Wanna know the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon?
Hike around Smith Rock!
Today, Ashley and I tried a new to me 4 mile trail taking us around the backside of Smith Rock and up Misery Ridge. This quickly became my new favorite hike. The views were spectacular and just kept getting better as we got higher and higher.
You can almost see all of the Oregon Mountains in this panoramic.
Here's Ashley taking in the sights.
Here's the side of Monkey Face. You can kind of make out that it's face looks like a monkey from this angle (this is his left profile).
These are the rocks we hiked around,
And here's a not so clear view of the switchbacks we hiked to reach the top.
Now here's my favorite part...the view from the top.
Pretty awesome, huh?!
Polly - As I reread your blog and look at your beautiful photography I'm making reservations for our Spring trip to Bend. These pictures are Omazing!! Make sure you save some of that 'awesome' beauty and your great temperatures for us. We can't wait for you to take us on some these hikes (no heights please) and of course we love our morning trip to McKay Cottage. - Dad & Mom
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