The journey to Todd Lake is extraordinary. I marveled at the views and fell in love with the trail’s diverse landscape. We trekked through open meadows and a tranquil hemlock forest that looked straight out of a fairytale, with its delicate mossy drapery and snow-covered branches. With mild elevation changes and a decent amount of … More Explore Bend – Snowshoeing to Todd Lake
Misery Ridge Trail at Smith Rock State Park is one of my favorite winter hikes! Smith Rock is located in Terrebonne, Oregon (30 minutes north of Bend) and it is a great spot to enjoy some sunshine along with stunning scenic views. Smith Rock offers a number of outdoor adventures, but today’s post focuses on … More Smith Rock State Park, Misery Ridge Trail – Explore Bend
It’s almost the end of January and I have been feeling rather stir crazy lately. In desperate need of some fresh mountain air, we packed up the kids and headed 20 minutes south of Bend to Benham Falls. I’ve always been curious about this spot, so I was excited to finally check it out! For … More Explore Bend – Benham Falls [Winter Edition]
We LOVE Crescent Moon Ranch. It is one of our favorite spots to go as a family. If you love fresh air, scenic views, and ridiculously cute alpacas, then this is the spot for you. Adults and children alike will enjoy their visit to the ranch as they stroll down the grassy lanes and greet … More Explore Bend – Crescent Moon Ranch Alpaca Destination
There are many, many reasons to fall in love with Bend, but one of the biggest perks is its year-round outdoor fun. Right now, we’re in the middle of winter and craving some adventure. We’ve been to a number of sno-parks in the area, but Swampy Lakes Sno-Park has been by far the most kid-friendly. … More Explore Bend – Swampy Lakes Sno-Park
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