Livin', Runnin', Playin'

​  The Gypsea took a little trip to Smith Rocks State Park area, Oregon, to explore new running trails and wasn’t disappointed in the least.  First time to Smith Rocks and I was in awe of both the formation history and the rock climbing history.  Several options for trails to run but I decided on a loop of about 7.5 miles to get a good overview and avoid Misery Ridge trail which indeed looks as if there’s lots of misery involved in getting to that summit.
  I also explored an area in Prineville, Barnes Butte, as well as Dry Canyon right in Redmond, Oregon.  Both of these had many trail options for hiking, mountain biking, or running.