Bend sits in a picture postcard setting of majestic mountains that form the crest of the Cascade Mountains, dense evergreen forests, and mountain lakes. Many visitors hike to the top of one of the Three Sisters, ski down the slopes at Mount Bachelor,...

Stretching north to south across Central Oregon just west of Bend is the majestic Cascade Mountain Range, which boasts the tallest and most spectacular peaks in Oregon. Bend is only 21 miles east of Mt. Bachelor, one of the Cascade peaks.

Located just 25 miles west of Bend in the beautiful Three Sisters Wilderness. Hike up the South Ridge of South Sister, or explore miles of other trails in the area. Enjoy Central Oregon’s stunning scenery while mountain biking near Three Sisters.

With its distinctively rugged and “broken” peak, Broken Top is one of the most picturesque mountains in Central Oregon. Located within the vast Three Sisters Wilderness Area, Broken Top Mountain is an extinct stratovolcano that has been significantly eroded by glaciers over time.

Located just 21 miles east of Bend. Ski at one of the most popular ski resorts in Oregon, where over 370 inches of fresh powder falls each year. A challenging hike to the summit offers breathtaking views. One of 3 volcanoes in the 15-mile Mount Bachelor Volcanic Chain.

Three Fingered Jack, located about 42 miles northwest of Bend, has a distinctively rugged appearance and unusual name making it one of Central Oregon’s most interesting peaks. A rugged summit reaching 7,841 feet attracts many climbers to this beautiful mountain.

Mount Jefferson, Oregon, is the second tallest mountain in the state with an elevation of nearly 10,500 feet. Located within the beautiful Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, this majestic peak is one of the most difficult mountains to access in the Cascade Range.

With a striking, sharply pointed peak reaching 7,794 feet, Mount Washington, Oregon is truly one of the most distinctive mountains in the Cascade Range. Classified as a shield volcano, the rugged slopes of Mount Washington have been deeply eroded by glaciers over time.

Located 34 miles southeast of Bend is the Pine Mountain Observatory, where summer visitors can learn about astronomy while viewing planets and stars through powerful telescopes.

A picturesque cone-shaped mountain and popular hiking destination, Black Butte, Oregon is located just north of Highway 20 approximately 30 miles northwest of Bend.