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    Top Spots in and near Crook County

    • Mitchell, Oregon

      Photograph the Painted Hills

      4.5
      The Painted HIlls is the most dramatic of the three units that make up John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Any trip to Eastern Oregon via Rt 26 requires a stop at the Painted HIlls to take in the unique landscape.John Day Fossil Beds are fee-free and as you enter you will see an area with bat...
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    • Mitchell, Oregon

      Walk the Painted Cove Loop Trail

      4.0
      0.2 mi / 40 ft gain
      To get to the trailhead, use the US highway 26 which is the only way you can go to the Painted Hills Unit. Make a turn when arriving at Burnt Ranch Rd junction. Drive up and follow the sign around 6 miles. The trail junction is where you passed the Carroll Rim Trail and Painted Hill Overlook. Tur...
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    • Prineville, Oregon

      Fly Fish Crooked River

      5.0
      Head East out of Bend, Oregon towards Prineville Reservoir State Park and Highway 27, which runs along the Crooked River. It is about an hour outside of Bend. Once you reach Highway 27 (Crooked River Highway), there are several campgrounds and pull-outs along the side of the road where you can st...
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    • Shaniko, Oregon

      Explore Shaniko's Ghost Town

      Heading south from Wasco, the scenery trades off between new farms and old abandoned homesteads. Most areas are fenced off along the road to keep in the roaming cattle, but now and then there is access to adventure off and visit the places that the settlers decided on in the 18-1900's.About 50 mi...
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      North Point Loop

      5.0
      0.43 mi / 13 ft gain
      North Point Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Canyon Trail and Homestead Trail

      2.38 mi / 466 ft gain
      Canyon Trail and Homestead Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Misery Ridge Loop

      5.0
      2.57 mi / 774 ft gain
      This hike takes you on a tour of the park, starting out with a steep climb up to the top of the formations and then back down past Monkey Face and to the canyon floor.  It's a very popular place so if you're hoping for solitude start early -- the light on the rock walls will be worth rising earl...
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Summit Trail Loop at Smith Rock

      4.6
      6.87 mi / 1506 ft gain
      Smith Rock State Park is an iconic PNW canyon that's become one of the rock climbing capitals of the country, and known worldwide for its sport climbing routes. And while climbing draws crowds year-round, adventurers also visit for its trail system boasting sweeping Central Oregon volcano views. ...
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Snow Camp at Smith Rock

      5.0
      3 mi / 350 ft gain
      Just 140 miles southeast of Portland, and 27 miles north of Bend, lies a clustering of rocks more prominently referred to as Smith Rock.This intricate rock formation is a mecca for climbers during the warm summer months, however the landmark unveils a new face during the snowy season that few eve...
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Misery Ridge Trail

      5.0
      2.58 mi / 919 ft gain
      Misery Ridge Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Smith Rock State Park Canyon Trail

      5.0
      3.27 mi / 587 ft gain
      Smith Rock State Park Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Terrebonne, Oregon.
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Smith Rock State Park Loop

      4.9
      5.55 mi / 1325 ft gain
      Park your vehicle in the bivouac parking area and hike 200 yards west to the tent campsites. Set up your home away from home at one of the undesignated cliff side campsites overlooking the park. Although it is famous for rock climbing, Smith Rock also boasts an extensive trail system. The best h...
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    • Madras, Oregon

      White Water Raft Down the Deschutes River

      4.5
      For first time rafters and those just looking to get back into some fun white water, the Deschutes is a great run and an easily accessible one at that. Guiding companies operate trips spring through late summer starting out of the quiet town of Maupin, Oregon with both half day (just river raftin...
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    • Terrebonne, Oregon

      Steelhead Falls

      4.8
      1.98 mi / 148 ft gain
      Following along the Dechutes river for half a mile you will see where the river progressively gets more aggressive. On both sides of the trail you will see beautiful mountain inclines and jagged cliffs. If your lucky you might just see a bald eagle soaring high above! Along with Steel Head being ...
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    Camping and Lodging in Crook County

    Ochoco Divide Group Site
    Prineville, Oregon

    Ochoco Divide Group Site

    Walton Lake
    Prineville, Oregon

    Walton Lake

    Ochoco Ranger Rental
    Prineville, Oregon

    Ochoco Ranger Rental

    Cold Springs Cabin
    Crook County, Oregon

    Cold Springs Cabin

    Castle Rock Campground
    Prineville, Oregon

    Castle Rock Campground

    Chimney Rock Campground
    Prineville, Oregon

    Chimney Rock Campground

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Crook County

    15 Hikes for the Best Views of Mt. Hood

    15 Hikes for the Best Views of Mt. Hood

    Rachel Davidson

    The Ultimate Weekend Adventure In Portland, Oregon

    The Ultimate Weekend Adventure In Portland, Oregon

    Alan Maxcy

    America's Outback: 6 Videos to Inspire You to Visit Southeast Oregon

    America's Outback: 6 Videos to Inspire You to Visit Southeast Oregon

    Josiah Roe

    5 Awesome Fall Hikes in Oregon

    5 Awesome Fall Hikes in Oregon

    Madison Sankovitz

    This Might be the Best Tourism Ad I've Ever Seen.

    This Might be the Best Tourism Ad I've Ever Seen.

    Kyle Frost