The City Center of Pendleton is at an elevation of 965 feet above sea level, while the WFO at the airport sits at 1,514 feet. While Pendleton has no local television stations, the local cable operator offers 85 channels plus 30 digital music channels. All major networks are carried, including stations from Portland and Tri-Cities in Washington. CNN, ESPN and the Weather Channel are included in the basic rate, with several pay channels also available. There are several internet and cellular phone service providers.
Water quality is very good, coming from springs and wells.
One well equipped and staffed hospital serves the community and surrounding area. Pendleton is also the County Seat and many Oregon State services are available here. Two 18 hole golf courses are within 5 miles of Pendleton. Other recreational opportunities include a family aquatic center, a river walk, fishing, and nearby hunting and skiing. An arts center, historical center, children's museum, symphony, and tribal institute are some of the cultural highlights.