SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

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ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

CLIMBING AREAS

Especially if you don't have a synopsis of what the main climbing areas have to offer. We've broken it down into some digestible chunks. Get a preview of what you'll find when you get there along with some selected climbs for each. Follow the links below to the main climbing

areas.

ESTABLISHED HIGHLINES Established highlines at Smith are a bit elusive. HERE's the latest info on currently bolted ones for you. Things change quickly, so if you don't see what you're looking for or need more info reach out to the local slackline community on Central Oregon Slackline.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface. SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

CLIMBING AREAS

Especially if you don't have a synopsis of what the main climbing areas have to offer. We've broken it down into some digestible chunks. Get a preview of what you'll find when you get there along with some selected climbs for each. Follow the links below to the main climbing

areas.

ESTABLISHED HIGHLINES Established highlines at Smith are a bit elusive. HERE's the latest info on currently bolted ones for you. Things change quickly, so if you don't see what you're looking for or need more info reach out to the local slackline community on Central Oregon Slackline.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface. ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

LORE — SMITHROCK.COM According to 9 separate documents, Park Ranger Eric Iseman stands by this version. tent and U.S. flag from Oregon 150 lore celebration at Smith Rock State Park. Settlers and prospectors pouring into shrinking native hunting grounds in the mid 1800s turned the area into a "no man's land." U.S. soldiers were assigned to protect Indians on SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

THE DIHEDRALS

The spectacular accordion of sheer rock faces known as The Dihedrals immortalized Smith Rock State Park as the foundation for sport climbing of the country. The Dihedrals. Prior to the early to mid 80s, climbing here was limited to scattered cracks and easy faces. Once Alan Watts, who literally wrote the book on Smith, tapped into the

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COVID-19 SMITH ROCK STATE PARK RESTRICTIONS … Smith Rock State Park saw a partial re-opening on Thursday, May 14th, 2020 after being closed since March 23rd due to COVID-19 restrictions. The park was forced to close before when crowds did not respect social distancing restrictions. Here is a list of restrictions that remain in

place.

SMITH ROCK STATE PARK "BIVY" CAMPGROUND The "Bivy" area at Smith Rock State Park is a year-round walk-in campground available first-come-first-serve. For campground inquiries call the Park Office at 541-548-7501. Overnight camping in vehicles, campers and/or trailers is not allowed, but there are links on the

page to other campg

LODGING IN OR NEAR SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is mainly a day-use area, with a first-come-first-serve walk-in campground. Check out the "Bivy" campground details, links to nearby campgrounds and RV parks, and vacation rentals listed in order of proximity to the Smith Rock State

Park.

RIM ROCK TRAIL

THE EASY RIM ROCK TRAIL PROVIDES SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PARK ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF A .5 MILE STROLL ALONG THE CANYON RIDGE. Start of the Rim Rock Trail from the Overlook at Smith Rock State Park. Rim Rock Trail along the picnic and play areas at Smith Rock State Park. Viewing bench for seeing rock climbers, wildlife, mountain and canyon FAQ ON SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Our Frequently Asked Questions about Smith Rock State Park are culled from your phone calls. Just click on the + sign to display or collapse the answer as well as links to more extensive information. If you don't get the answer to your question here, of course, we're always

here for you.

DAY USE FEES AND ANNUAL PERMITS FOR SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Day use fees of $5 to park at Smith Rock State Park are required year-round. They are charged per vehicle, with 3 fee stations available. If you stay at the Bivy Campground, your camping receipt covers your car too. Find out where each of the fee stations is located and methods of payment at each. SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

CLIMBING AREAS

Especially if you don't have a synopsis of what the main climbing areas have to offer. We've broken it down into some digestible chunks. Get a preview of what you'll find when you get there along with some selected climbs for each. Follow the links below to the main climbing

areas.

