Smith Rock Adventure Hike

Activity Notes

Smith Rock Adventure Hike

This Saturday activity is an 8.9 mile loop hike (cumulative elevation gain 2870') that explores the far reaches of Smith Rock State Park, and the surrounding area. Participants will be top rope climbing 1-2 short rock routes to gain access to the best viewpoints in the park, each with a rappel to return to the ground. This will be a very long day activity (14+ hours).

The weekend will be rounded out with an adventure day hike on Saturday (this activity), campout w/ potluck + campfire, and a day of top rope rock climbing at Smith Rock State Park (separately scheduled activity).

Equipment / Gear:

• Ten Essentials
• All necessary clothing for sun, rain, cold, etc. (layers, no cotton). Check the weather to help plan your layer system.
• Bring food (lunch plus snacks), and water (2-3 liters)
• Hiking boots, stiff trail runners, or approach shoes. Light duty running shoes or very soft trail runners/hikers will not be good for the hiking route.
• Bring all required BCEP gear: helmet, harness, Prusik(s), carabiners, belay device, leashes/tethers, etc.
• Rock shoes (optional), could be useful for the rock scrambling
• Trekking poles (optional), can be useful for the scree-slopes
• Headlamp + Batteries and Puffy Jacket
• Other optional items: Camera, Dry socks/clothing to leave in the car, parking lot snacks + beverages
• You do NOT need an ice axe, or crampons.

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As a note, when assembling a team for a Mazama activity, I deliberately strive for a diverse, and balanced team. I principally take into consideration an individual's physical fitness, skill level for the route, and how they can contribute to the climb team’s diversity. Consideration of equity and inclusivity especially applies to the selection of the assistant and lead climber(s) to help expand the diversity in prospective Leaders in the Mazamas.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.