Bend, OR at a Glance
Fondly referred to as the recreation capital of Oregon,
Bend boasts a multitude of outdoor activities, from hiking to skiing to camping.
In the summer, golf on one of Bend's scenic courses in the morning and stargaze
at the Pine
Mountain Observatory in the evening. Leisure enthusiasts enjoy rafting,
kayaking and fishing excursions on the Deschutes
River and mountain biking and hiking in the Deschutes
National Forest. Bend is home to the wacky and family-oriented Funny
Farm amusement park, as well as several museums. One such museum is the
Deschutes
Historical Center, which features a number of prehistoric and pioneer history
displays. Wintertime in and around Bend features a wealth of outdoor activities,
such as skiing at the Mt.
Bachelor Ski Area and snowshoeing and snowmobiling in the many surrounding
wilderness areas. After a day of adventure, visitors choose from a variety of
accommodations to relax in, ranging from hotels to vacation rentals to bed and
breakfasts.
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