Public Health Advisory

Modified operations due to COVID-19:
Parks and trails open with temporary use and distancing rules.
Playgrounds and basketball/volleyball courts closed.
All facilities and offices closed.
Limited reopening beginning in June.
Programs canceled until June 15.
Summer program registration now open.

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High Desert Park Site

Summer registration resumes May 26
Summer registration
temporarily on hold.
Will resume on
May 26 at 5:30 am.

View summer programs online.

May 28

Virtual Budget Committee Meeting

Thursday, May 28
5:30PM - 8:00PM
Two public meetings of the Budget Committee of the Bend Metro Park and Recreation District, Deschutes County, State of Oregon, […]
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July 04

4th of July Pet Parade

Saturday, July 04
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Image of the July 4th Pet Parade in Downtown Bend, Oregon.
Come celebrate our country’s independence on July 4th with Bend Park & Recreation! Start out your day’s festivities with the Pet Parade through downtown Bend then follow up with the Old Fashioned July 4th Festival in Drake Park from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm.
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July 04

Old Fashioned July 4th Festival in Drake Park

Saturday, July 04
11:00AM - 4:00PM
Image of the July 4th Old Fashion Festival in Drake Park in Bend, Oregon.
Bring your pet or stuffed animal to the Pet Parade in downtown Bend on Wednesday, July 4th, 2018. Line-up at 9:00 am for the parade at 10:00 am. Afterwards, enjoy the music, games, arts and crafts booths and food at the Old Fashioned Festival in Drake Park from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm.
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Play at Home with BPRD

Discover fun at-home offerings for families, children, fitness fans and adults alike. Arts and crafts, backyard nature and outdoor activities, sports drills and skills, cooking, games, and more.

Check each week for new activities –  it's easy to join in and play!

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High Desert Park Site

60895 Southeast 27th Street, Bend, OR, United States

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PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: For all BPRD parks and trails

Oregonians are strongly encouraged to stay home, save lives. Do not gather in parks or on trails.
Temporary use rules:

  • Playgrounds, exercise equipment and basketball and volleyball courts remain closed.
  • Skateparks and pickleball, tennis, horseshoes and bocce ball courts are now open.
  • Walking, running, biking, skating or using a wheelchair or other mobility device while maintaining at least six feet between people is allowed.
  • Stay six feet from others.
  • Visit less popular parks and trails and/or at less popular times.
  • Go solo or only with members of your household. No groups.
  • Off-leash dog areas, picnic shelters and restrooms remain open.
  • On trails, offer a wide-berth when passing.
  • Wash hands before and after any visit to a park or trail.
  • Bring your own water. Drinking fountains are not available.
  • Keep dogs on leash. It's the law in Bend.
  • Follow local and national health guidance.
  • If you're sick, stay home.

This undeveloped site is located outside the District boundary across Knott Rd. from the Deschutes County landfill site.  It is adjacent to the High Desert Middle School, and has native tree and shrub cover.  A gas pipeline easement crosses the property.

5 am to 10 pm

60895 Southeast 27th Street, Bend, OR, United States (Directions)

Lot Parking

33.0 Acres

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Trail, park or property information:

For feedback on the parks, trails or facilities, email info@bendparksandrec.org

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Trail, park or property information:

For feedback on the parks, trails or facilities, email info@bendparksandrec.org