Smith Rock State Park · OR
Misery Ridge Loop (Smith Rock)
Moderate · Day hike · Best in Spring, Fall
Length
3.7 mi
Gain
1,100 ft
Scenery
★★★★★
About this trail
A short, intensely scenic loop above the Crooked River canyon. Rock climbers hang from every overhang — Smith Rock is the birthplace of American sport climbing.
Highlights
- Monkey Face spire
- Crooked River canyon
- Rock climbers everywhere
Get there
Start: Trailhead · 44.3679, -121.1395
Open driving directions in Google Maps →Along the way
- Smith Rock SP TH@ mile 0· 2,700 ft
- Misery Ridge@ mile 0.8
- Monkey Face spire@ mile 1.5
- Crooked River@ mile 2.5
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