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Why you should visit Smith Rock State Park
Perched high above the central Oregon desert, Smith Rock towers over the Crooked River canyon. State of play: The 650-acre ...
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Why Central Oregon Should Be Your Summer Stargazing Destination
The air is cool, the high desert is nearly completely silent, and the Milky Way stretches like glitter across the sky ...
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Why Central Oregon Should Be Your Summer Stargazing Destination
During the day, head to McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass Scenic Byway ... love the Oregon Observatory's interactive exhibits. Towering above the Crooked River, Smith Rock State Park is best known ...
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A State Park On This Serene Stretch Of Oregon's Coast Boasts A Secluded Beach Lined With Lush Rainforest
With amazing gems on every corner, this gorgeous state park is a true Oregon recreational destination perfect for a day of ...
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Where can you find rattlesnakes in Oregon? Here are the 5 most rattlesnake-infested areas
Smith Rock State Park near Bend in central Oregon is recognized for its dryer climate, volcanic rock formations and desert dwelling wildlife such as hawks, owls, cougars, coyotes, porcupines and ...