The fire and ice of geologic ages created a well-hidden jewel in Redmond, an open space bordered by high rock walls known as the Dry Canyon. It runs nearly the length of town and provides opportunities for walking, biking, horseback riding and otherwise getting away from it all — within city limits.

North section

The northern section of the canyon — between the north trailhead and Antler Avenue — is mostly undeveloped, with junipers, bunch grass and towering rimrock. A paved path meanders along the east side, and a dirt trail hugs the western edge. The trail passes underneath Maple Street Bridge, where an advanced rock climbing route climbs its way up a support column of the bridge. The route is the only known official, bridge climbing route in the Northwest, www.climbmaplebridge.com. The climbing route is temporarily closed until Spring 2017. A dog park is located just off the paved trail near Black Butte Boulevard, along with a community garden and disc golf course.

Central section

The central canyon — from Antler to Highland avenues — is more traditional, with a skatepark, tennis courts, pickleball courts, picnic pavilion, soccer and baseball fields and children’s play areas — including Hope Playground which you can learn more about later on in this guide. There are several parking areas.

Southern section

The south canyon is home to American Legion Community Park, with sports fields, an amphitheater, and a play area.