Explore Bend

Float The River

Relax on any inflatable device in the water and float down the Deschutes River from the Old Mill District to Drake Park. It is a must do on your list of all things Bend. Rental equipment is available from Sun Country Tours at Riverbend Park including tubes and life vests. Join the crowd and float down the river then ride the shuttle back to Riverbend Park.

Raft the Deschutes

Grab your family and book a Big Eddy Rafting trip with Sun Country Tours. You'll get wet and enjoy the views of the Deschutes River with a professional river guide. Read about the Big Eddy trip and other tours Sun Country offers in the Central Oregon Area.

Mountain Biking

There are plenty of trails to ride just minutes away in Bend. Phil's trail complex is located on Skyliner Road and there are several trails leaving from Wanoga Sno-park as well as the river trail. (NW Forest Pass is required at most trail head parking lots).

Cascade Welcome Center - Explore the forest

The Cascade Welcome Center is located on Cascade Lakes Highway and is staffed by the Forest rangers. It's a great place to get directions and maps, learn about hiking and biking trails to explore, and purchase NW Forest day passes. There are many trail heads beginning at the parking lot so you can start off your mountain, lake and wildlife adventures. NW Forest pass is required at most trailhead parking lots.

Deschutes River Trail

Located on the banks of the Deschutes River, our Bend, Oregon hotel offers easy access to the scenic Deschutes River Trail. Just a few blocks west from the hotel on Mt. Washington Drive, the 3.2-mile Deschutes River Trail’s Awbrey Reach section — just one section of the extensive trail system — is perfect for walking the dog, hiking with friends, running to enjoy the river views or visit close by Sawyer Park. Visit the front desk for directions and trail maps of the area.

Daily Snowshoe Tours

Wanderlust Tours is the premier destination for snowshoe tours in Bend, Oregon! Join us to go splashing through the powdery snow in the Cascade Mountains west of Bend, Oregon.

$100 per person
Call 541.389.3111 to book.

Bonfire on The Snow

Wanderlust Tours invented this one-of-a-kind snowshoe tour under the light of our solar system’s twinkling lights. Cruising on snowshoes, our destination is a hand-carved amphitheater in the snow where a crackling bonfire awaits.

$130 per person
Call 541.389.311 to book

Moonlight & Starlight Snowshoe Tour

Wanderlust Tours likely invented snowshoe tours under the light of heavenly bodies. Join us for a magical meander through the powdery snow-filled forest at night in the Cascade Mountains west of Bend, Oregon.

$110 per person
Call 541.389.3111 to book

Skiing and Snowboarding at Mt. Bachelor

Head to Mt.Bachelor this winter for its 65th season! Mt. Bachelor is known for its dry snow along with having a long ski season running November through May. It's the largest ski resort in the state of Oregon and the second largest single-mountain ski resort in the U.S. (behind Vail) and the sixth largest of all ski resorts in the nation.

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Transportation to Mt. Bachelor

Riverhouse is only a 6-minute ride to the Bend Park & Ride where a shuttle takes guests up to the mountain. The shuttle departs the Bend Park & Ride between 6:30am & 10:30am every 30 minutes. It leaves Mt.Bachelor back to the Park & Ride between 12pm and 5pm every 30 minutes.
To reserve transportation from Riverhouse to the Bend Park & Ride please see the front desk.

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Ice Skating at the Pavilion

Another winter attraction in Bend is an outdoor ice-skating rink that offers times for open skating. Amenities at the rink include concessions, outdoor fire pits, group and private lessons and rental skates. Be sure to check the schedule for open skate times on their website at the link below.

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Snowmobiling

Explore over 1.6 million acres of Deschutes National Forest by snowmobile. If you’re feeling adventurous, reserve a snowmobile through Central Oregon Rentals.

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Dog Sledding

Operated out of Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort join the Oregon Trail of Dreams Dog Sled experience. Tour through the Cascade Mountains, taking in the sights of Central Oregon snow-covered cascades and Mt. Bachelor from the comfort of a dog sled, no work required!