WEDDING VENUE

Small Celebration Venue With A Killer View—Smith Rock's North Point Amphitheater. July 16, 2020. The North Point Amphitheater at the end of the “Turnaround Parking Lot” at Smith Rock State Park is the “Phoenix” that rose from the ashes of the devastating “Big Flame” fire that raged through the park over 20 years ago. Today, a WALDO, SMITH ROCK'S LATEST BALD EAGLET HAS ARRIVED Waldo, Smith Rock's Latest Bald Eaglet has Arrived. March 21, 2021. Charlie Baughman, like a lot of raptor watchers at Smith Rock, is persistent. As the Bald Eagles hatched their eaglet pair last year on St. Patrick’s Day, Charlie was there at the nest on the 17th and saw

no chicks.

SUMMIT LOOP TRAIL RUN Summit Loop Trail Run: 7.3 miles round trip from the Welcome Center By far one of the nicest additions to the trail system in the past few years to the park is the Summit Trail. Making the loop trail run gives you a chance to see much of the park's terrain, from the river banks

to the ridges.

SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

CLIMBING AREAS

Especially if you don't have a synopsis of what the main climbing areas have to offer. We've broken it down into some digestible chunks. Get a preview of what you'll find when you get there along with some selected climbs for each. Follow the links below to the main climbing

areas.

WEDDING VENUE

Small Celebration Venue With A Killer View—Smith Rock's North Point Amphitheater. July 16, 2020. The North Point Amphitheater at the end of the “Turnaround Parking Lot” at Smith Rock State Park is the “Phoenix” that rose from the ashes of the devastating “Big Flame” fire that raged through the park over 20 years ago. Today, a WALDO, SMITH ROCK'S LATEST BALD EAGLET HAS ARRIVED Waldo, Smith Rock's Latest Bald Eaglet has Arrived. March 21, 2021. Charlie Baughman, like a lot of raptor watchers at Smith Rock, is persistent. As the Bald Eagles hatched their eaglet pair last year on St. Patrick’s Day, Charlie was there at the nest on the 17th and saw

no chicks.

SUMMIT LOOP TRAIL RUN Summit Loop Trail Run: 7.3 miles round trip from the Welcome Center By far one of the nicest additions to the trail system in the past few years to the park is the Summit Trail. Making the loop trail run gives you a chance to see much of the park's terrain, from the river banks

to the ridges.

ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

LORE — SMITHROCK.COM According to 9 separate documents, Park Ranger Eric Iseman stands by this version. tent and U.S. flag from Oregon 150 lore celebration at Smith Rock State Park. Settlers and prospectors pouring into shrinking native hunting grounds in the mid 1800s turned the area into a "no man's land." U.S. soldiers were assigned to protect Indians on

PARK GALLERY

SMITH ROCK amplifies the beauty of high desert weather with the rocks adding drama at every angle. Known as the "blue hole" of Central Oregon, Smith Rock generally gets clearer skies than even the nearby communities of Redmond and Bend. The heat retained by the rock spires during the day cools off in the late afternoon and produces intense

winds.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

THE DIHEDRALS

The spectacular accordion of sheer rock faces known as The Dihedrals immortalized Smith Rock State Park as the foundation for sport climbing of the country. The Dihedrals. Prior to the early to mid 80s, climbing here was limited to scattered cracks and easy faces. Once Alan Watts, who literally wrote the book on Smith, tapped into the

untouched

BOULDERING — SMITHROCK.COM Either way, great bouldering at Smith awaits. Long before the explosion of sport climbing in the '80s, bouldering was big here. From perfect stone to flaky tuff, you'll find that the harder problems are on the best stuff. With over 300 lines stretching from the Picnic Lunch Wall area over to the West Side Crags and past the east end of

the park

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou

RIM ROCK TRAIL

THE EASY RIM ROCK TRAIL PROVIDES SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PARK ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF A .5 MILE STROLL ALONG THE CANYON RIDGE. Start of the Rim Rock Trail from the Overlook at Smith Rock State Park. Rim Rock Trail along the picnic and play areas at Smith Rock State Park. Viewing bench for seeing rock climbers, wildlife, mountain and canyon CLIMBING GUIDE SERVICES AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK American Mountain Guide Association affiliated, the rock climbing guide services for Smtih Rock State Park are top-notch. SmithRock.com provides descriptions of each rock climbing guide service and a link to each of their businesses.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface. SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

CLIMBING AREAS

Especially if you don't have a synopsis of what the main climbing areas have to offer. We've broken it down into some digestible chunks. Get a preview of what you'll find when you get there along with some selected climbs for each. Follow the links below to the main climbing

areas.

