When I told Aura my plans for Skiing in Bend, OR. for a holiday break she reminded me of her great times hiking around Sisters and climbing at Smith Rock.  I spent a few days in Bend and passed the township of Sisters several times on my way to Hoodoo for self instruction in the sport of snowboarding.  (unless your young or in great shape – take some lessons).

Smith Rock

I only got to spend an hour or so at Smith Rock just north of Redmond while waiting to pick up my friend and (snowboard self instructor extraordinaire) Rosie.

Smith Rock is a great place just from the road and trails immediately around the park.  I could tell though there were hundreds of places to climb and you walk, hike and maybe even trek around there for quite a while.  For sure the next time I find myself there I’ll be spending some time there.

So, for Aura who couldn’t talk enough about Smith Rock, I took some photos.
When I get home I’ll post some images from the trip.