Two Cities, Countless Adventures

Discover the outdoor beauty of Bend and the historic charm of Frederick. Two cities,
endless possibilities for adventure and exploration.

Uncover the Best of Bend Oregon

Discover Bend’s Top Adventures and Local Favorites.

Ranking the Best Bend Oregon Golf Courses to Play Right Now. The Best Golf Course Around Bend for Golfers at All

The Updated list of the BEST restaurants in Bend Oregon you need to try right now. Read about our favorite restaurants

Read About the BEST Hikes Near Bend Oregon. We rank our favorite hikes around Bend and prepare you for your outing!

Read our ranking of the BEST Things to do in Bend Oregon! All about the best activities, hikes, attractions and more

Bend OR is known for many things, and one of them is breweries. In this article we list the best breweries

Read Why the Green Lakes Hike Near Bend Oregon is the Can't Miss Hike in the Area. A Dreamy Mountain and

Bend and Frederick Featured

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EpicBend and EpicFrederick

We are  Nicole and Glenn, travel and outdoor junkies who love to chronicle our adventures.  We write about everything we do in Bend OR and Frederick MD:  excursions, day trips, hiking, biking, fishing, restaurants, breweries, wineries, and more!

Exploring the Best of Frederick

Experience an Active Lifestyle in Frederick, Maryland From Locals.

The Frederick Keys Schedule for 2025, Plus Everything You Need to Know About Attending a Game at Nymeo Field.

Updated Reviews of the Best Restaurants in Frederick MD, from Locals Who've Tried Everything! Read Our Ranking of Downtown Frederick Restaurants.

Downtown Frederick’s New Visitation Hotel Just Transformed the City’s Boutique Hotel Scene—Here’s Why You’ll Want to Book Now.

Looking for the Best Burger in Frederick, MD? We've tried them all. Read our rankings.

Read about the Best Things to do in Frederick MD from locals who've done it all! A MUST read on what

Read about the Best Wineries Around Frederick MD. We share the Frederick wineries with the best wines, best views, and best

Updated 2025 List of the Best Boutique Hotels in Frederick MD, including the best Frederick Inns, Bed and Breakfast, Airbnbs, and other

Read Our 2025 Ranking of the Best Bars in Frederick MD. Details on All the Best Bars in Downtown Frederick.

Read about the Annapolis Rock Trail Hike, on the Appalachian Trail in Maryland. A 5.3 mile hike that may be the best

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