Devils Lake (Winter)

Devils Lake is located on the Cascade Lakes Highway, approximately 30 minutes from Bend and is a stunning aquamarine lake.  In the Winter it freezes over, and in early winter can be used as a skating lake.  Deeper in winter, it is completely covered in snow.  The area is a lava forest.

There is parking on the Highway which encompasses a short but steep hike down to the lake. There is also parking off road leading to campsites.

In winter the highway is closed from the Mt. Bachelor access point, but can be accessed via snow mobiles or snow cat.

During the Summer the lakes are maintained by Deschutes National Forest, in winter the permitting process is handled by ODOT (Oregon Dept. of Transportation).

Images take mid November.

 

 

 

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Crux Fermentation Project

Crux Fermentation Project is a Bend brew pub and working brewery.  The strong colors of the copper barrels give an additional ‘zip’ to any photo shoots, or production.  Located in a former transmission shop, this site has an industrial feel to it.

Centrally located in SW Bend, there is a parking area in front of the pub, and also on the street leading to it.  Additional area for outdoor games and group gatherings is located to the side of the property.  Numerous firepits and large trees make this a picturesque area to shoot.  

Distant mountain views also create strong visuals particularly at sunset.

Images taken in August.

Crux Fermentation Project

 

 

 

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Pioneer Park

his multi-level Riverfront park features a covered group picnic area, a formal rose garden, open lawn areas and riverfront woods plus plenty of parking. Limited off-street parking is available. Road bridge nearby, overlooking park. Grassy area. Covered picnic area.

The Park is particularly beautiful in the Fall when the colors are ablaze. There is a walking/biking path along the Deschutes River, and some stairs from one garden level to the river.

Images taken early October.

Pioneer Park

Pioneer Park

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Farewell Bend Park

Farewell Bend Park is located in the SW area of Bend.  New homes have been built along some sections of the river and before they reach Farewell Bend itself. The Deschutes River winds its way downstream and has three bridges in the vicinity, in addition to a path out into the river area (images below).

There is plenty of parking within the Old Mill District itself (approval required), and the park covers a large area that includes restrooms, covered seating areas, horse sculptures, bridges, playground and grass.

Permits required from Bend Park and Rec.

Images taken in November.

 

 

 

Farewell Bend Park parking area (permit required).

 

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OSU Cascades

Large university campus with accommodation, library, great hall, fireplace, restaurant, grounds, parking, post office and laboratories. Industrial. stairwells, staircase, students, and dorm rooms. 

Accommodation is also available for large groups in shared dorm rooms (two beds).

Located close to downtown Bend, with plenty of parking.

Campus could be utilized for large production during the summer when students are away.

Taken late December.

OSU Cascades

 

Post Office on campus

Private gym

Campus accommodation

Campus accommodation kitchen

Main dining / study hall with tall ceiling and large glass windows

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