Rotary Social - Sunrise Walk at Smith Rock

### 🌄 Sunrise Hike at Smith Rock – Misery Ridge Loop

📅 Tuesday, October 1 | 5:30 AM – ~10:00 AM
📍 Smith Rock State Park – Meet near Welcome Center at 6:15 AM
🚗 Optional carpool from Bend leaves at 5:30 AM

There’s nothing quite like watching the sun rise from the top of Misery Ridge.
Join us for an unforgettable early morning hike and Rotarian fellowship at one of Oregon’s most iconic natural landmarks.
We’ll aim to catch the sunrise from the summit (around 7:00 AM) with a full view of Phoenix Buttress, the Sisters, and the canyon bathed in golden light. 🌞
🥾 Route Options:
• Shorter hike: ~2 miles (up and back via Misery Ridge Trail)
• Longer loop: ~4.5 miles (via Mesa Verde + River Trail, conditions and group depending)

🌡️ What to Bring:

• Warm layers – it’s chilly early!
• Hiking poles (very helpful on descent)
• Thermos with your favorite hot drink ☕
• Snacks – and Margot will bring Dutch treats!

📸 Weather-dependent: If skies are cloudy, we may reschedule for a sunnier day.

📍 Meeting Point: Smith Rock parking lot near the Welcome Center at 6:15 AM
Want to carpool from Bend? DM or email [margot.gerritsen@stanford.edu](mailto:margot.gerritsen@stanford.edu)
Let’s rise (literally!) and shine with Rotary.

Good views, good company, and great conversation. See you at the top!
🌐 Hosted by Rotary Club of Bend | rotaryclubofbend.org