WEDDING VENUE

Small Celebration Venue With A Killer View—Smith Rock's North Point Amphitheater. July 16, 2020. The North Point Amphitheater at the end of the “Turnaround Parking Lot” at Smith Rock State Park is the “Phoenix” that rose from the ashes of the devastating “Big Flame” fire that raged through the park over 20 years ago. Today, a WALDO, SMITH ROCK'S LATEST BALD EAGLET HAS ARRIVED Waldo, Smith Rock's Latest Bald Eaglet has Arrived. March 21, 2021. Charlie Baughman, like a lot of raptor watchers at Smith Rock, is persistent. As the Bald Eagles hatched their eaglet pair last year on St. Patrick’s Day, Charlie was there at the nest on the 17th and saw

no chicks.

SUMMIT LOOP TRAIL RUN Summit Loop Trail Run: 7.3 miles round trip from the Welcome Center By far one of the nicest additions to the trail system in the past few years to the park is the Summit Trail. Making the loop trail run gives you a chance to see much of the park's terrain, from the river banks

to the ridges.

SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

CLIMBING AREAS

Especially if you don't have a synopsis of what the main climbing areas have to offer. We've broken it down into some digestible chunks. Get a preview of what you'll find when you get there along with some selected climbs for each. Follow the links below to the main climbing

areas.

WEDDING VENUE

Small Celebration Venue With A Killer View—Smith Rock's North Point Amphitheater. July 16, 2020. The North Point Amphitheater at the end of the “Turnaround Parking Lot” at Smith Rock State Park is the “Phoenix” that rose from the ashes of the devastating “Big Flame” fire that raged through the park over 20 years ago. Today, a WALDO, SMITH ROCK'S LATEST BALD EAGLET HAS ARRIVED Waldo, Smith Rock's Latest Bald Eaglet has Arrived. March 21, 2021. Charlie Baughman, like a lot of raptor watchers at Smith Rock, is persistent. As the Bald Eagles hatched their eaglet pair last year on St. Patrick’s Day, Charlie was there at the nest on the 17th and saw

no chicks.

SUMMIT LOOP TRAIL RUN Summit Loop Trail Run: 7.3 miles round trip from the Welcome Center By far one of the nicest additions to the trail system in the past few years to the park is the Summit Trail. Making the loop trail run gives you a chance to see much of the park's terrain, from the river banks

to the ridges.

ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

LORE — SMITHROCK.COM According to 9 separate documents, Park Ranger Eric Iseman stands by this version. tent and U.S. flag from Oregon 150 lore celebration at Smith Rock State Park. Settlers and prospectors pouring into shrinking native hunting grounds in the mid 1800s turned the area into a "no man's land." U.S. soldiers were assigned to protect Indians on

PARK GALLERY

SMITH ROCK amplifies the beauty of high desert weather with the rocks adding drama at every angle. Known as the "blue hole" of Central Oregon, Smith Rock generally gets clearer skies than even the nearby communities of Redmond and Bend. The heat retained by the rock spires during the day cools off in the late afternoon and produces intense

winds.

SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

THE DIHEDRALS

The spectacular accordion of sheer rock faces known as The Dihedrals immortalized Smith Rock State Park as the foundation for sport climbing of the country. The Dihedrals. Prior to the early to mid 80s, climbing here was limited to scattered cracks and easy faces. Once Alan Watts, who literally wrote the book on Smith, tapped into the

untouched

BOULDERING — SMITHROCK.COM Either way, great bouldering at Smith awaits. Long before the explosion of sport climbing in the '80s, bouldering was big here. From perfect stone to flaky tuff, you'll find that the harder problems are on the best stuff. With over 300 lines stretching from the Picnic Lunch Wall area over to the West Side Crags and past the east end of

