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Waypoint Hotel: Your Gateway to Bend’s Local Charms

Centrally located in Bend, Oregon, Waypoint Hotel offers unbeatable comfort, accessibility, and relaxation for frequent and first time travelers alike. In Bend, Oregon, we understand the importance of locally owned businesses and local food. That’s why we pride ourself on being one of the best local businesses in the hotel industry in Bend, Oregon. Full of Central Oregon’s charm, Waypoint’s …

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Waypoint Hotel: Unleash Pet-Friendly Adventures

Waypoint Hotel, located in the heart of Bend, Oregon, dedicates itself to being a pet-friendly escape for Central Oregonians and travelers alike; we’re one of the best hotels for pets that Bend, Oregon has to offer. Waypoint Hotel not only offers cozy accommodations but also ensures you and your pet are just steps away from outdoor fun, including breathtaking trails …

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When is the Best Time to Visit Bend, Oregon?

Best Time to Visit Bend, Oregon Bend, Oregon, is a picturesque destination any time of the year. With four distinct seasons, Bend and Central Oregon host a bounty of indoor and outdoor activities and amenities that can keep everyone satisfied, all year ‘round. From snowsports and snowy cabin-stays in the winter to camping and river surfing in the summer, plus …

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Best Bend Hotel to Ski and Stay at This Winter

The search for the best hotel for your Bend, Oregon ski vacation has come to an end. Look no further than Waypoint Hotel. Located in the heart of Bend’s rapidly growing Central District, Waypoint Hotel offers skiers and snowboarders the perfect home base for alpine adventure. Guests at Waypoint have access to multiple ski resorts within driving distance, as well …

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Top Things To Do in Bend in November

Central Oregon is a region known for having four distinct seasons, including a picturesque fall. This November, come catch the leaves as they turn from green to yellow, orange and red, and witness as the Cascade peaks receive some of the first snowfall of the season, foreshadowing a stellar winter season. November is the time of year things really begin …

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What Makes Bend a Popular Place to Visit?

Discover what makes Bend a popular place to visit. With outdoor adventure in a destination for everyone, the town’s popularity is for a good reason. Why is Bend, Oregon so Popular?  Visiting Bend, Oregon has become a pretty popular activity for tourists from around the country, and even the world. It’s honestly no surprise; Bend has so many reasons to …

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Top 6 Unique Things To Do in Bend, Oregon

A chance to explore Bend is a chance to see, do and learn something new. The now bustling city has a storied past, steeped in the perseverance of loggers, entrepreneurs and adventurers of all kinds. Nearby natural marvels like the Cascade Mountains, the Deschutes River and Smith Rock State Park invite exploration; as does the seemingly endless bounty of restaurants …

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What to Do in Bend, Oregon in the Summer

Top Summer Activities in Bend, Oregon People are always asking what there is to do in Bend, Oregon in the summer; to be honest, the options can feel limitless. The mountains, canyons, forests and deserts near town create a culture that prioritizes playing around in and exploring our massive backyard. All across the region, visitors can explore the landscape from …

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Guide to Bend, Oregon Snowboarding

Guide to Bend, Oregon Snowboarding Bend, Oregon is a nationally recognized destination for winter sports, and there’s no surprise why. This mountain town is primed for adventure, sitting just at the base of the Central Cascade Mountain Range. As downtown eateries and city blocks give way to the towering ponderosa pine trees of the surrounding Deschutes National Forest, Bend becomes …

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Why Bend, Oregon Should Be Your Next Golf Vacation Destination

Bend Oregon is a great place to plan a golf vacation, located in the heart of a Central Oregon players’ paradise which has been rated among the top 50 golf destinations in the world. Boasting an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, low humidity and cool evenings, this High Desert mountain community – often dubbed “the Palm Springs …