In 2022, we were provided with the opportunity to acquire this land. With an overarching, honest belief that we are merely stewards of this space we designed and built consciously. Learn more about the build process, materials, and long term vision.

Peer into the night sky at the Asterisk Observatory. Learn about its state-of-the-art equipment, including a 17” PlaneWave telescope, and its mission to educate visitors of all ages about the dark skies of Central Oregon. Click the link below to learn more ad reserve your spot.

Smith Rock was formed around 30 million years ago by volcanic activity and erosion, shaping its iconic rock formations. Learn more about the origin of the iconic rock climbing area known as Monkey Face and hear the Paiute perspective, calling it "Nuwuzo'ho," meaning "giant monster that eats people.

Discover the rich history of this area known as the Animal Village to the Northern Paiutes. And, learn about the transition from indigenous use to nonindigenous settlement in the late 1800s. The park's proximity to the historic Oregon Trail route served as a landmark for pioneers heading west during the 19th century.

Explore the vital role of the Cascade Mountains in providing water to Central Oregon. And, understand how snowmelt from these mountains irrigates the semi-arid land here, including this pond.

Marvel at the resilience of the plant life in Smith Rock State Park. Discover how these wild grasses, colorful flowers, and hearty natives thrive in an environment with less than eight inches of rainfall annually.

Bird watching, a diverse representation of mammal species, as well as reptiles and amphibian’s all contribute to a diverse ecosystem that to the Northern Paiutes is the “Animal Village”

Bocce ball is a classic backyard game with a great history spanning thousands of years. People of all nationalities and nobility have played the game for millennia.

Enjoy a game of horseshoes on our back patio. The variation we play today is descended from the original game known as quoits, and is thought to be the origin of horseshoe pitching