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Monkey Face Rock – Northern Point loop from Smith Rock State Park

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Monkey Face Rock – Northern Point loop from Smith Rock State Park

Hard

2.9

(12)

runners

Monkey Face Rock – Northern Point loop from Smith Rock State Park

06:33

47.1km

1,510m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Crooked River National Grassland

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.64 km

Misery Ridge Summit

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Wonderful views and the perfect spot for a souvenir photo!

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1.97 km

Monkey Face Rock

Highlight • Climb

Enjoy the view of one of the most legendary climbing rocks and watch brave climbers and slackliners on Monkey Face! Unfortunately, there was no way to rent climbing equipment during …

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4.53 km

The Crooked River caldera, born from explosive super-volcanic eruptions over 29 million years ago, carved a 26-mile long, 17-mile wide depression. Its geological legacy, showcased in Smith Rock State Park, …

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6.94 km

Gray Butte Trail

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This renowned trail offers breathtaking vistas of Crooked River National Grassland and the grand Cascades, accessible from Gray Butte Trailhead or Cole Loop Trail. A haven for hikers, riders, and …

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24.9 km

Julius & Sarah McCoin Orchard

Highlight • Structure

This orchard dates back 130 years to the McCoin family who planted the apple trees on their homestead. The trees still bear fruit because of the efforts of volunteers who prune them each spring.

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43.7 km

Wolf Tree Trail

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Gazing left, climbers scale the famed Picnic Lunch Wall. The path reveals Ship Rock and Red Wall, where nature's denizens thrive. Seek respite under a colossal ponderosa tree. In the …

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46.6 km

Northern Point

Highlight • Climb

The Northern Point, a modest cliff band, offers accessible trad and sport climbing routes. Perfect for beginners, with shorter routes and top-rope options, it even provides a solid foundation for novice trad leaders.

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47.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.5 km

10.6 km

5.72 km

231 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.8 km

12.0 km

231 m

113 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,290 m)

Lowest point (810 m)

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Monday 8 June

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97 %

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Monkey Face Rock – Northern Point loop from Smith Rock State Park

Misery Ridge Summit

Monkey Face Rock

Crooked River Caldera

Gray Butte Trail

Julius & Sarah McCoin Orchard

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Northern Point

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