Dog-Friendly Bend: Where to Take Your Four-Legged Best Friend
Bend might just be the most dog-friendly city in Oregon, and that’s saying something in a state that already loves its pups. Walk through any part of town on a…Read More
Smith Rock: The Ultimate Day Trip from Bend
Just 30 minutes north of Bend lies one of Oregon’s most dramatic landscapes. Smith Rock State Park rises from the high desert floor like a cathedral of volcanic tuff and…Read More
Phil’s Trail: Why Bend Is a Mountain Biking Paradise
If you’ve ever wondered why mountain bikers from around the world flock to Bend, Oregon, the answer often starts with two words: Phil’s Trail. This legendary network of singletrack winds…Read More
Farm Fresh: A Guide to Bend’s Farmers Markets
One of the things that makes Bend feel like more than just a ski town with good vibes is its deep connection to local food. And nothing showcases that connection…Read More
Northwest Crossing: Bend’s Most Walkable Neighborhood
Ask any real estate agent about Bend’s most sought-after neighborhoods, and Northwest Crossing (NWX) will be at the top of the list. This master-planned community on the west side of…Read More
The Coffee Lover’s Guide to Bend, Oregon
Bend runs on sunshine, mountain air, and really, really good coffee. Whether you need a pre-hike espresso, a cozy work-from-café spot, or a lazy Sunday latte with a view, Bend’s…Read More
Mt. Bachelor: Your Backyard Ski Resort Just 20 Minutes Away
One of the biggest perks of living in Bend? Having the seventh-largest ski resort in the country practically in your backyard. Mt. Bachelor sits just 22 miles west of downtown…Read More
Your Guide to Floating the Deschutes River This Summer
When the thermometer climbs past 80 and the sun doesn’t set until 9 PM, there’s only one thing Bend locals are thinking about: floating the Deschutes. Every summer, over 250,000…Read More
Why Bend Is the Craft Beer Capital of Oregon
With over 30 breweries packed into a town of just 110,000 people, Bend has one of the highest breweries-per-capita ratios in the country. Whether you’re a hophead, a sour lover,…Read More
7 Hiking Trails in Bend That Will Take Your Breath Away
If you moved to Bend for the trails — honestly, same. With over 300 miles of hiking trails within a short drive of downtown, Bend is a hiker’s paradise no…Read More