the park

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou

RIM ROCK TRAIL

THE EASY RIM ROCK TRAIL PROVIDES SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PARK ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF A .5 MILE STROLL ALONG THE CANYON RIDGE. Start of the Rim Rock Trail from the Overlook at Smith Rock State Park. Rim Rock Trail along the picnic and play areas at Smith Rock State Park. Viewing bench for seeing rock climbers, wildlife, mountain and canyon CLIMBING GUIDE SERVICES AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK American Mountain Guide Association affiliated, the rock climbing guide services for Smtih Rock State Park are top-notch. SmithRock.com provides descriptions of each rock climbing guide service and a link to each of their businesses.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface. SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu HIKE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Explore 650 acres and 12 official hiking trails in Smith Rock State Park. Choose from Easiest Trails to More Difficult Trails, to the Most Difficult Trails, or take one of our Suggested Hikes with all the round trip mileage figured out for you. Hikers of all levels can find a trail to suit them with ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as they develop. Maybe not as fun as a cat video, but a SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu HIKE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Explore 650 acres and 12 official hiking trails in Smith Rock State Park. Choose from Easiest Trails to More Difficult Trails, to the Most Difficult Trails, or take one of our Suggested Hikes with all the round trip mileage figured out for you. Hikers of all levels can find a trail to suit them with ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as they develop. Maybe not as fun as a cat video, but a ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

AREA GUIDE - SMITHROCK.COM Chockstone Climbing Guides. Bend Oregon 541-318-7170. Certified rock climbing instruction, guiding, and camps for Smith Rock and beyond for all ages and abilities. An AMGA accredited guide service. Smith Rock Climbing School . Bend, OR 541-633-7450. Guiding rock climbers at Smith Rock State Park LORE — SMITHROCK.COM According to 9 separate documents, Park Ranger Eric Iseman stands by this version. tent and U.S. flag from Oregon 150 lore celebration at Smith Rock State Park. Settlers and prospectors pouring into shrinking native hunting grounds in the mid 1800s turned the area into a "no man's land." U.S. soldiers were assigned to protect Indians on SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

PARK GALLERY

SMITH ROCK amplifies the beauty of high desert weather with the rocks adding drama at every angle. Known as the "blue hole" of Central Oregon, Smith Rock generally gets clearer skies than even the nearby communities of Redmond and Bend. The heat retained by the rock spires during the day cools off in the late afternoon and produces intense

winds.

LODGING IN OR NEAR SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is mainly a day-use area, with a first-come-first-serve walk-in campground. Check out the "Bivy" campground details, links to nearby campgrounds and RV parks, and vacation rentals listed in order of proximity to the Smith Rock State

Park.

WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as

RIM ROCK TRAIL

THE EASY RIM ROCK TRAIL PROVIDES SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PARK ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF A .5 MILE STROLL ALONG THE CANYON RIDGE. Start of the Rim Rock Trail from the Overlook at Smith Rock State Park. Rim Rock Trail along the picnic and play areas at Smith Rock State Park. Viewing bench for seeing rock climbers, wildlife, mountain and canyon

MISERY RIDGE TRAIL

In fact, the Misery Ridge Trail could be renamed “Awesome” Ridge, because that’s what it is when you get up to the 3,360 foot summit. Especially if you decide to hike it from the other direction as described in detail on this suggested hike. Off-limits to mountain bikers and horseback riders, hikers can take the Misery Ridge Trail at their own pace, yielding to others that have a faster one.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface. SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu HIKE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Explore 650 acres and 12 official hiking trails in Smith Rock State Park. Choose from Easiest Trails to More Difficult Trails, to the Most Difficult Trails, or take one of our Suggested Hikes with all the round trip mileage figured out for you. Hikers of all levels can find a trail to suit them with ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as they develop. Maybe not as fun as a cat video, but a SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu HIKE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Explore 650 acres and 12 official hiking trails in Smith Rock State Park. Choose from Easiest Trails to More Difficult Trails, to the Most Difficult Trails, or take one of our Suggested Hikes with all the round trip mileage figured out for you. Hikers of all levels can find a trail to suit them with ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as they develop. Maybe not as fun as a cat video, but a ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

