Oregon hikers warned after 3-foot rattlesnake silently slithers by Smith Rock trail
A Northern Pacific rattlesnake encounter on July 8 near the Canyon Trail at Smith Rock State Park highlights the increasing overlap between recreational hiking and venomous wildlife habitats. According to the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW), these snakes are adapted to dry, rocky landscapes, and bites typically occur when hikers accidentally get too … Read more