Darke Park Access
Darke Park Access
Drake Park Access provides direct river access to the Deschutes River at Mirror Pond with a newly renovated boardwalk and beach area completed in 2023.
The location features street parking, restrooms, picnic facilities, and connects to the Deschutes River Trail, making it convenient for both paddlers and anglers.
Park hours are 5 am to 10 pm, and the site is located at 777 NW Riverside Blvd in downtown Bend with multiple parking options nearby for float trips and river access.
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