Free, guided First Day Hike Jan. 1 at Smith Rock State Park
TERREBONNE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- For the ninth year in a row, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with America’s State Parks to offer free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon, including Smith Rock State Park, on New Year’s Day.
Information about the special hike hosted at Smith Rock State Park is below. The usual $5 parking fee will be waived on Jan. 1 only.
Hikers can register for the hike at the Oregon State Parks Store, http://bit.ly/ParkStoreEvents. Registering will help park staff plan for the hikes and provide them with participant contact information should hike details change.
Hike time: 10 a.m. The hike is limited to 35 participants. Reserve your spot by registering at http://bit.ly/ParkStoreEvents.
Starting location: Smith Rock Welcome Center
Terrain and length of trail: Moderate 2-mile hike along the Rim and Rope-De-Dope trails
Contact information: 541-548-7501
Additional details: Learn about winter wildlife and the unique geological features of the park. Dogs permitted with a 6-foot leash.
Participants should dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water as well as a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing.
Share photos of First Day Hikes via Twitter and Instagram by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes or tagging “Oregon State Parks” on Facebook.