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Cross Country Skiing

Boasting one of the longest Nordic seasons in the country, Mt. Bachelor has its own Nordic lodge and offers 56 km of machine-groomed tracks for both classic and skate skiers. They offer private and group lessons to hone your skills. There are several sno-parks along the Cascade Lakes Highway on the way to Mt. Bachelor that offer cross-country and snowshoe trails ranging from beginner to expert. Seasonal snow park passes are required.

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Crisp Air & Stunning Colors

Fall is short and sweet in Central Oregon and Wanderlust Tours can offer some incredible opportunities for outdoor play! Kayak the Deschutes River alongside the tapestry of changing tree colors, head to the top of a Volcano to see the length of the Cascade Mountains stretched before you, or head down into a cave to explore the history and geology of a lava tube. Our knowledgeable naturalist guides have everything you need for the best fall adventures. olors

Fall Hiking

Colorful leaves abound on the trails in Bend, Oregon. Take a hike, embrace the cool breeze and be dazzled by the yellow, orange and brown leaves along the Deschutes River Trail (especially along the Old Mill District and near Riverhouse), Smith Rock, Shevlin Park and Bend's signature Drake Park.

Hitting the Bend Ale Trail

The Bend Ale Trailis a delightful adventure for beer enthusiasts in Bend, Oregon. Let me break it down for you:

1. What Is It?

   • The Bend Ale Trail is a self-guided tour that invites you to explore over 30 hoppy destinations.
   • You can embark on this trail using either a free keepsake paper passport (available at the Bend Visitor Center) or the free web-based app on your phone.
   • Not a beer lover? No worries! There are also over a dozen Drinkable Diversions to discover.

2. How It Works:

   • Obtain a passport or use the app to start your journey.
   • Chart your course, learn about breweries, and find perfectly paired adventures.
   • Trek through seven territories, spanning from Sunriver to Sisters, Redmond, Prineville, and, of course, Bend.

3. Breweries:

   • Explore all 30 breweries on the trail, whether you’re into Flanders red or hoppy IPAs. Click here for Bend Ale Trail Map
   • Each territory has its own unique vibe and beverage stops.

4. Drinkable Diversions:

   • Take a break from breweries and spread your wings with Bend’s other libations.
   • From spirits to cider, wine, and kombucha, there’s a world of fermented goodness waiting.

5. Perfect Pairings:

   • Adventure and beer go together like macaroni and cheese.
   • Each territory offers a few perfectly paired adventures to complement your beer sampling itinerary.

6. Prizes:

   • Sipping craft beer is a prize in itself, but there’s more!
   • Claim a different reward for each territory you complete, plus a big bonus prize when you finish all seven.
   • You’re on your way to becoming a beer champ!

7. Designated Driver Program:

   • You don’t need to drink to be a Bend Ale Trail champion.
   • Be a designated driver for your group and win big!
   • Enjoy the journey responsibly and explore the best of Bend’s brews.

So, whether you’re a beer aficionado or simply curious, the Bend Ale Trail awaits!

Find the perfect gourd at a local pumpkin patch

Even though we have a short growing season in Central Oregon, squash, pumpkins and gourds are hearty and easy to grow. Grab the family and pick the perfect pumpkin in Terrebonne at DD Ranch or Central Oregon Pumpkin Company. Both pumpkin patches offer a variety of pumpkins, family games and fun fall themed food items.

All Riverhouse guests receive a 20% discount at River's Edge golf course!

To redeem this discount and to book your tee time please call at the pro shop at 541-389-2828. Enjoy your days of sunshine with amazing mountain views and challenging course features to test your skills. Bend Oregon’s River’s Edge golf course is a must-play. Picturesque views are the backdrop of the par-72 course designed by Robert Muir Graves and features majestic views of the Cascades mountains and Deschutes River. Rivers Edge Golf Course is only a ½ mile drive from Riverhouse on the Deschutes.