Boyd Cave, off China Hat Road south of Bend, is a year-round option for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. The well-preserved lava tube is approximately 1,880 feet long and features an interesting display of flow structures.
Lake Creek flows through Metolius Preserve, providing fish a link and habitat between Suttle Lake and the Metolius River. Pictured is South Fork Lake Creek.
Boyd Cave, off China Hat Road south of Bend, is a year-round option for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. The well-preserved lava tube is approximately 1,880 feet long and features an interesting display of flow structures.
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Lake Creek flows through Metolius Preserve, providing fish a link and habitat between Suttle Lake and the Metolius River. Pictured is South Fork Lake Creek.
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A view of Mount Bachelor as seen from Tumalo Mountain, a very popular spot that sometimes sees a steady stream of hikers.
Summer Paddling: Soak up the summer sun and let Wanderlust naturalist guides get you out on the water; 9 a.m., 2 p.m.; $110 per person, $85 children 11 and younger; Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-389-8359.
Brews & Views Paddle Tours: Join this tour on the Deschutes River or a Cascade lake, paired with some local craft beer favorites; 1:30 p.m.; $120 per person, $85 children 11 and younger; Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-389-8359.
Lava Cave Tours: A guided tour of a local lava tube exploring the geologic and human history as well as the ecology of the cave; 1:30 p.m., 7 p.m.; $110 per person, $85 children 11 and younger; Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-389-8359.
Prohibition Cave Tour: Explore a cave — in a system known to have been used to distill spirits (illegally) — with a naturalist guide and then head to a local distillery to learn about its history; 1:30 p.m.; $120 per person; Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-389-8359.
Volcano Tour: Explore the belly of a volcano by joining this engaging series of walks guided by a naturalist; 8:30 a.m., 2 p.m.; $120 per person, $85 children 11 and younger; Wanderlust Tours, 61535 S. Highway 97, Bend; or 541-389-8359.
Friday 9/22
Yoga, Hike and Brew at Tumalo Park: Join us for an guided tour and insider’s experience of Bend culture; 8-11 a.m.; $65; Tumalo State Park, 64120 O.B. Riley Road, Bend; or 800-551-6949.
Saturday 9/23
Elk Lake Swim Run Race: Swimming across crystal clear alpine waters and running across rugged lava landscapes in the shadow of the mighty Cascade Mountains — there is no better way to beat the summer heat; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Elk Lake Resort, 60000 Century Drive, Bend; or 541-480-7378.
Three Sisters Skyline Half-Marathon: Stunning courses with amazing views of the Three Sisters and other high Cascade peaks of Oregon; 8 a.m.; Three Sisters Skyline, Village Green Park, Sisters; .
Monday 9/25
Yoga, Hike and Brew at Pilot Butte: Join for a guided tour and insider’s experience of Bend culture; 8-10 a.m.; $42; Pilot Butte State Park, 2020 NE Linnea Dr, Bend; .
Tuesday 9/26
Yoga in The Park: Outdoor, restorative, donation-based yoga class; 5-6 p.m.; $0-$30 donation; Drake Park, 777 NW Riverside Blvd., Bend; .
Wednesday 9/27
Weekly Pub Run: Join every Wednesday night for the weekly group run; 5:30-7 p.m.; free; Cascade Lakes Brewpub, 1441 SW Chandler Ave. Suite 100, Bend; .
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