Public Health Advisory
Statewide two-week freeze for Nov. 18 – Dec. 2:
Parks and trails remain open.
Juniper Swim & Fitness Center and Bend Senior Center: Temporarily closed.
The Pavilion: No public skating; registered programs only.
The Art Station: Open for childcare only.
Other facilities/offices closed.
Most recreation programs canceled. Childcare and virtual classes continue.
COVID-19 Operations & Requirements:
Learn more about current operations.
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Renovated in 2020, this neighborhood park includes a two-tiered play area designed to take advantage of the natural topography of the park, offering multiple opportunities for exploration by park users of all ages and abilities. A paved accessible path through the park provides connection to the playground and picnic areas. There are places to sit and take in the scenery and the newly refreshed landscaping and lawn areas invite visitors to the park to relax and play.
Empire Crossing Park was originally owned and maintained by the homeowner’s association for the Empire Crossing subdivision. The park district acquired the site as a transfer from the home owner’s association (HOA) in 2017 and worked with the association and neighbors in the area to create the plan for updating the park. Renovations for the park were funded by system development charges (SDCs), that provide resources to support community growth.
Care for Parks, Trails & Off Leash Areas
Volunteers help keep Bend’s parks, trails and off leash areas beautiful and safe places for everyone to enjoy!
Adopt-a-Park or Trail or Off Leash Area
Groups, businesses, schools, families or individuals can adopt a park, off leash area or section of Bend’s urban trail system. Volunteers help care for their adopted space by visiting regularly all year – picking up litter, pulling invasive weeds and keeping an eye out for vandalism, weather damage and potential safety hazards. Volunteers make at least a one year commitment and complete a monthly volunteer activity report.
Group Park Projects:
Your group can make a big impact by helping with a landscape maintenance project in a park.
Opportunities may be available in spring and fall, depending on the weather and vary based on the size of the group and current District needs. Projects are typically 2-3 hours and may include activities such as raking planting areas, spreading bark or playground chips, pulling invasive weeds and picking up litter. BPRD staff provides support for your group’s efforts and supplies any tools or materials needed for the project.
For more information about adopting a park or trail or scheduling a project for your group, contact:
Trail, park or property information:
- Business hours: (541) 388-5435
- After business hours: (541) 389-7665
- To report a maintenance issue or lost and found: (541) 388-5435
For feedback on the parks, trails or facilities, email parkservicesinfo@bendparksandrec.org
This neighborhood location offers a family-friendly atmosphere for short walks around a paved path, a fun playground for the kids, and it’s perfect for birthday parties or small gatherings.
- Picnic tables
- Playground
- Open lawn areas and paved trails
- Unique seating areas
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This neighborhood location offers a family-friendly atmosphere for short walks around a paved path, a fun playground for the kids, and it’s perfect for birthday parties or small gatherings.
- Picnic tables
- Playground
- Open lawn areas and paved trails
- Unique seating areas
Adopt a Park
Care for Parks, Trails & Off Leash Areas
Volunteers help keep Bend’s parks, trails and off leash areas beautiful and safe places for everyone to enjoy!
Adopt-a-Park or Trail or Off Leash Area
Groups, businesses, schools, families or individuals can adopt a park, off leash area or section of Bend’s urban trail system. Volunteers help care for their adopted space by visiting regularly all year – picking up litter, pulling invasive weeds and keeping an eye out for vandalism, weather damage and potential safety hazards. Volunteers make at least a one year commitment and complete a monthly volunteer activity report.
Group Park Projects:
Your group can make a big impact by helping with a landscape maintenance project in a park.
Opportunities may be available in spring and fall, depending on the weather and vary based on the size of the group and current District needs. Projects are typically 2-3 hours and may include activities such as raking planting areas, spreading bark or playground chips, pulling invasive weeds and picking up litter. BPRD staff provides support for your group’s efforts and supplies any tools or materials needed for the project.
For more information about adopting a park or trail or scheduling a project for your group, contact:
Contact
Trail, park or property information:
- Business hours: (541) 388-5435
- After business hours: (541) 389-7665
- To report a maintenance issue or lost and found: (541) 388-5435
For feedback on the parks, trails or facilities, email parkservicesinfo@bendparksandrec.org