A vibrant city like Bend, the largest city east of the Cascades, has abundant recreational opportunities, from golfing, fishing, rock climbing, camping, mountain biking, hiking, rafting, sightseeing, snowmobiling, downhill and cross country skiing, plus many others.

All year-round, there is much to do while visiting Bend, from attending local, regional or national events such as Bend Farmers Market, the Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival, Wells Fargo Bend Summer Concerts or Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration, to visiting fitness, spas and massage venues, or the indoor skateboarding Park.

Bend Oregon History

We can easily say that Bend’s history dates back to the early 19th century, when only Native Americans, who found the right setting for hunting and fishing, knew the region. It was not until the winter of 1824, when members of a fur trapping party were led to visit this region, guided by Peter Skene Ogden.

Bend Oregon Outdoors

The city of Bend is situated on the Deschutes River, just in the foothills of the majestic snow capped Cascade Mountains and Oregon’s High Desert, with dry temperatures and weather changing continually. Bend is a great city for outdoor activities, including at least 24 golf courses, among many other attractions and outdoors activities.

Bend, Oregon

Arts & Culture

Bend is popular as a cultural city and the beauty and sophistication in performing arts and art exhibits only confirm the fame of .the most populated city in central Oregon, capital of the art scene, and home to renowned painters, writers, filmmakers, musicians, and other artists.

Bend Oregon Restaurants

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