🧗 Watch climbers on Monkey Face

Monkey Face is Smith Rock's iconic 350-foot tower with a face-shaped summit — and you can sit on a viewpoint and watch climbers work routes up it without doing any climbing yourself. Bring binoculars; it's surprisingly hypnotic.

Good to know

• Best viewpoint is the spur trail off Misery Ridge.
• Mornings have the best light; afternoons get better climbing action.
• Sturdy shoes for the approach.

Google's editorial: Landmark rock column known for distinctive monkey shape, popular for climbing & picturesque views.