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1st Street Access

First Street Rapids Park is a popular river access point for canoes and kayaks, spanning both sides of the Deschutes River with a pedestrian bridge connecting the two banks.

The park features lot parking, paved and unpaved paths, year-round restrooms, and is located at 1980 NW 1st Street in Bend with extended hours (5 am to 10 pm).

The site offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities including river otters, beavers, and various bird species, and connects to the Deschutes River Trail system linking to nearby Sawyer Park and Pioneer Park.


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