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.
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).
Beautiful alpine lake, off the Cascade Lakes Highway, approximately 30 minutes from Bend.
Multiple islands within the vast lake (250 acres), only accessible by kayak or canoe. Mt. Bachelor visible in the distance.
Multiple parking areas, in addition to campground (closed in Winter, but could be opened by special permit).
Cascade Lakes Highway entry is closed during Winter months due to large snowfall. Area accessible by snow mobile.
Permits authorized by Deschutes National Forest in the Summer, and Oregon Dept. of Transportation in the Winter.
Please allow 30 days for permits.
Gravel roads. They can be a bit bumpy.
Clear Lake
Clear Lake
Small store and restaurant on site (left hand side)
