The Deschutes River Trail in SW Bend is a beautiful stretch of walking and biking dirt paths with stunning scenery. Rock formations, winding river, towering ponderosa’s and seating are interspersed throughout the trail.
Limited parking is nearby, but not within the trail. Ideally suited to a small content shoot.
Location permit required through Bend Park and Rec, and requires at least 21 days advance notice.
Local indoor rock climbing gym. Centrally located in SE Bend. Multiple areas to film in with high ceilings and great light and various levels to climb.
Owners are amenable to filming. Location fee required.
Parking available in front of gym.
Along the Chimney Rock segment of Central Oregon’s Crooked Wild and Scenic River, Chimney Rock campground offers a stunning woodland setting amongst Western Juniper trees and beneath massive Columbia River rock formations. Fly-fishing and hiking on the nearby Chimney Rock trail offer excellent branded content opportunities, particularly for recreational and fly fishing requirements.
There is a reasonable amount of parking for vehicles, production rigs may be more challenged. Camping area would provide multiple areas for crew.
We highly recommend this area for a fly fishing or recreational shoot. Permits must be obtained from the BLM, and are required between 30-45 days in advance.
Images taken December 10 (bottom with snow) and November 19 (top, no snow, taken at 4.30pm)
Chimney rock Overview
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).
Charming viewpoint on the McKenzie river trail. Highlight is a bridge that is engulfed by Fall colors in October. Easily accessible to the road (Hwy 126).
Stunning year round, but particularly so in the Fall.
Limited parking. Best shoot would be a small photo crew. There are pull outs on the highway, but the parking immediately by the bridge is limited to approximately four spots.
