Bend’s a magical place where the sunsets knock your socks off and lakefront vistas take your breath away—that’s the beauty of this place.
Where everyday people and everyday moments weave a tapestry that’s bright and wild and wonderful. Forget sterile postcard pictures you touch but can’t feel. Bend stirs up feelings so fierce you’ll find yourself staring at snow-capped mountains wondering “is that real?”
It’s all good here — and so are you.
👉 Watch the full video and plan your next Bend adventure at visitbend.com/community/this-is-bend/
#ThisIsBend #VisitBend #RoamBetterBend
Downhill Mountain Biking at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area in Bend, OR
Are you ready to take your mountain biking adventures to new heights? Mt Bachelor’s Bike Park is your ultimate destination! With trails designed for riders of all skill levels, this park offers something for everyone. 🚴♂️🏔️
If you’re new to mountain biking, don’t worry! You can start on beginner-friendly trails like Little Pine and gradually progress to more advanced runs. For those looking for more excitement, intermediate trails like Blade Runner and Lava Flow offer a mix of speed and technical challenges.
Exciting news! 🎉 The new Evergreen multi-use trail, a collaboration with Discover Your Forest and Visit Bend’s Bend Sustainability Fund, opened on August 1st for hiking and downhill biking!
Downhill Mountain Biking at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area in Bend, OR
Are you ready to take your mountain biking adventures to new heights? @mtbachelor’s Bike Park is your ultimate destination! With trails designed for riders of all skill levels, this park offers something for everyone. 🚴♂️🏔️
If you’re new to mountain biking, don’t worry! You can start on beginner-friendly trails like Little Pine and gradually progress to more advanced runs. For those looking for more excitement, intermediate trails like Blade Runner and Lava Flow offer a mix of speed and technical challenges.
Exciting news! 🎉 The new Evergreen multi-use trail, a collaboration with @discoveryourforest and Visit Bend’s Bend Sustainability Fund, opened on August 1st for hiking and downhill biking!
Downhill Mountain Biking at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area in Bend, OR
Are you ready to take your mountain biking adventures to new heights? @mtbachelor’s Bike Park is your ultimate destination! With trails designed for riders of all skill levels, this park offers something for everyone. 🚴♂️🏔️
If you’re new to mountain biking, don’t worry! You can start on beginner-friendly trails like Little Pine and gradually progress to more advanced runs. For those looking for more excitement, intermediate trails like Blade Runner and Lava Flow offer a mix of speed and technical challenges.
Exciting news! 🎉 The new Evergreen multi-use trail, a collaboration with @discoveryourforest and Visit Bend’s Bend Sustainability Fund, opened on August 1st for hiking and downhill biking!
Downhill Mountain Biking at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area in Bend, OR
Are you ready to take your mountain biking adventures to new heights? @mtbachelor’s Bike Park is your ultimate destination! With trails designed for riders of all skill levels, this park offers something for everyone. 🚴♂️🏔️
If you’re new to mountain biking, don’t worry! You can start on beginner-friendly trails like Little Pine and gradually progress to more advanced runs. For those looking for more excitement, intermediate trails like Blade Runner and Lava Flow offer a mix of speed and technical challenges.
Exciting news! 🎉 The new Evergreen multi-use trail, a collaboration with @discoveryourforest and Visit Bend’s Bend Sustainability Fund, opened on August 1st for hiking and downhill biking!
Plan B: High Desert Museum 🦅�Switching up your plans for the day due to wildfire smoke? Shift gears and head to the High Desert Museum! You can explore interactive exhibits, learn about local history, and see the adorable river otters. There’s so much to explore indoors! 🦦✨
⚠️ If you plan to head outdoors, check resources like our wildfire page for quick access to fire updates and the current Air Quality Index (AQI), to ensure healthy outdoor recreation conditions.
It’s #WineWednesday and an afternoon drink in Brooks Alley from FERM & fare is calling our name 🍷
Savoring the slower pace of life 🍸✨
Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway
Are you ready for a new adventure?
The Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway will lead you from the charming streets of Sisters to the breathtaking walls of Smith Rock. You'll pass by historic sites, ponderosa forests, the graceful curves of the Deschutes River, and perfectly framed views of the Cascade Mountains. 🚴🌲
Learn more about the region’s scenic bikeways: visitbend.com/journal/road-cycling-in-bend-oregon/
Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway
Are you ready for a new adventure?
The Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway will lead you from the charming streets of Sisters to the breathtaking walls of Smith Rock. You'll pass by historic sites, ponderosa forests, the graceful curves of the Deschutes River, and perfectly framed views of the Cascade Mountains. 🚴🌲
Learn more about the region’s scenic bikeways: https://visitbend.com/journal/road-cycling-in-bend-oregon/
Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway
Are you ready for a new adventure?
The Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway will lead you from the charming streets of Sisters to the breathtaking walls of Smith Rock. You'll pass by historic sites, ponderosa forests, the graceful curves of the Deschutes River, and perfectly framed views of the Cascade Mountains. 🚴🌲
Learn more about the region’s scenic bikeways: https://visitbend.com/journal/road-cycling-in-bend-oregon/
Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway
Are you ready for a new adventure?
The Sisters to Smith Rock Scenic Bikeway will lead you from the charming streets of Sisters to the breathtaking walls of Smith Rock. You'll pass by historic sites, ponderosa forests, the graceful curves of the Deschutes River, and perfectly framed views of the Cascade Mountains. 🚴🌲
Learn more about the region’s scenic bikeways: https://visitbend.com/journal/road-cycling-in-bend-oregon/
Ready for an epic closing weekend at Mt Bachelor? ☀️🎿🏔️
Here’s the scoop on the schedule of events for this weekend, May 24-26:
⛷️ Ski and ride on Pine Marten, Skyliner, and Summit from 8:30am-1:30pm
🏔️ Zipline over the ski slopes (available Friday through Sunday only, conditions permitting)
💦 Watch the Annual North American Pond Skimming Championships Sunday at 11am
🎵 Groove to a DJ and live music from Billy and the Box Kid
🪪 Midweek pass holders are invited to join for the season finale
Mt. Bachelor | Spring 2024
It may be warming up outside, but that doesn’t mean ski season has to come to an end! ☀️🌷 Keep the fun going at Mt Bachelor, where spring skiing lasts ‘til Memorial Day Weekend! 🎿
🎟️ Lift tickets start at $64 (when you purchase them at least 7 days in advance)
⏰ Lift hours: 8:30am - 1:30pm (daily through May 26)
Rendezvan Festival | Mt. Bachelor Ski Area
It’s RendezVan week! 🎿 The fun kicks off TOMORROW — Here’s some tips from Mt Bachelor:
🚐 Getting There
Catch a FREE shuttle that runs to and from the Bend Park n Ride all day until after the concerts. If you’re driving, please note that there will be very limited parking at West Village April 30-May 5. Skyliner and Sunrise lots will be open for extra parking and lift access to the mountain May 2-5. The Interlodge Shuttle will run every 15 minutes until 8:00 PM during the event, serving all parking lots.
⛷️ Skiing and Riding
Pre-purchase lift tickets online with rates starting at $64/day or grab a Mt. Bachelor Spring Pass. All scheduled lifts, including Sunrise, operate from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Pine Marten will go until 7 PM on Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4.
❄️ Be Prepared for Winter Fun
Bundle up for cold and snowy weather and pack for specific activities like morning yoga, dog parade, retro threads walk-off, and more. All activities and live music are FREE!
🎤 Live Music
The music is FREE for everyone, whether you’re camping out or just visiting for the day. Upgrade to a Daytripper VIP Pass for exclusive tent access, prime concert views, and complimentary appetizers and drinks.
For the full schedule of events, transportation schedule and more, go to www.RendezVan.com
A place packed with possibility | This is Bend
It’s all good here — and so are you — where each moment, each sunrise, each dog sporting a toothy smile, will snatch your heart and won’t let go. This is Bend.
Find what you've been looking for at visitbend.com/this-is-bend
#ThisIsBend #VisitBend #RoamBetterBend
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has reopened the gate to the summit of Pilot Butte for the season.
⏰ The summit road gate will be open from 10 am – 9 pm daily! (Be sure to plan enough time to exit before the gate closes each night)
⚠️ Be cautious of other users! Drive slow and leave room for others—cyclists and pedestrians may be in the roadway or along the shoulder.
🚮 As always, be sure to follow the 7 principles of Leave No Trace as you recreate.
This is Bend | A place packed with possibility
An unbelievably beautiful place — packed with possibility — and an insatiable thirst for adventure. This is Bend.
👉 Find what you've been looking for at visitbend.com/this-is-bend
Get ready to be starstruck! 🌌 It’s time to celebrate International Dark Sky Week—and Bend, Oregon makes the perfect basecamp!
Explore the newly designated Oregon Outback International Dark Sky Sanctuary or join us for a mesmerizing night of stargazing at Pine Mountain Observatory.
💫 Learn more about the stargazing opportunities in and around the area at VisitBend.com
🎬 Introducing ‘The Real Reel' 🎬
Bend’s a magical place where the sunsets knock your socks off and lakefront vistas take your breath away—that’s the beauty of this place.
Where everyday people and everyday moments weave a tapestry that’s bright and wild and wonderful. Forget sterile postcard pictures you touch but can’t feel. Bend stirs up feelings so fierce you’ll find yourself staring at snow-capped mountains wondering “is that real?”
It’s all good here — and so are you.
👉 Watch the full video at visitbend.com/this-is-bend
#ThisIsBend #VisitBend #RoamBetterBend #bendoregon #pacificnorthwest #vacationideas
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