Visitor's Guide: Stoked on Central Oregon since 1997
By The Source Staff
Yonder
A little intel on towns surrounding Bend.
Be Nice, You’re in Oregon…
…and other slogans, rules and things you should know while you’re here
Visitor's Guide: Where cool peeps go to find cool things
Deets on towns near Bend
By Keely Damara
The Nature of Bend
Welcome to eagle, big pine, juniper and sagebrush country!
By Jim Anderson and LeeAnn Kriegh
So You're In Central Oregon
10 things every newcomer should know
By Magdalena Bokowa
Scout It Out
Map Your Trip
Four Food Spots to Try
Our staff awards a handful of restaurants top honors in our annual Restaurant Guide. These are the places that impressed us in 2019
Food Cart Pods Abound
Why limit your choices on food and drinks, when you can be surrounded by options?
By Chris Miller
Five Great Burgers in C.O.
The mainstay you crave, and where to get it best in Bend and beyond
By Lisa Sipe
Inspired Eats
10 places foodies frequent in Central Oregon
Central Oregon's Best Patios
12 spots to post up, grab a beverage and watch the world go by
By Grant Woods
Redmond Booze Cruise
Redmond's adult beverage scene is rapidly expanding. Our staff enlisted the help of a local party bus to check out the range of new options
By Nicole Vulcan
Our Staff’s Fave Beers
Yes, Central Oregon has a lot of great beer. Here are a few local classics to get you started.
Sippin' Spots
10 places to get a great cocktail in Bend and Central Oregon
Drinking Local? Drink Here
10 breweries and beer bars to make the most of Bend (and beyond)
By Kevin Gifford
Central Oregon Venues
Down for some music or comedy? Here are some of the venues where live events happen often .
By Isaac Biehl
Happenin' Events
Spring, summer, fall or winter, these are the big events to have on your radar in Central Oregon
Local Books To Guide You
By Tom Beans, Dudley's BookShop Cafe
Big Events!
There's no shortage of things to do in the region. Here's a rundown of some of the area's most popular events.
Out with the Kids
10 spots to take the family in Central Oregon
By Annette Benedetti
Books by Bendites
Whether you're visiting or you've been here a while, these books by Central Oregonians will give you reason to stop and sit a spell
Beyond the Big Stuff
Central Oregon has lots of well-known outdoor destinations and many other equally stunning spots, too. Here's where to go to stay away from the pack
Winter Paradise
Cabins, cocktails and winter fun await at Elk Lake Resort in the Cascades
Go with the Float
Everything you need to know before floating the Deschutes River
By Bron Wickum
Pole Pedal Paddle
A scenic race showcasing Bend's inclusive outdoor culture, from Mt. Bachelor to the Deschutes River
Fun with the Kids
Keep Calm and Float On
Read this before you float the Deschutes River
10 Mountain Bike Rides near Bend
Trails to ride, from beginner to expert
By Katy Bryce
10 Hikes in Central Oregon
When in Bend or beyond, here's where to hike and breathe that fresh mountain/desert air
By Brittany Manwill
Getting Out and About?
Here's what you need to get before you hit our trails and sno-parks
Snow Fun
A primer on our beautiful mountains
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