Deschutes River Trail
A system of trails that follows the Deschutes River through town. In the city section you can float the river, and the southern section links Dillon Falls and Benham Falls.
The Deschutes River Trail has two sections, one in town and one south of the city. The in-town section runs north along the river from the historic Old Mill District. In summer, you can rent inner tubes or paddleboards near the Old Mill and float downstream, passing the artificial wave at Bend Whitewater Park. The southern section lies within the Deschutes National Forest. Along roughly 13 km of river, it passes Dillon Falls, which tumbles over lava cliffs, and the rushing Benham Falls. It is good for hiking or mountain biking. A National Forest parking permit is required for the southern section.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Tumalo State Park
- Drake Park & Mirror Pond
- Bend Ale Trail
- Old Mill District
- Pilot Butte
- Shevlin Park
- High Desert Museum
- Benham Falls