Big Eddy Kayaking (video footage)

Big Eddy  is located close to Bend off the Cascade Lakes Highway, on NF 41, on the Deschutes River.  This area is known for its whitewater rafting adventures and stunning scenery. These Class III rapids wind around the beautiful Deschutes River. 

The nearby parking lot has Deschutes National Forest maintained toilet facilities and a picnic table. 

There is a Recreation Fee Site: Parking at this site requires a recreation pass May 1 – September 30. Passes are NOT available at this site, but can be purchased from Forest Service offices or vendors. Please check here for more information about recreation passes and where they can be purchased.

Film Permits must be obtained from the Deschutes National Forest, well in advance of the shoot (please give at least 21-30 days notice for film permits).  COFO can help you with that.

Directions from Bend: Travel approximately 7 miles west on Cascade Lakes Highway (Highway 46), then south on Forest Road 41 for 1 1/2 miles. Follow the directional signs.  The turn off for the Forest Road is opposite the Cascade Lakes Highway visitor center.

Images taken July.

Dillon Falls and Trail.  
Dillon Falls is located about 20 minutes outside Bend, off the Cascade Lakes Highway.
Toilet, picnic tables and parking close to trails.

The Falls are a short walk up from the winding river trail. There’s easily accessible parking for a few vehicles, and a public restroom maintained by the Deschutes  Forest Service.  Please give at least three weeks advance notice for permit applications.

For additional images of Dillon Falls, please click here.

Taken April 25, 8.30am

The Oregon Badlands is a wilderness area of approximately 29,000 acres located east of Bend.  There are ancient juniper trees, sagebrush and arid areas in addition to rocks formations and caves.  Because there are century old trees, this wilderness area should be treated with respect and would not be appropriate for bushwhackers or any reality show wanting to live off the land.

The Badlands are located close to Bend, for easy access to accomodation and services. Should you be filming in the Badlands, please remember to carry in plenty of water and to leave as little trace as possible.

Permits will be issued by the Bureau of Land Management (please allow at least TWO MONTHS prior to applying for a permit).

For additional images of the Badlands, please click here.