Bend Kayak School and Rentals

06/10/2026

Paddling on Mirror Pond didn't disappoint this afternoon!

05/28/2026

Stay safe and let's hope for lots of rain to keep the fires down.

05/22/2026

The sun is shining all weekend! 🌞
This is the best time of year for a river paddle in Bend, the river is quiet and its still so warm out! 🌳🏞🌻🛶

05/04/2026

Wickiup Reservoir May 3. Surprised at how warm and Full we found it! Amazing Paddleboarding, and almost nobody was out Paddling.
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05/03/2026

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The river in Bend is gorgeous! Paddleboard before the river gets busy, you won't regret it!

04/30/2026

Took a paddleboard up above Dillon Falls to check the water levels. The river is full and beautiful!
The beaver came to say hello, the Osprey nest was being guarded by the parents, and the ducks are nesting in the reeds.
Looks like summer out there!
We are open for half day and Full Day rentals to take to our local waterways in this early Spring. Just call of Book Online as we aren't always around for walk-ups this time of year.
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04/29/2026

It's happening early!
The lakes are open from the back already with a little drive.
Book Online or call us, we are happy to meet you to get you out on the water with a pre-season appointment!
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Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road are set to open for the season. The Deschutes County Road Department will open both roads on Thursday, May 7 at 8 a.m.

Please note: Cascade Lakes Highway is currently accessible from the south to Lava Lake via S Century Drive (42 Road).

In a typical year, it can take up to six weeks to clear snow from Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road. However, because of this year’s warm winter and limited snowfall, road crews have been able to finish the work more quickly.

As always, conditions can change quickly at higher elevations. Plan ahead and check for updates before you go.

More information is available at deschutes.org/road or sign up to receive the weekly road report in your inbox by visiting this link: https://bit.ly/4krrj2L

📷: Photo does not represent current conditions on Cascade Lakes Highway

04/25/2026

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Beautiful Spring Days... Call us or Book Online!
We may not be available as many times as in Sunmer, but we love to get you out on the water if we can. :)
Enjoy the Quietest Time to be on the water in Bend!
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04/21/2026

Update on Road opening, Spring is early this year :)

https://www.facebook.com/100064360826677/posts/1490575286431151/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v

Here’s an update on seasonal road openings in Deschutes County.

The County is targeting a full opening of Cascade Lakes Highway and Paulina Lake Road in early May, depending on snow, ice and weather conditions.

The Road Department maintains more than 700 miles of paved roads with limited staff, equipment and daylight hours. Under the County’s Snow and Ice Plan, the goal is to open both roads prior to Memorial Day.

Crews began snow removal work on Paulina Lake Road last week and will move to Cascade Lakes Highway once that work is complete. While the process typically takes about six weeks, favorable conditions this year may allow for a significantly shorter timeline.

Roads will open once they are cleared and conditions are deemed safe, including when the risk of additional winter weather is no longer a concern. The County is also coordinating with the U.S. Forest Service and does not anticipate any extended closure requests at this time.

Cascade Lakes Highway is currently accessible from the south, with a temporary gate in place at Lava Lake.

Updates will be shared on Deschutes County social media channels and the Road Department website at www.deschutes.org/road.

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04/09/2026

The weather is beautiful on the Deschutes River, but it looks like there's a possibility of thunderstorms at 1 pm, so we have opened up bookings for the afternoon/evening starting at 3:30. Afternoons have been great for paddling lately!