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Is Bend Safe for Solo Female Travelers?

Bend, maintains a generally safe environment for solo female travelers. The city has low crime rates and people are typically friendly and helpful. However, as with any travel destination, it's recommended to stay aware of your surroundings, especially when venturing into less crowded areas or during off-peak hours.

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4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

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How safe is Bend?

Safety at night:Safe

Bend is generally a safe city even at night. Like any other place, certain areas might be less safe than others especially when it's dark. However, the city enjoys a low crime rate overall. As a solo female traveler, exercise normal precaution like you would in any other city. Avoid less populated or poorly lit areas at night if possible and always be aware of your surroundings.

Public transportation:Safe

Public transportation in Bend is generally safe with reliable bus services provided by Cascades East Transit (CET). Many locals and tourists frequently use these services. Like any location, it's still a good idea to stay alert and be aware of your surroundings, especially at night. Public transportation staff are typically very helpful and can provide guidance if needed.

Street harassment:Low

Bend is generally a safe and welcoming city for solo female travelers. While it is still recommended to maintain standard precautions such as being aware of your surroundings and not walking alone at night, instances of street harassment are relatively low. It's a friendly city where respect and consideration for others are part of the community culture. However, isolated incidents may occur, as they can anywhere, so it is important to remain vigilant.

Petty crimes:Low

Bend, generally maintains a lower risk level for petty crimes. Although it is always essential to stay alert, the occurrence of such crimes like pickpocketing or purse-snatching is not a significant concern in this area. Nonetheless, precautions like not leaving belongings unattended should invariably be applied.

Tap water:Very safe

In Bend, the tap water is significantly safe to drink. The city's water supply comes from the Bridge Creek Watershed and several groundwater wells, both go through strict purification processes. The water quality consistently meets or even exceeds federal and state water quality standards. Regular tests are conducted to ensure the water's safety and maintain its high quality.

Is Bend safe to travel?

Solo travel experience

Bend is a really beautiful city and with very kind people. This is one of the places I felt the safest in the US. I stayed in an amazing hostel "Bunk+Brew Historic Lucas House". I even hitchhiked to get to the closest Canyon (which is really worth it) and got picked up by a neat local woman! I only stayed for 3 days but overall the town and the surrounding are really diverse and beautiful. I'd recommend 100%!

Posted: April 15, 2024Experienced: March, 2024

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Is Bend safe right now?

Before your visit to Bend, it's essential to check travel advisories for United States, including your home country's official travel advisory. These advisories can provide up-to-date information on safety, health, and any specific considerations for travelers.

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Canada's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The government of Canada advises to take normal security precautions while in the United States. Check the full travel advisory.

Last updated: May 6, 2024

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Australia's Travel AdvisoryTake normal security precautions

The Australian Government advises to exercise normal safety precautions in the United States of America. Check the full travel advisory.

Last updated: April 2, 2024

Is Bend worth visiting?

Lanie

United States

Couple travel experience

I stayed at the Bunk n Brew hostel and I had so much fun. I really love Bend and the vibe of western Oregon. The weather is great and you’ll never be bored between the nature, the breweries, and the food trucks.

Posted: February 15, 2024

Things to do: 5/5Food: 5/5Budget-friendly: 3/5Safety: 5/5

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Hi, my name is Jennifer. You can call me Rebel. I am a traveler. I am originally from Houston Texas ive been travelling the United States for the last three years. Just enjoying life and experiencing new things. The differences out of the 3 years is. This is the first time i'm doing it solo. I promise myself I would not say no to anything. I've never tried it before I'm down to try anything once if I like it I'll Try twice. I'm a very venturous, spontaneous freesparent. Setting my self of all negativity. It's running myself with nothing but positive vibes. People places and thinks. If I stop seeing the beauty and things its time for me to move around.

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