Here in the high desert of Central Oregon, Smith Rock beckons rock climbers from around the world with its cliffs of tuff and basalt. Considered by many to be the birthplace of American sport climbing, it"s home to nearly 2,000 climbing routes of all levels of difficulty. For those happier with their feet firmly planted on the ground, Smith Rock State Park offers the usual range of outdoor activities, including biking, hiking, and watching for wildlife like prairie falcons, golden eagles, and mule deer.
A rock in a wild place
Today in History
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International Womens Day
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Gunnerside, Yorkshire Dales National Park, England
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National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
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Winter solstice
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White Sands National Park, New Mexico
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Lake Misurina, Dolomites, Italy
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The lemurs of Madagascar
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National Bison Day
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International Museum Day
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