The stories of Deschutes County, OR
7 narrated audio stories from across Deschutes County — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Farewell Bend Park
Where Bend Learned Its Name
A river crossing, a curve, and the name of a town.
Drake Park
The Riverbank Bend Kept for Everyone
How a central stretch of riverfront became Bend’s shared front yard.
Bend
When Bend Decided to Govern Itself
A river town becomes a real city in 1905.
Bend
Where Ashton Eaton Learned to Do Everything
A Bend teenager’s all-around game became Olympic greatness.
Bend
When Bend Won the Paper Trail
A county was born when distance, growth, and paperwork collided in Central Oregon.
Bend
From Bend Snow to the World Stage
A hometown skier carries Central Oregon onto the international circuit.
Pilot Butte State Scenic Viewpoint
The Hill That Pointed the Way
How Pilot Butte became Bend’s enduring natural signpost
Hear every Deschutes County story, hands-free.
TourPods narrates the hidden history, true crime, and local lore of wherever you're standing. Your first 20 stories are free — no credit card required.
Download TourPods free