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Top 6 Things to Do in Bend Oregon — Outdoor Adventures and Tours
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Top 6 Things to Do in Bend Oregon — Outdoor Adventures and Tours

As one of the top travel destinations in Oregon, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with the number of options of things to do in and around Bend. One of the best aspects of Bend is it’s geographic location and the diversity in landscape this lends. As the Cascade Mountains meet the High Desert in Central Oregon, a diverse and dramatic landscape beckons to be explored. From hiking, rock-climbing, skiing and snowboarding, camping and whitewater rafting, there are tons of tour options to explore for the adventurous soul.

Here are the top things to do in Bend from a local:

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Hike from Boca de Tomatlan to Playa Las Animas - Puerto Vallarta
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Hike from Boca de Tomatlan to Playa Las Animas - Puerto Vallarta

The Beginner’s Guide to Hike from Boca de Tomatlan to Playa Las Animas in Puerto Vallarta

If you’re visiting Puerto Vallarta for the first time, you can’t miss this hike! Get out of the city for the day and explore some of the most beautiful beaches the west coast of Mexico has to offer. You’ll walk by stunning vistas, expansive and empty beaches as far as your eyes can see, crystal clear turquoise water, and quite a bit of wildlife throughout the jungle. Grab your pack, head to a bus or boat and get to Boca de Tomatlan for a hike that will make you want to return to Puerto Vallarta as soon as possible!

The hike from Boca de Tomatlan takes 2 hours if you don’t make any stops. Most people plan for 4 to 6 hours on this hike.

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