Smith Rock
Don't mistake this for just another highway rest stop. Pull off US-97 and you're immediately greeted by the breathtaking sight of the Crooked River Gorge, a dramatic 300-foot-deep canyon. You can stroll along the paved, accessible rim trails for different perspectives or walk out onto the historic pedestrian bridge for a heart-pounding view straight down. It's an unexpectedly grand and easily accessible slice of Oregon's high desert scenery, perfect for stretching your legs and capturing some incredible photos.