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1. High Desert Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples

2. Newberry National Volcanic Monument ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Newberry National Volcanic Monument
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3. Tumalo Falls

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Tumalo Falls
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4. Deschutes Historical Museum

Category: Affordable Local Attractions

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5. Pilot Butte

Pilot Butte
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6. Lava River Cave

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Lava River Cave
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7. Mt Bachelor Ski Area

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Mt Bachelor Ski Area
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8. Hayden Homes Amphitheater

Hayden Homes Amphitheater
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9. Deschutes National Forest

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Deschutes National Forest
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10. Wanderlust Tours

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Wanderlust Tours
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11. Goody's Chocolate and Ice Cream Factory Tour

Category: Kids & Family Fun
Goody's Chocolate and Ice Cream Factory Tour
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12. Drake Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Drake Park
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13. Oregon Badlands Wilderness Area

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Oregon Badlands Wilderness Area
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14. Oregon Ski Guides

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Oregon Ski Guides
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15. Tumalo State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Tumalo State Park
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16. Bend Whitewater Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Bend Whitewater Park
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17. Deschutes Brewery Tour, Bend

Tours in the Area

18. 5 Fusion, Bend

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19. Riley Ranch Nature Reserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
Riley Ranch Nature Reserve
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20. Boneyard Beer, Bend

21. Craft Kitchen and Brewery, Bend

Category: Nearby Food & Drink

22. The Last Blockbuster

The Last Blockbuster
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23. Central Oregon Symphony

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What natural features surround Bend, Oregon?
    Answer: Bend is surrounded by giant ponderosa pines and the biggest juniper forest in the West, with the snowcapped Cascade Mountains in the background.
  • Question: What is the history of Bend, Oregon?
    Answer: Bend was formerly a ranching and logging town.
  • Question: What is Bend known for today?
    Answer: Bend is now a playground for outdoor enthusiasts, foodies, families, and couples.
  • Question: Why do people find Bend appealing?
    Answer: Many people discover Bend and feel as though they cannot leave due to its charm and natural beauty.

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