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High Desert Museum
Learn about the cultural history of the High Desert through unique exhibits, live animal encounters and programs that ignite the imagination. Step back in time and catch a glimpse of life in early Oregon as you interact with settlers and explorers in the outdoor living history exhibit. Let the kids say hello to river otters, bobcats and birds of prey as you visit the museum’s wildlife. Plenty of hands-on exhibits and play spaces allow even the smallest in your crew space to explore and learn.
59800 U.S. 97, Bend
highdesertmuseum.org
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Cascade Indoor Sports
Try to wrap your mind around this: 50,000 square feet of indoor space, dedicated to active family fun. Skate at the roller rink or climb, slide, jump and run on the enormous indoor play structure. There’s even an area for indoor sports, including soccer, hockey, volleyball and flag football. Sign your young athlete up for a program or let them run, climb and tumble out their extra energy during free play.
20775 NE High Desert Ln., Bend
cascadeindoorsports.com
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Bend Rock Gym
If your little monkeys aren’t quite ready to scale Smith Rock, head to Bend Rock Gym. This indoor climbing and bouldering facility is far less intimidating and filled with colorful climbing paths that kids will be eager to attempt. Save a little cash when you attend Family Climb Night every Friday evening for $50. The price is the same whether you have two kids or eight. Bonus: the price includes rentals!
1182 SE Centennial Ct., Bend
bendrockgym.com
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Sun Mountain Fun Center
Bowling, bumper cars, go-karts and arcade games galore: this local business knows how to entertain. With 25 lanes, you won’t have to wait to strap your bowling shoes on. When the weather is too hot or too cold, this is a definite contender for indoor family fun.
300 NE Bend River Mall Dr., Bend
sunmountainfun.com
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Mountain Air
Take flight at this local indoor trampoline park offering 26 trampolines, each surrounded by angled safety walls. Jump and tumble down the long, buoyant runway or hit the basketball lanes and dodgeball court. There’s also a toddler zone for the littlest family members.
20495 Murray Rd., Bend
mountainairbend.com
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