Bend Metro Park & Recreation District

If you’re already walking the Deschutes River Trail, this playground makes for a natural stopping point — the setting along the river is genuinely hard to beat. Farewell Bend Park has that laid-back Bend vibe where you can let the kids run while you catch your breath and watch the water. Worth knowing: it’s not wheelchair accessible, so plan accordingly if that matters for your group. Pair it with the trail and the adjacent parks and you’ve got a solid half-day outdoors without driving all over town.