Smith Rock State Park is near the communities of Redmond and Terrebonne, about 26 miles northeast of Bend. Its scenic views of deep river canyons and sheer cliffs of tuff and basalt make it a destination for adventurers of all kinds, especially rock climbers. Generally considered the birthplace of modern American sport climbing, Smith Rock is host to hundreds of cutting-edge climbing routes. With miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, you might also see golden and bald eagles, prairie and peregrine falcons, mule deer, river otter, and the occasional beaver.
Please Note: Smith Rock State Park requires a $5 parking fee for day-use areas and there are strict rules about parking outside of the designated parking areas.
The small geocache hidden here is part of the Bend Arts, Culture and Adventure GeoTour. There is an info card attached to the underside of the lid which contains the BACA GeoTour Secret Code needed to complete the GeoTour passport and collect a trackable GeoTour coin. BACA GeoTour Passports can be picked up at The Bulletin, 320 SW Upper Terrace Dr, Suite #200 Bend, Oregon, or at participating sponsor locations. Visit www.bendbulletin.com/geocache for more information.