BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A combination of low spring river levels, a tangled quick-release leash and small gaps between parts of the Bend Whitewater Park's "surf wave" contributed to the death of a teen ...

The surf wave at the Bend Whitewater Park reopened with a mix of emotions on Saturday, seven weeks after the death of teen surfer Ben Murphy. Surfers said they were glad to be back on the wave while ...

A recreation engineering team has recommended structural fixes and repairs to prevent hazards and increase use at Bend Whitewater Park. The park opened 10 years ago, and after years of use, its ...

It’s no secret Bend is one of — if not the — most popular getaway destinations in Oregon. The skiing at Mt. Bachelor in the winter and spring is some of the best around. The many lakes and rivers ...

Staff to recommend June 18 reopening of 'surf wave' after changes made BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Bend Park and Recreation Board next Tuesday evening will receive findings and recommendations for changes ...

With skiing, snowboarding, epic mountain biking and more microbreweries per capita than anywhere else, there are very few things that Bend doesn’t offer. Over the past decade Bend, Oregon has emerged ...

The Bend Parks and Recreation District outlined a plan this week to reopen the surf wave feature at the Bend Whitewater Park following a teen’s death in April. The plan implements several safety ...