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.

Safety rating

4.6 /5

Based on 3 experiences from female travelers

4.5 /5

Based on our research and crime data

Bend is currently ranked #67 safest place for solo female travelers, with an overall safety rating of 4.6 out of 5. Check the full ranking.

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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.

Is Bend worth visiting?

Overall rating

3.9 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Things to do

4.2/5

Safety

4.6/5

Food

3.7/5

Budget-friendly

3.5/5

Joleesa

United States

Solo travel

Well, I visited Bend for a WCS dance convention and I stayed at The shilo inn on the Deschutes River. It had a beautiful riverfront view and a fireplace in the room. The rooms are somewhat small but I was traveling on a budget. It was clean and the bed was comfortable. I only got to stay one night so I don't have a lot more to say but I hope to visit again soon!

Posted: July 26, 2024Experienced: July, 2024

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Solo travel

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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Lanie

United States

Couple travel

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

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Is Bend safe for women?

Kayla

Bend is fairly safe. Crime is growing more as the city is growing. But if you compared it to Portland Oregon it would be extremely safe. I feel like bend is more safe than a lot of other cities in Oregon.

Posted: January 2, 2025

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Bend is a pretty safe town. I have never felt unsafe here or worried about leaving items in my vehicle, or even leaving the vehicle unlocked. I travel alone most of the time and folks are pretty polite and friendly.

Posted: December 5, 2024

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Adrienne

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I am super lucky to live with my husband in beautiful Bend, Oregon. I love where I live, and enjoy sharing it with others. I am fairly active outdoors with hiking, biking, and a couple snow sports. Living 30 minutes from Mount Bachelor is another amazing perk of living where I do! I love legos, reading, live music, and my dogs. We have two Labrador Retrievers, Karen and Janice. They love swimming in the rivers and lakes nearby, and eating.

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Hi! My name is Kate and I have been a self employed web designer for about a decade. In 2021 I purchased an RV and started having some fun adventures. I have been working as a WWOOFer on farms and dairies and pet and house sitting. I love to make some new friends and share travel stories!