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Smith Rock State Park
If you enjoy scenic views of deep river canyons or rock climbing, Smith Rock State Park is the place for you. Smith Rock is located in central Oregon's high desert near the towns of Redmond, Terrebonne and Bend. Its sheer cliffs of tuff and basalt are ideal for rock climbing of all difficulty levels. There are several thousand climbs in the park, more than a thousand are bolted routes.
Smith Rock also offers miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, featuring the meandering Crooked River and views of the volcanic peaks of Oregon's Cascade Range. Along your trip through the canyon, you might see golden eagles, prairie falcons, mule deer, river otter and beaver.
Smith Rock Photo Gallery
View photo gallery of Smith Rock State Park
Much of the 1994 film adaptation of the 1976 book Even Cowgirls Get The Blues was filmed within view of Smith Rock. Partial filming for the 1997 feature The Postman took place on location, while it additionally appeared in Swordfish in following years. Several westerns have been filmed here, including the John Wayne and Katharine Hepburn film Rooster Cogburn. The Rockhard building at the park entrance was built as a movie set for this film, portrayed as "Kates Saloon".
Due to the uniqueness and fragile aspect of the park, park rangers enforce the animal leash law and strongly encourage all park users to stay on trails.
Note: Open fires prohibited at all times. There is a designated place for cooking with propane and white gas stoves. Cooking is not allowed anywhere else in the park. Gas lanterns are also prohibited. Smoking is only allowed in vehicles.
Vital stats
$5 daily day-use fee or buy a 12-month permit for $30 or a 24-month permit for $50. These 1- and 2-year permits are good at all state park day-use areas.
Walk-in bivouac camp (no fires allowed). Campsites are first-come, first-served. Call (541) 548-7501 or (800) 551-6949 for information.
Map of parking area for Smith Rock.
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Rock climbing at Smith Rock State Park
Hiking Books For Oregon
Oregon Hiking Trails
- Central Oregon Amateur Guide to Hiking Gives links to many Central Oregon hiking trails.
- Links and things to do on the Mckenzie River near Eugene, Sisters, and Bend Oregon Has many links on outdoor adventures in the Central Oregon area.
- Hiking in Eastern Oregon and Western Idaho The public lands of Eastern Oregon and Western Idaho provide excellent hiking and backpacking opportunities, from high mountain peaks to desert canyons.
- LocalHikes.com Has great information on hiking trails near major U.S. cities, this link will take you to the Oregon section of their website.
- Day Trails.com Gives information on hiking and other outdoor activities in Oregon.
- TrailsNW.com Gives reviews and directions to several Oregon Hikes.
- Central Oregon Visitors Association Website gives directions to hikes in and near the Bend Oregon area.
- Slackpacker.com Provides organized access to informative Oregon hiking and backpacking websites.
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Hiking Books For Palm Springs
Philip Ferranti's books on hiking in Palm Springs, the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas are a must have if you are planning on hiking in the area. Amazon.com also has several other books that will make your hiking adventure a great one, including books on hiking and rock climbing in Joshua Tree National Park.
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