Come to think of it, up and over Misery Ridge is still the best hike and should be a top five on the list of any Oregon hiker. Best nearby: The Crooked River National Grassland, part of the Ochoco ...

Yet, Smith Rock State Park can hold its own against any of the stunning natural places in Oregon. Situated about 35 minutes outside Bend, along the winding Crooked River, Smith Rock State Park is ...