Summit West: Top Neighborhood in Bend Featured This Week

On the western edge of River West and continues west on Shevlin Park Rd, you will find Bend’s newest neighborhood addition: Summit West. Come and join me as we uncover the beauty of this neighborhood!

A Glimpse at Summit West

Situated near a number of popular parks and trails, Summit West is very ideal for those who love going outdoor and doing recreational activities. Living in this area puts you close to many of Bend’s outdoor recreation areas including Phil’s Trail, Shevlin Park, Tumalo Falls, and hundreds of miles of trails for mountain biking, trail running, or hiking. You also have easy access to Newport Ave. and Galveston Ave., both hubs with restaurants, coffee shops, and retail stores.

Summit West: Parks and Trails

PUBLIC HEALTH ALERT: For all BPRD parks and trails
It’s summer and you want to play. It’s okay; you can with a few reminders:

• Distancing is a must when you visit a Bend Park & Recreation District park, trail, recreation center, and even the river.
• Stay six feet from others, indoors and out.
• Wash hands before and after any visit to a park or trail.
• Visit less popular parks and trails or at less popular times.
• Go only with your household or small groups. No large groups.
• Keep dogs on leash; It’s the law in Bend except at designated off-leash areas.
• Bring your own drinking water. Drinking fountains are not available.
• If you are sick, stay home

Shevlin Park

Shevlin Park is a haven located less than three miles from Bend and a perfect location for hiking, jogging, nature watching, fishing, cross country skiing and picnicking. There is an extensive trail and pathway system providing for both summer and winter uses. The park is also the site of Cougar Camp, a popular youth day camp offered by the District in the summer months.

Phil’s Trail

Phil’s Trail is a 12.4 mile out and back trail located near Bend, Oregon. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. Dogs are also able to use this trail.

This is one of the most popular mountain biking trailheads in the Pacific Northwest. Numerous trails of varying difficulty originate at this trailhead, including Phil’s Trail. This area has quick access to Bend with a small parking area and a toilet.

Tumalo Falls

Tumalo Falls is a 97-foot (30 m) waterfall on Tumalo Creek, in the Cascade Range west of Bend in the U.S. state of Oregon. At nearly 100 feet tall, this splendor along Tumalo Creek is the most popular waterfall located within the Bend city limits. 

Homes to Discover in Summit West

The majority of homes in this part of town are new. The homes in this area range from small simple homes to large architecturally stunning homes. Many homes have a private feel since this is such a heavily treed area on the way to Shevlin Park.

The homes in this area range from small simple homes to large architecturally stunning homes. Popular subdivisions within Summit West include Awbrey Ridge, Golden Butte, Northwest Crossing, Shevlin Commons, Shevlin Pines, Shevlin Ridge, Shevlin Reserve, Skyliner Summit, The Tree Farm, Three Pines, and Valhalla Heights. Home values range from $450,000 to over $1,000,000.

Here are some of the homes for sale in Summit West that you could choose from:

Bottom Line

This modern and adventure-filled neighborhood is something you wouldn’t want to miss. If you’re interested in learning more, reach out to our local Bend realtor, Cody Tuma, at 541-306-3139 today!