Redmond Parks & Gardens
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Parks & Gardens in Redmond, OR, Oregon.
Located in Central Oregon, Ochoco National Forest covers 1,500 sq mi (3885 sq km) of land, including canyons, dense forests, desert terrains and Crooked River National Grassland. It was part of the Willamette National Forest until 1911, when it became a park of its own. A number of activities are welcomed in the park, including camping, hiking, fishing and cross country skiing.
Home to several volcanic peaks, Hoodoo Ski Areas, rivers, lakes, trails and campgrounds, Willamette National Forest supports a assortment of activities year-round. It is located in central Oregon, running 110 mi (175 km) along the Central Cascades, and is easily accessible from many of the highways.
Deschutes National Forest runs along the east side of the Cascade Mountains for roughly 100 mi (160 km), encompassing 1.6 million acres of land. A range of terrain can be explored, from volcanic mountain formations to thick forests to lakes to caves. The forest is best accessed from Bend and supports camping, hiking and many other activites.
Smith Rock offers rock climbing, hiking and wildlife watching opportunities. Some campsites are available without reservations.
