Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s high desert, Bend is a vibrant and dynamic city surrounded by snow-capped peaks, pristine lakes, and winding rivers. With endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and fishing, Bend is an adventurer’s paradise.
Are you planning a camping trip near Bend, Oregon and looking for the best RV and campground options? Look no further! This guide will take you through some of the top spots to pitch your tent, park your RV, or even stay in a yurt! Camping in the Vicinity of Bend,...
You’d be hard pressed to find an Oregonian who’s not familiar with the McMenamins chain of pubs, hotels, breweries, distilleries, and music venues—seriously, what can’t these guys do? McMenamins loves taking old, historic buildings and converting them into innovative...
Have you had a chance to visit the High Desert Museum yet in Bend, Oregon? This awesome museum focuses on history, nature, and the culture of Oregon's High Desert, and it continually develops new and interesting exhibits for its visitors. Recently a new exhibit of...
If you love Chick-fil-A as much as we do, you may be happy to hear a second Chick-fil-A restaurant may open in Bend, this time in the southern part of the city. At least the business has begun the process. Bend, Oregon is a popular outdoor recreation destination...
Looking for a bookstore in Bend, Oregon that rewards wandering without making you work for it? Big Story Bookstore is the kind of place where you can arrive for one title and leave with a Pacific Northwest field guide, a used classic, and a new reason to give yourself...
Data and editorial recommendations were reviewed in September 2026. If you want a straight answer: Hillsboro is the best overall place to live in Oregon in 2026 for most households that need jobs, schools, healthcare, and a house they might actually be able to buy....
There's a hidden gem in Bend Oregon where you can try delicious dumplings from around the world. Dump City Dumplings features Chinese steamed bun dumplings inspired by various cultures and bursting with flavor. This is one tasty stop you don't want to miss when...
Sunriver is one of those awesome spots you'll want to go back to again and again. If you love being outdoors, watching the sun set over gorgeous lakes, floating the river, or spending time with family, Sunriver is one of Oregon's best spots to spend time in warm...
A few months ago we brought you an article all about the geological wonder of Fort Rock and the incredible surrounding high desert area of Eastern Oregon's "outback" country. Last weekend we had the opportunity to book a tour of one of the most interesting and...
After a two year absence, the famous Bend Brewfest is returning in May of 2022 with over 65 breweries and more than 100 craft beers, ciders, and seltzers. This festival celebrates and showcases innovative and creative craft beverages from around the Pacific Northwest...
Fort Rock is the kind of Central Oregon stop that rewards a little patience. It is not a quick roadside photo on the way to Bend, and it is definitely not a place to improvise a rough-road adventure after lunch. The payoff is better than that: a volcanic tuff ring...