Bend Snowshoeing Adventure in Deschutes Forest

Join us for a snow-filled adventure in the heart of the Deschutes National Forest! The cascade mountains that build Bend’s backdrop typically receive 400-600 inches of fluffy snow during the winter. With snowshoes on our feet, we will journey through an old-growth forest of hemlock and fir, splashing through powder and immersing ourselves in the winter wonderland of Central Oregon! During the adventure, your naturalist guide will highlight animal tracks we may come across, enliven you with stories of native history, and touch on the immense importance of a healthy snowpack to our local ecosystem.
Snowshoeing is truly the best way to observe nature in the winter! Traveling on snowshoes, you will be able to get a glimpse of how the native wildlife in Central Oregon have adapted to the deep snow, perhaps stumbling upon the tracks of a fox or pine marten. We will also take a quick rest to enjoy hot cocoa amidst the snow & mountains. Our Snowshoe tours are great fun for the whole family!

Meeting Point

61535 S Hwy 97

61535 S Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97702, USA

All tours depart from our office which is located in the Fred Meyer shopping center. Our office is located on the SE corner of the shopping center near the fueling station. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before your tour departure to sign waivers, use the restroom, fill up waters, etc.

What's included:

• Delicious hot cocoa!
• Award-winning Naturalist Guide and interpretation
• Snowshoes

Not included:

• Water-proof snow boots and snow pants are available for rent for $10 per item

What to expect:

Deschutes National Forest

Join us for a snow-filled adventure in the heart of the Deschutes National Forest! Situated in close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, the cascade mountains west of Bend typically receive 400-600 inches of fluffy snow during the winter. With snowshoes on our feet, we will journey through an old-growth forest, splashing through powder and immersing ourselves in the winter wonderland of Central Oregon! During the adventure, your naturalist guide will point out animal tracks we may come across, enliven you with stories of native history, and touch on the importance of a healthy snowpack to our local ecosystem. During our adventure, we will also take a quick rest to enjoy hot cocoa amidst the snow & mountains. Our Snowshoe tours are great fun for the whole family!
Snowshoe tours take place in the areas around Mt. Bachelor and the surrounding Deschutes National Forest. New to off-trail snowshoeing? Let Wanderlust Tours do the driving, break trail, and teach you fun snowshoeing techniques and tricks. All tours include instruction. Wear winter boots and powder/ski pants to keep your feet and legs dry while snowshoeing.

(Boot & pant rentals are available at our office prior to departure)