Park

  • Newberry Volcanic National Monument

  • Benham Falls

  • Lava Butte

  • Sparks Lake

  • Suttle Lake

  • Mt. Bachelor

  • Tam-MacArther Rim (permit required)

  • Green Lakes (permit required)

  • Mathieu Lakes (permit required)

  • Moraine Lake (permit required)

In Bend:

  • Drake Park or Riverbend Park

  • Standing surf wave

  • Bike trails

  • Float the Deschutes River

  • Pickleball

  • Bend Ale Trail

  • High Desert Museum

  • Golf

Shopping:

  • Old Mill District

  • Market of Choice or Newport Ave Market (made in OR food and drinks)

  • The Workhouse (local artists)

  • Silverado (jewelry)

  • Somewhere That’s Green (plants)

  • Gear Fix (used outdoor gear)

  • Ruffwear (dog supplies)

Other fun day trips:

  • Drive scenic Hwy 242 for stunning views

  • Visit Sisters, OR