Misery Ridge A classic hike for visitors, or to save for when the crowds subside Touted as the home of sport climbing in the United States, Smith Rock State Park is a gem of Central Oregon proportions. The aptly named Crooked River carved a natural moat between the vertically fissured canyons and the vast and […]
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Flagline Trail open Aug. 15
Flagline Trail consists of three sections in the upper ramparts of Bend’s mountain bike trail system, exploring the Alpine environment of the High Desert. Ripping downhill sections through old growth forest, quaint meadows and creek crossings give Flagline a uniquely Alpine feel. Upper and Lower Flagline, and the Flagline Tie trail, are used to skirt […]
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Waldo Lake offers spectacular biking, hiking, boating and camping
As Oregon’s second largest natural lake, Waldo Lake makes a great destination for hikers, bikers, campers and boaters. It’s one of the clearest lakes in Oregon and captures second place for the deepest, after Crater Lake. The lake is naturally fed from snowmelt and springs, limiting the amount of organic material in the water. On […]
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Pole Creek
A trailhead less traveled
Bend has an iconic landscape, which includes the volcanic monuments known as the Three Sisters. North, Middle and South Sister—also referred to as Faith, Hope and Charity—fill our western horizon and are seemingly within arms reach. Access points to the Three Sisters are sparse, however, as they lie in the designated Three Sisters Wilderness area. […]
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Phil’s Trail
The tried and true for Bend mountain biking
It’s where it all started—all 400 miles of it—the most famous and popular single track in Bend. Named after Phil Meglasson, one of the insightful few who built trails for locals back in the 1980s, the Phil’s complex is ground zero for the “fast and flowy” nature of Central Oregon mountain bike trails. Phil’s Trail […]
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Canine First Aid Clinic
Owning a dog is a basic part of the Central Oregon lifestyle. Have you ever wondered what you would do in a medical emergency for your dog out in the backcountry? Dr. Alan Kelley, owner of Alpine Veterinary Clinic, is hosting a class to help Central Oregonians learn Canine First Aid. “You love your dog […]
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Mt. Bachelor Bike Park
13 miles of downhill bliss
Mt. Bachelor is probably best known for ripping powder on bluebird days, but in the summer, the bike park has some sick downhill as well. It’s been nearly 20 years since I rode downhill at Mt. Hood’s Ski Bowl, but after the first lap at Bachelor, and some excellent tips from my co-riders, I’m instantly […]
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Hot Local Deals for Hot Summer Days
Ready to beat the heat and save some cash? Check out these summer deals on getting or staying active. Tula Movement Arts This is Bend’s local hub for everything from slack lines to aerial to acro yoga. This is their first year in town and to celebrate they are offering $30 for three weeks of […]
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The Early Days of Bend Tours
Walking tours explore history and architecture Learn about some of the natural and human history of the region, or alternately, about the architecture of the city and how various architectural styles once reflected the growing community. The Deschutes Historical Museum‘s weekly Heritage Walking Tours allow participants to stroll through some of the oldest neighborhoods in […]
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Bend Rugby Headed to Nationals
The team’s undefeated league play was capped by a big win in the Pacific NW Division title game
Bend Rugby’s undefeated league play was followed up by a 58-point thrashing of the Boise Lions for the Pacific Northwest Division title. Bend won the game 70-12. Bend now travels to San Francisco to play in the Nationals, which starts April 28. Bend Rugby was started in 1975 when Keith Erickson and John Jeans founded […]