Misery Ridge Trail and River Trail Loop in Smith Rock State Park
The Misery Ridge Trail and River Trail Loop offers a challenging yet rewarding hike. The trail takes you through switchbacks leading to panoramic views of the high desert landscape, including the iconic Monkey Face rock formation and sweeping vistas of the Crooked River as it winds through the canyon. Once you descend from the ridge, the gentler River Trail offers a scenic, tranquil walk along the river, showcasing the towering cliffs and frequent rock climbers above. #Hike #Loop #River #Nature #Forest #Rock
- Distance: 3.6 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,086 ft
- Maximum elevation: 3,304 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,086 ft
- Minimum elevation: 2,644 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 33 m
- Moving speed: 2.3 mph
- Maximum speed: 4.3 mph
- Total time: 1 h 47 m
- Global speed: 2.0 mph
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Name: Misery Ridge Trail and River Trail Loop in Smith Rock State Park GPS track, route, trail
Start: Northeast Crooked River Drive, Deschutes County, Oregon, 97760, United States (44.36698 -121.13595)
End: Northeast Crooked River Drive, Deschutes County, Oregon, 97760, United States (44.36717 -121.13586)
Coordinates: 44.35926 -121.15142 44.37137 -121.13586
Topography: Deschutes County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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