Oregon

Whether you want a relaxed paved ride through the pines, scenic canyon overlooks, or high-altitude terrain, Bend has options for every type of cyclist. Here is how to choose the right route for your trip, pick the right bike, and skip the navigation headaches along the way.

We evaluated waterfall hikes around Bend on a strict three-point criteria: drive time logistics, seasonal flow, and trail quality. Here is how to pick the cascades actually worth your time (and which popular spots to skip).

With over 2,000 miles of trails in the Deschutes National Forest, time is your most valuable asset. Here is how we filtered out duplicate scenery, crowded time-sinks, and overhyped stops to build the ultimate Bend hiking itinerary.

Driving 3 hours round-trip from Bend to stand on a crowded cliff above a shaded, freezing pool isn’t a great trade-off. While the forest walk is a 5/5 the destination rarely matches the Instagram hype. Here is why you should skip Tamolitch Blue Pool and where to spend your trail time instead.

Planning a trip to Bend? Traffic sucks just about everywhere including roundabouts, highway 97, and the Old Mill District. Here’s what we did to try and help.

What they don’t tell you about floating the Deschutes River. Read our real-world experience before hitting the launch in Bend!