Bend High Desert Museum Entry Ticket 1 hr

Explore the wildlife, landscapes, and human stories of Oregon’s High Desert at the High Desert Museum in Bend. A nature walk introduces the region’s habitats and the ways people can coexist with wildlife.

Meet a non-releasable raptor cared for by the museum and learn about its remarkable adaptations and role in the environment. Discover how wolves, cougars, bobcats, and black bears live in the region, then hear how otters depend on healthy rivers and how water use can affect their habitat. Encounters with ambassador mammals bring you closer to the adaptations that help local species thrive. You can also explore the High Desert Ranch and interactive exhibits about how people lived and worked in the region.

This Bend High Desert Museum entry ticket brings together wildlife encounters, natural history, and hands-on learning in one visit. The outdoor otter exhibit also has indoor viewing areas, while the Bird of Prey Encounter is not typically a flight program. Come curious and discover the connections between the High Desert’s wildlife, waterways, and communities.