Bend Attractions

Bend lies roughly in the centre of Oregon, in a beautiful setting of lakes and forest. The High Desert Museum has informative displays on the arid regions to the north-west. Among the town's tourist attractions are rafting trips on the Deschutes River and excursions to the volcanic landscapes of Lava Butte and Newberry National Volcanic Monument. 22 mi. south-west of the town is Oregon's largest skiing area, the Mount Bachelor Ski Area (11 ski lifts).

Cascade Lakes Highway

The Cascade Lakes Highway is a scenic route through Deschutes National Forest. Formerly known as Century Drive because it is nearly 100 miles long, the road passes lakes and mountains, offering spectacular scenery. Picnic and campsites are located along the highway.

Deschutes Historical Center

The Deschutes Historical Center in Bend features a number of exhibits ranging from pioneer items to prehistoric artifacts. It is housed in the historic Reid School.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	Closed
Close		16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30

Cost

Adult	$ 5.00
Child 17 & under	$ 2.00
Child 12 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Fort Rock - Fort Rock State Natural Area, Oregon

(Near Bend)

Fort Rock is a huge monolith located in the Oregon high desert south of Bend. The rock is actually the remains of an old volcano and looks out of place in the surroundings.

High Desert Museum

The High Desert Museum is located to the south of Bend in Lava River Caves State Park. It brings to life the High Desert experience through exhibits and presentations on the region's history, culture, arts, and wildlife.

Address

High Desert Museum
59800 South Highway 97
Bend, OR 97702
United States

Phone 1 (541) 382-4754

Fax 1 (541) 382-5256

http://www.highdesertmuseum.org

Hours

May 1 to October 31

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

November 1 to April 30

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Cost

Adult	$ 15.00
Senior over 65	$ 12.00
Child 12 & under	$ 9.00
Child 4 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Tips

Reduced admission during winter months.

Facilities

Wheelchair loan or rental

Typical Visit

3 hours

Madras, Oregon

(Near Bend)

The small town of Madras (pop. 5,000) is popular with rock climbers featuring a wide variety of rock types. The nearby Deschutes River is a good site for white-water rafting.

Address

Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
274 SW 4th Street
Madras, OR 97741
United States

Phone 1 (541) 475-2350

Fax 1 (541) 475-4341

http://www.madraschamber.com

Madras - Cove Palisades State Park

The Cove Palisades State Park is located in Oregon's high desert region southwest of Madras. It is home to Round Butte Dam and Lake Billy Chinook. Water sports and hiking are popular in this area. Campground facilities and cabins are available within the park.

Pine Mountain Observatory

The Pine Mountain Observatory is located 26mi/42km southeast of Bend at an elevation of 6,500ft/1,980m. The site is operated by the University of Oregon and features three telescopes.

Tips

A $5.00 donation per person is encouraged. Programs commence at 9:00 p.m. through mid-summer, then move back to 8:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. start times by September, as darkness falls earlier.

Facilities

Gift shop

Prineville - A R Bowman Memorial Museum, Oregon

(Near Bend)

The A R Bowman Memorial Museum in Prineville was built in 1910 as the Crook County Bank. It features displays related to the history of the area featuring the City of Prineville Railroad, the lumber industry, and a military exhibit.

Hours

May 30 to September 5

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	11:00	11:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	16:00	16:00

September 6 to May 29

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	11:00	Closed
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	16:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Tips

Closed in January.