Ahhh Bend, Oregon, the mountain town that truly has it all. Nestled between the snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Mountains and panoramic high desert plateaus, Bend has grown from a sleepy lumber town to an international mecca for outdoor adventurers and families looking for active and healthy vacations and attractions.

Bend has you covered whether you’re seeking world-class river activities, hikes through ancient lava flows and summiting mountain peaks, or biking through scenic mountain forests. Trail runners will love the pristine beauty of Bend’s Urban Trail System. Everyone will enjoy the simple pleasure of a walk around one of 80+ public parks.

Come for the outdoors, and stay for the urban vibe. Shopping in Bend is casual and friendly. You’ll find small boutiques in the downtown area filled with locally made goods, or enjoy a stroll and shop at the Old Mill District, where you’ll find more familiar names.

Kids got the wiggles? Well, there’s plenty of kid-friendly activities in Bend. Take an afternoon and do some indoor go-karting or trampolining. Or take a hike! Check out kid-friendly hikes from the Deschutes River Trail to Pilot Butte. And make sure to grab an extra helping of high desert heaven and history with a living history trip to the High Desert Museum.

If there’s snow on the ground, scoop up all the skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and ice skating opportunities your winter-loving heart can handle. When you’re done, we’ll save a spot for you by the fire pit at a favorite Bend brewery.

Whether you love to explore the great outdoors and get your adrenaline and heart pumping, or you’re looking for family-friendly fun, people from around the world visit Bend to get outside and to be inspired by the Bend lifestyle. Follow the links below to discover tourist attractions in Bend, Oregon.