Cascade Mountains. Ski Resorts. Lakes. Outdoor Adventure.

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BEND, OREGON is a small but noteworthy city on the Deschutes River (located in central oregon). West are the lakes, ski resorts, and multi-use trails. In town are the breweries, floats (down the deschutes), concerts, and golf courses (both in and around bend).

do + play

FLOAT down the deschutes river on anything from inner tubes, to stand-up paddle boards, to giant rafts.

GOLF one of the many courses either in or around bend

SPARK LAKE is a natural body of water near the crest of the central Cascade Range located about 26 miles west-southwest of Bend along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway in Deschutes National Forest.

DEVILS LAKE is a natural body of water near the crest of the central Cascade Range located about 30 miles west of Bend along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway in Deschutes National Forest.

CULTUS LAKE is a family friendly lake and resort (including 23 rustic cabins) located approx 40 minutes west of Bend. Great for boating, camping, fishing, kayaking, and more.

eat + drink

Spoken Moto go for coffee and small bites. located at 310 SW Industrial Way.

The Sparrow Bakery go for coffee, breakfast bites, and baked treats. order an ocean roll. there are a couple locations.

McKay Cottage Restaurant go for breakfast. expect a wait, but be sure to order a coffee and order a small treat from the pastry case while you wait. located at 62910 O. B. Riley Rd #340.

The Lemon Tree go for brunch and order the avo hash smash + fresh fruit. located at 718 NW Franklin Ave.

Chow sources “local and organic whenever possible and regularly offer specials that feature the best of Oregon's seasonal bounty in creative ways.” they “have strong relationships with local and regional producers and are deeply committed to sustainability” in all they do. go for brunch or lunch. located at 1110 NW Newport Ave.

Active Culture promotes a sustainable food culture and healthy options. go for breakfast and or lunch. located at 285 NW Riverside Blvd.

Jackson’s Corner believes “in conscious sourcing of food. It is better for our own health and our communities. We believe that it is possible to support your local farmer within a restaurant. We love food. We love coffee. We love meeting the people who walk in our doors everyday.” go for brunch and order the huevos racheros. grab a late lunch to-go and order one of their sammiches and grab a beverages from their case. or go for dinner and order one of their wood fired pizzas. our favorite is their west side location at 845 NW Delaware Ave.

The Lot is an open air eatery with a variety of food cart options to choose from. go for lunch and enjoy one of the 15+ rotating beers on tap. located at 745 NW Columbia St.

Bledsoe Family Winery was created after Drew Bledsoe’s retirement from the NFL as a sister project to Doubleback, a world-class producer or Cab. Sauv out of Walla Wallay Valley. go for a wine tasting and a cheese board located at 550 SW Industrial Way Suite 198.

Crosscut - Warming Hut No.5 offers a variety of craft beer and wine, and is focused on small local breweries and unique beers from all around the world. go for an adult beverage and enjoy one of three different menus offered by local chefs “in the garden”. located at 566 SW Mill View Way.

San Simon ”sophisticated debauchery”. go for a martini or unique cocktail. located at 845 Tin Pan Alley.

Gracias, Bye.

- Last Updated: July 2020 -

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