AREA GUIDE - SMITHROCK.COM Chockstone Climbing Guides. Bend Oregon 541-318-7170. Certified rock climbing instruction, guiding, and camps for Smith Rock and beyond for all ages and abilities. An AMGA accredited guide service. Smith Rock Climbing School . Bend, OR 541-633-7450. Guiding rock climbers at Smith Rock State Park LORE — SMITHROCK.COM According to 9 separate documents, Park Ranger Eric Iseman stands by this version. tent and U.S. flag from Oregon 150 lore celebration at Smith Rock State Park. Settlers and prospectors pouring into shrinking native hunting grounds in the mid 1800s turned the area into a "no man's land." U.S. soldiers were assigned to protect Indians on SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

PARK GALLERY

SMITH ROCK amplifies the beauty of high desert weather with the rocks adding drama at every angle. Known as the "blue hole" of Central Oregon, Smith Rock generally gets clearer skies than even the nearby communities of Redmond and Bend. The heat retained by the rock spires during the day cools off in the late afternoon and produces intense

winds.

LODGING IN OR NEAR SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is mainly a day-use area, with a first-come-first-serve walk-in campground. Check out the "Bivy" campground details, links to nearby campgrounds and RV parks, and vacation rentals listed in order of proximity to the Smith Rock State

Park.

WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as

RIM ROCK TRAIL

THE EASY RIM ROCK TRAIL PROVIDES SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PARK ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF A .5 MILE STROLL ALONG THE CANYON RIDGE. Start of the Rim Rock Trail from the Overlook at Smith Rock State Park. Rim Rock Trail along the picnic and play areas at Smith Rock State Park. Viewing bench for seeing rock climbers, wildlife, mountain and canyon

MISERY RIDGE TRAIL

In fact, the Misery Ridge Trail could be renamed “Awesome” Ridge, because that’s what it is when you get up to the 3,360 foot summit. Especially if you decide to hike it from the other direction as described in detail on this suggested hike. Off-limits to mountain bikers and horseback riders, hikers can take the Misery Ridge Trail at their own pace, yielding to others that have a faster one.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface. SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu HIKE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Explore 650 acres and 12 official hiking trails in Smith Rock State Park. Choose from Easiest Trails to More Difficult Trails, to the Most Difficult Trails, or take one of our Suggested Hikes with all the round trip mileage figured out for you. Hikers of all levels can find a trail to suit them with ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as they develop. Maybe not as fun as a cat video, but a SMITH ROCK STATE PARK GUIDE Smith Rock State Park. Its towering rock spires beckoned climbers from around the globe in the 80's. Today many other outdoor explorers answer the call. From trail and weather info to news and events, we thrive to provide you with the best resource for Smith Rock State Park. No matter what adventure you seek . THE LATEST NEWS. News. Apr

29, 2021.

THE PARK — SMITHROCK.COM The majesty of Smith Rock State Park is unique, even for the high desert of Oregon. The park covers over 650 acres and hovers around 3000 feet in elevation.The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Find out about

its

CAMPGROUNDS AND RV PARKS SERVING SMITH ROCK STATE PARK While Smith Rock State Park supports only walk-in camping, you can pitch your tent or camper nearby at these other campgrounds and RV parks. You can have a fire at Skull Hollow Campground, not at Smith Rock. There is one campground, 3 RV parks, and a public works RV dump station with a 15-mile radiu HIKE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Explore 650 acres and 12 official hiking trails in Smith Rock State Park. Choose from Easiest Trails to More Difficult Trails, to the Most Difficult Trails, or take one of our Suggested Hikes with all the round trip mileage figured out for you. Hikers of all levels can find a trail to suit them with ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

WELCOME CENTER

Welcome Center. at Smith Rock State Park is a great information stop. Both for first-timers for the exhibits and repeat visitors for special events held there. Hours are posted at the park monthly. They vary depending on visitation levels, holidays, events and available volunteer staffing. WELCOME CENTER UPDATE DURING COVID-19

RESTRICTIONS: THE

ALL TRAILS AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get a preview of all the hiking trails at Smith Rock State Park, sorted by difficulty into easiest, more difficult, and difficult levels, with details and photo gallery slideshows, as well as elevation graphs and Google maps for each. Also, get Suggested Hikes, download a park map, link to the webca SKULL HOLLOW CAMPGROUND Fires are allowed, although firewood is virtually non- existent so you'll need to bring your own. There are 28 campsites with parking pullouts. You can also sleep in your vehicle if you'd like. Here is their phone number for more info: (541) 416-6640. SKULL HOLLOW

CAMPGROUND WEBSITE.

