The Last Blockbuster
Bend is home to the world’s last remaining Blockbuster—a nostalgic stop that feels like stepping straight into the 1990s. Families can browse shelves of DVDs, VHS tapes, and movie memorabilia, or even rent a film to enjoy back at the rental. It’s part pop-culture museum, part functioning video store, and a fun outing for all ages.
3 minute drive / 13 minute walk, 0.6 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals
Address: 211 NE Revere Ave, Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 385-9111
Website: https://bendblockbuster.com/
High Desert Museum
The High Desert Museum combines indoor galleries with outdoor exhibits, creating a hands-on experience that’s both educational and entertaining. Families can explore Native American history, pioneer artifacts, live raptor demonstrations, and wildlife habitats. Children can crawl into a stagecoach, wander nature trails, and watch river otters at play—all in one visit.
10 minutes, 7.6 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals
Address: 59800 S Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97702
Phone: (541) 382-4754
Website: https://highdesertmuseum.org/
Bend Whitewater Park
This downtown water park offers fun for every skill level, from gentle tubing and paddleboarding in the “passageway” channel to surfable waves for more experienced riders. Families can choose to float together or split up to try different lanes. It’s a great way to enjoy the Deschutes River without needing advanced boating skills.
8 minutes, 2.7 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals
Address: 166 SW Shevlin Hixon Dr, Bend, OR 97702
Phone: (541) 389-7275
Website: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/facility/bend-whitewater-park/
Shevlin Park & Tumalo Creek Trail
Shevlin Park offers miles of shady trails winding through pine and aspen forests, with plenty of creekside views and open meadows. The Tumalo Creek Trail is flat, stroller-friendly, and open to bikes, making it easy for all ages to enjoy. Picnic areas and a peaceful fishing pond make it a great spot for half-day family outings.
11 minutes, 4.5 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals
Address: 18920 Northwest Shevlin Park Road, Bend, OR
Website: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/trail/shevlin-park-trails/
Drake Park
Situated along Mirror Pond, Drake Park is one of Bend’s most iconic outdoor spaces. Families can enjoy wide lawns, paved pathways, and seasonal events at the outdoor stage. It’s a perfect place for a stroll, a duck-watching break, or a picnic—especially with downtown shops and ice cream just steps away.
6-minute drive / 20-minute walk, 0.9 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals
Address: 777 NW Riverside Blvd, Bend, OR 97701
Phone: (541) 389-7275
Website: https://www.bendparksandrec.org/park/drake-park-and-mirror-pond/
Mountain Air Trampoline Park & Free Spirit Ninja Play Course
When the weather calls for indoor fun, these two venues deliver high-energy entertainment. Mountain Air offers wall-to-wall trampolines, dodgeball courts, and ninja-style obstacle courses, while Free Spirit combines a climbing wall, yoga classes, and a ninja play area for kids. Both provide safe, supervised spaces where children can burn off energy year-round.
Mountain Air: About 8 minutes, 2.1 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals Free Spirit
Yoga Ninja Play: About 7 minutes, 2.8 miles from Pioneer Park Rentals
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