With epic trails, towering rock faces for climbing, and awe-inspiring views highlighting this adventurous playground, it’s not hard to see why Smith Rock State Park is a favorite thing to do near Bend ...

Venturing out to Smith Rock State Park can sometimes feel more like a chore than a joyful chance to bask in the shadows of stunning rock faces and relish the day along its many trails. Come spring and ...

Smith Rock State Park comes alive in spring. With a fresh Oregon State Parks annual pass in the glovebox, we headed east from the Oregon coast through the forested mountains of the Santiam Wilderness ...

High-profile projects at some of Oregon’s most iconic state parks have been put on hold as the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department grapples with a $14 million shortfall. The state agency announced ...