TRAIL RUN AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Trail running at Smith Rock State Park can be a mix of both flat and steep trails with gnarly scree descents and some exposed drop-offs. Get details on the Misery Ridge Loop Trail Run and Summit Loop Trail Run, link to more details on each of the trails in the park, download a park map, and check ou WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as they develop. Maybe not as fun as a cat video, but a ROCK CLIMB AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is known as the birthplace of sport climbing in the U.S. Some choice walls of perfect stone make for some of the best rock climbing routes in the country, sport or trad. We highlight the 3 and 4 star rated climbs by climbing area, based on Alan Watt's "Rock

Climbing Smith

AREA GUIDE - SMITHROCK.COM Chockstone Climbing Guides. Bend Oregon 541-318-7170. Certified rock climbing instruction, guiding, and camps for Smith Rock and beyond for all ages and abilities. An AMGA accredited guide service. Smith Rock Climbing School . Bend, OR 541-633-7450. Guiding rock climbers at Smith Rock State Park LORE — SMITHROCK.COM According to 9 separate documents, Park Ranger Eric Iseman stands by this version. tent and U.S. flag from Oregon 150 lore celebration at Smith Rock State Park. Settlers and prospectors pouring into shrinking native hunting grounds in the mid 1800s turned the area into a "no man's land." U.S. soldiers were assigned to protect Indians on SLACKLINE OR HIGHLINE AT SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Get the rules on slacklining or highlining at Smith Rock State Park, link to Seasonal Nesting Closures and special dog leash rules for climbers and slackliners, then link to Established Highlines in the park. And while the Highline Festival isn't usually publicized, you can catch video footage and l

PARK GALLERY

SMITH ROCK amplifies the beauty of high desert weather with the rocks adding drama at every angle. Known as the "blue hole" of Central Oregon, Smith Rock generally gets clearer skies than even the nearby communities of Redmond and Bend. The heat retained by the rock spires during the day cools off in the late afternoon and produces intense

winds.

LODGING IN OR NEAR SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park is mainly a day-use area, with a first-come-first-serve walk-in campground. Check out the "Bivy" campground details, links to nearby campgrounds and RV parks, and vacation rentals listed in order of proximity to the Smith Rock State

Park.

WEATHER WEBCAM OF SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Smith Rock State Park has its own microclimate. Check the image from our webcam before you come out to see exactly what the weather is doing. The SmithRock.com webcam image updates every 5 minutes to provide an actual view of weather conditions as

RIM ROCK TRAIL

THE EASY RIM ROCK TRAIL PROVIDES SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE PARK ALL FROM THE COMFORT OF A .5 MILE STROLL ALONG THE CANYON RIDGE. Start of the Rim Rock Trail from the Overlook at Smith Rock State Park. Rim Rock Trail along the picnic and play areas at Smith Rock State Park. Viewing bench for seeing rock climbers, wildlife, mountain and canyon

MISERY RIDGE TRAIL

In fact, the Misery Ridge Trail could be renamed “Awesome” Ridge, because that’s what it is when you get up to the 3,360 foot summit. Especially if you decide to hike it from the other direction as described in detail on this suggested hike. Off-limits to mountain bikers and horseback riders, hikers can take the Misery Ridge Trail at their own pace, yielding to others that have a faster one.

WOLF TREE TRAIL

The Wolf Tree Trail pops out of the trees to great river views at Smith Rock State Park. The Wolf Tree Trail goes past giant rock pinnacles on your left where golden eagles nest at Smith Rock State Park. Heading up and away from the river on the Wolf Tree Tree at Smith Rock State Park watch your footing on the scree surface.

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After over a year in hiatus due to COVID closures, Smith Rock State Park management announced today that they will be re-opening the Bivouac Camp this Thursday, May 27th. Parking will be initially reduced to limit total capacity, and the showers will be limited to registered overnight guests only and locked nightly. The cliff rim sites in the tent area are closed for nesting Bald Eagle protection.

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