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Best Smoke Spot: Bend is a stoner’s delight
By Julianna LaFollette
With a dispensary in close proximity to nearly every neighborhood of Bend, I would consider the city to be quite the stoner's dream. While, technically, it's illegal to smoke in public places, there are a number of great spots to chill and take in the views, once baked. An obvious option, Drake Park, provides great people watching, a view of the river and a short voyage to Pizza Mondo to fulfill those munchies. A more secluded spot is Juniper Park in east Bend, where you can find a shaded spot in the grass, along the trail, to relax and read.
If you want the best of both worlds, head over near Miller's Landing. A great place to hang out, you can pop a squat in the grass or walk along the Deschutes River Trail toward Bend's Whitewater Park for some entertainment. Watch as surfers ride the man-made waves year-round or enjoy some gnarly wipeouts from the tubers in the summer. Happy smoking, and remember, don't drive high.
