Day Tour of Smith Rock State Park and Columbia River Gorge

Depart from Bend, and stop at Smith Rock State Park to explore the 650 acre park with your naturalist guide. From there, make your way to Hood River, and enjoy lunch at one of the craft breweries in town before embarking on a journey through the incredible Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.

Destinations

Bend, Oregon

Flanked by the Cascade Range and high desert, with several peaks, lakes, rivers and hiking trails, Bend is an outdoor recreationalist's mecca. With one brewery for every 4,500 people, Bend also has the most breweries per capita in the state of Oregon. The legendary Bend Ale Trail is the largest beer trail in the West.

Smith Rock State Park, Oregon

Noted as one of the "Seven Wonders of Oregon", Smith Rock State Park covers over 650 acres at around 3000 feet in elevation. The major rock faces are welded tuff, or compressed volcanic ash formed 30 million years ago. Miles of trail circulate the park which attracts hikers, rock climbers, mountain bikers and horseback riders.

Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is defined by a canyon of the Columbia River up to 4,000 feet deep, and eighty miles long. It is home to North America's most concentrated stretch of waterfalls, with over 90 waterfalls, including the famous Multnomah, Bridal Veil and Latourell Falls. It also offers endless outdoor activities.

Schedule

Depart from Bend
Visit Smith Rock State Park
Have lunch at a local brewery in Hood River
Drive through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Return to Bend, Portland or a hotel in the Columbia River Gorge

Departure & Return Locations

Departure Locations

Bend, Oregon
Portland, Oregon
Hotels in the Columbia River Gorge

Return Locations

Bend, Oregon
Portland, Oregon
Hotels in the Columbia River Gorge

What’s Included

Transportation
Guide
Lunch
Any park fees

Additional meals and beverages
Gratuities

What to Bring

Comfortable walking/trekking shoes
Camera
Light jacket or sweater