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High Desert Museum
Ollie #1 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews

A world-renowned museum exploring the culture, history and wildlife of the High Desert. Meet live desert animals including a bobcat, lynx, otter, porcupines, birds of prey and... more »

Attraction type  Museums; History Museums
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
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Tumalo State Park
Ollie #2 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  State Parks
Distance  7.7 km from city centre
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Newberry National Volcanic Monument
Ollie #3 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
One of the nation's newest national monuments, this 55,500 acre area seeks to preserve unique accessible volcanic features.
Attraction type  Geologic Formations; Monuments/ Statues; Tourist/ Visitor Centres; Volcanos
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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Mt. Bachelor Ski Area
Ollie #4 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Offers twelve ski trails and ski clinics to help novice to advanced skiers.
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas; Mountains
Distance  10.3 km from city centre
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Todd Lake
Ollie #5 of 20 attractions in Bend
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  26.5 km from city centre
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Sparks Lake
Ollie #6 of 20 attractions in Bend
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  30.3 km from city centre
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The Well Traveled Fork
Ollie #7 of 20 attractions in Bend
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: The Well Traveled Fork offers insightful culinary tours and cooking classes in the Central Oregon area. You can meet the farmers and ranchers that...... more » Owner description: The Well Traveled Fork offers insightful culinary tours and cooking classes in the Central Oregon area. You can meet the farmers and ranchers that grow the food that you put on your table. The growers will show you their fields and pastures, the places that make their products so unique that you will begin to understand and appreciate what fresh, local, organic, seasonal and sustainable food is all about!Our cooking classes are the best! Chef Bette teaches children as well as the experienced cook new things to do in the kitchen. From Wood Fired Cuisine in her pizza oven paired with Bend' famous beers to French pastry or children's classes, a day in the kitchen with Chef Bette is a memorable event. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  4.1 km from city centre
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Pilot Butte
Ollie #8 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Parks; Hiking Trails; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  11.7 km from city centre
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Lava River Cave
Ollie #9 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves
Distance  7.8 km from city centre
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Lava Lands Visitor Center
Ollie #10 of 20 attractions in Bend
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
The interpretive hub for the Newberry National Volcanic Monument.
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  27.6 km from city centre
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Deschutes National Forest
Ollie #11 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Encompassing more than 1.6 million acres of Central Oregon, this region extends for about 100 miles with a scenic backdrop of volcanic mountains of...... more » Owner description: Encompassing more than 1.6 million acres of Central Oregon, this region extends for about 100 miles with a scenic backdrop of volcanic mountains of the Cascades. « less
Attraction type  Forests; National Parks
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Hosmer Lake
Ollie #12 of 20 attractions in Bend
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  39.0 km from city centre
Sun Mountain Fun Center
Ollie #13 of 20 attractions in Bend
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: We are Central Oregon's only full-service family fun center with attractions including; bowling, 18 holes of outdoor mini-golf, go-karts, bumper cars,...... more » Owner description: We are Central Oregon's only full-service family fun center with attractions including; bowling, 18 holes of outdoor mini-golf, go-karts, bumper cars, a full arcade with redemption prize center, billiards, and a restaurant. We pride ourselves in running this locally-owned business with a focus on a clean safe family-oriented environment where you can spend time with your friends and family playing games and enjoying time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday pressures. « less
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
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Flyspur Ranch
Ollie #14 of 20 attractions in Bend
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Ranches
Distance  9.5 km from city centre
Mandala Yoga
Ollie #15 of 20 attractions in Bend
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Health Clubs
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Pronghorn Golf Club
Ollie #16 of 20 attractions in Bend
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  18.3 km from city centre
Cascade Center of Photography
Owner description: Photography classes and field trips for all levels of photography enthusiasts. We also offer "one on one" lessons to learn how to use your digital...... more » Owner description: Photography classes and field trips for all levels of photography enthusiasts. We also offer "one on one" lessons to learn how to use your digital camera and experience the beauty of Central Oregon with a local professional photographer.Free photo events and presentations are regularly held at the Cascade Center of Photography in Bend, Oregon.　 « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
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South Twin Lake
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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The path of the Lost Meeks
Owner description: In order to retrace the path the Meeks group took you must read the transcripts of the survivors and any books on the subject, because there are no...... more » Owner description: In order to retrace the path the Meeks group took you must read the transcripts of the survivors and any books on the subject, because there are no markers or sign posts to follow. « less
Attraction type  Trails
Distance  299.3 km from city centre
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Crane Prairie Reservoir
A challenging reservoir for fishing.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  48.8 km from city centre
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