Where was US sport climbing born?
Smith Rock State Park is considered the birthplace of modern US sport climbing in the 1980s.
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What is Monkey Face?
Monkey Face is a 350-foot rock formation at Smith Rock.
How did Smith Rock form?
Smith Rock is made of volcanic tuff.
Which river runs through Smith Rock?
The Crooked River winds through Smith Rock State Park.
What is Misery Ridge?
Misery Ridge is a steep hiking trail at Smith Rock.
Is Smith Rock one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon?
Smith Rock is one of the Seven Wonders of Oregon.
How many climbing routes are at Smith Rock?
Smith Rock has thousands of climbing routes.
Do golden eagles nest at Smith Rock?
Golden eagles nest at Smith Rock, and some areas close seasonally to protect them.
When did Smith Rock become a state park?
Smith Rock became a state park in 1960.
Where is Smith Rock?
Smith Rock is near Terrebonne, Oregon.