Smith Rock State Park in central Oregon’s High Desert is well known for it’s rock climbing and hiking trails, among other outdoor uses. But Oregon has lots of state parks, so why drive to the middle of the desert which doesn’t have much around, except for ranches and long stretches of highway, to visit Smith Rock State Park instead of any other park? Well, below are my top 3 reasons why you should!
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#1 Best Day Hike Near Portland, OR
If you are visiting or living in Portland, Oregon, and looking for the best day hike near Portland, look no further! There are so many things to do in Portland, but hiking is a great way to get outside and see what makes the Pacific NorthWest so special! It can be hard to pick just one hike as the best, since it depends on what kind of hike you are looking for, but we think we’ve found the one!
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The 5 Best Places to visit in Portland, Oregon
1.Forest Park. With over 5,000 acres to explore, Forest Park is an incredible escape from the Urban downtown of Portland. Bonus, you don’t need a car to access it from Portland, you can get there walking from the NW district. One minute you are walking around the suburbs of Portland, the next you are completely engulfed in the beauty of Nature with nothing but the sounds of the animals and wind whispering through the evergreens.
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