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Land Adventures · Bend, Oregon
The Deschutes slows to a mirror in Drake Park, turning a downtown walk into a riverfront escape. Here’s how to soak up the scene—and why a clever app-based trivia hunt makes the loop even better.
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The Deschutes River is Oregon’s reliable summer thrill: cool, spring-fed water coursing through warm, high-desert canyons stacked with class II–III+ rapids and sandy riverside camps. Choose a half-day, full-day, or multi-day trip to match your appetite for whitewater, scenery, and starry nights.
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