If you draw an X through Oregon, that center spot is the City of Bend. Central Oregon, which surrounds Bend is a very unique and special place, especially if you are an athlete. Numerous Olympians, former and current pro athletes and those just obsessed with the outdoors call Central Oregon home. High elevation, snow sports, endless amounts of trails, lakes, rivers, more golf courses than you can swing a club at, world-class rock climbing and a fitness-crazy population make Central Oregon unique.

Central Oregon Athlete is all about the above! It’s about the people, places and activities that make this a sports Mecca!

Here are some of the sports you can enjoy in Central Oregon.