River West Travel Guide
Bend
Visit River West
Popular places to visit
Old Mill District
Nature and society converge in one of Bend’s most charming neighborhoods, which features stunning views and a lively cultural scene.
Hayden Homes Amphitheater
You can get tickets for a performance at Hayden Homes Amphitheater during your stay in Bend. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the cycling trails.
High Desert Museum
Learn about central Oregon’s culture and come face to face with its wildlife, including birds of prey, bobcats, badgers and more, at Bend’s unique museum.
Sunriver Resort Golf Course
Play a round of golf at Sunriver Resort Golf Course and enjoy other activities in Bend such as cycling. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.
Drake Park
Stroll along Mirror Pond and enjoy stunning views of Mount Bachelor in Bend’s premier park, which hosts a range of seasonal events.
Pilot Butte State Park
Enjoy a trip to Pilot Butte State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Bend. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Things to do
The Ultimate Scavenger Bend! (Citywide)
Craft Brewery Tours with Complimentary Tasting Flights
Food Truck and Brewery Tour with Complimentary Tastings
Chocolate Tour Including Hot Chocolate and Samples
Top hotels in River West
The Oxford Hotel Bend
I loved it!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Element Bend
Riverhouse Lodge
This was a great place to stay. We will be back! The only issue was that the restaurant kitchen seemed short staffed and they turned us away for a 6pm dinner. They told us the kitchen requested time to “catch up” since they had a large group in the lounge. It was a disappointment. But breakfast the ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sunriver Resort
Resort itself
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Peppertree Bend, BW Premier Collection
access to Mt Bachelor Skiing was great by car 20 min; close to river walk in Bend +restraunts
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bend South by IHG
Very high value for the area. Nicest property in the area.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River West
Old Bend
If you're spending some time in Old Bend, Deschutes River and Drake Park are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Bend
If you're spending some time in Downtown Bend, Tower Theater and Deschutes River are top sights worth seeing.
Old Mill District
While visiting Old Mill District, you might make a stop by sights like Old Mill District and Deschutes River.
Awbrey Butte
While visiting Awbrey Butte, you might make a stop by sights like Deschutes River and River's Edge Golf Course.
Southern Crossing
While visiting Southern Crossing, you might make a stop by sights like Hayden Homes Amphitheater and Old Mill District.
Summit West
While Summit West isn't home to many top sights, Drake Park and Deschutes River are some notable places to visit nearby.
