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Peak Northwest

The Oregonian/OregonLive

Hosts Jamie Hale and Chiara Profenna take you to some of the greatest destinations in Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.

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17:00

How to see the spectacular Perseid meteor shower

Peak Northwest ·

2023/08/10

A big cosmic show is coming this weekend, and conditions should be good to see it from Oregon. The annual Perseid meteor shower, one of the most reliably spectacular astronomical events of the year, will be peaking on Aug. 12 and 13, bringing beautiful streaking meteors to the night sky. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all about how, when and where to see the Perseids, and explain what exactly it is you’ll be looking at. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What are the

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34:35

Where to find the hardest hikes around Portland

Peak Northwest ·

2023/08/03

Looking to round out summer with a few good leg-burners? You’ve come to the right place. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into some of the toughest hiking trails around the Portland area, finding them at Mount Hood, the Columbia River Gorge and the Coast Range. These are not your average day hikes – they’re intense climbs meant only for the hardiest of hikers. We have all the details to help you settle on the best hike for you, from mileage and elevation gain to the necessary

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25:10

Revisiting Olympic National Park's trails, beaches,...

Peak Northwest ·

2023/07/27

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from July, 2021. This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss how to enjoy Olympic National Park: from the coastline to the forest, lodges to campgrounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:56

Revisiting what it's like to summit Mount St. Helens...

Peak Northwest ·

2023/07/20

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from September, 2022. The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens is considered the most destructive volcanic eruption in United States history. The explosion reduced the mountain’s elevation by about 1,370 feet. Today, hikers and mountaineers set off to the volcano for the day-long adventure to climb to the top. The reduced elevation makes the trek suitable for beginner mountaineers, too. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, co-host

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31:52

An epic road trip from Portland to Alaska

Peak Northwest ·

2023/07/13

There are tons of incredible road trips in the Pacific Northwest. You can loop the Olympic Peninsula, drive the length of the Oregon coast, cruise the Cascade Mountains or head out to the treasures of the high desert. A road trip to Alaska is on a whole other level. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest we talk with our colleague, photographer Dave Killen, who made the epic trip from Portland to Alaska with his partner and their two dogs in a vintage Volkswagen bus he rebuilt himself. The

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31:39

Our favorite Oregon trips of 2023 (so far)

Peak Northwest ·

2023/07/06

Between wildflower hikes, scenic bike rides, tree climbing and tide pooling, the first half of 2023 has been especially active for the Peak Northwest crew. On this week’s episode of the podcast, we run through our favorite trips from this year so far, crossing almost the entirety of Oregon, from the roaring ocean, over the mountains to the arid high desert. If you’re still looking for some spring or fall travel ideas around the Pacific Northwest, we have some excellent ideas for you. Here are some

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27:00

How to explore Oregon’s wild Owyhee Canyonlands

Peak Northwest ·

2023/06/29

If you want to get away and really get away, you might try escaping to Owyhee. Located along the Owyhee River on the far eastern side of Oregon, the Owyhee Canyonlands are a remote high desert getaway with places to hike, boat, fish and explore. Even the drive is incredible. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk all things Owyhee, giving a primer on exploring the far-flung destination. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: How exactly do you get to Owyhee? What can you do

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25:39

Tree climbing is the latest adventure at Silver Falls...

Peak Northwest ·

2023/06/22

Maybe you liked to climb trees as a kid, but this is a whole other level. A new company in Oregon is taking people high into the canopy of an old-growth forest, offering a new perspective and a thrilling adventure. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Leo Rosen-Fischer, founder of Tree Climbing at Silver Falls, which takes people hundreds of feet above the forest floor at Silver Falls State Park. The experience of climbing into the forest canopy, as Rosen-Fischer tells it, is like

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30:17

Soak in the idyllic beauty of Breitenbush Hot Springs

Peak Northwest ·

2023/06/15

Is there anything better than soaking in a hot spring, breathing in the cool mountain air? We don’t think so. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we gush about one of our favorite resorts in Oregon, a place where you can truly disconnect from the outside world. Whether you’re at Breitenbush Hot Springs for the day or staying a couple of nights, it’s a little slice of paradise that all but forces you into a state of relaxation. We have everything you need to know about the resort, and an

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26:36

See the alien beauty of Oregon’s John Day Fossil Beds

Peak Northwest ·

2023/06/08

If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to explore another planet, you don’t need to leave Earth to do it – or even Oregon. The John Day Fossil Beds of central Oregon are a strange natural attraction that seem out of this world. Between the glowing colors of the Painted Hills, the strange prehistoric fossils found underground and the blue badlands that emerge from the desert, this is a place like no other. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore all there is to see at the national

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36:41

My Epic Adventure: Jamie's first backpacking trip

Peak Northwest ·

2023/06/01

First-time backpackers often like to go on shorter, easier trips to break their packs in. It can helpful to go with friends who have a little experience, or pick spots that are closer to society just to be safe. A solo five-day trip into bear country is a bold foray into backpacking. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we continue our My Epic Adventure series with a tale from our own Jamie Hale, who recounts his very first backpacking trip on the Rogue River Trail in southern Oregon. With

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26:37

Biking Madras Mountain Views Scenic Bikeway

Peak Northwest ·

2023/05/25

With countless mountain peaks in view, rolling hills and one of the most breathtaking views of Cove Palisades State Park, it’s hard for cyclists to not love Madras Mountain Views Scenic Bikeway. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, Vickie chats with Jamie about her most recent bike trip to central Oregon, where she biked 29-mile loop to celebrate her birthday. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Vickie shares her thoughts on her first visit to central Oregon. Oregon is home to 17

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30:32

How to spend a weekend in Yachats

Peak Northwest ·

2023/05/18

Of all the beach towns on the beautiful stretch of Pacific coastline in Oregon, Yachats might well be the most charming. Located on the rocky shores of the central Oregon coast, Yachats features a small but bustling corridor of restaurants and small businesses, with forested trails, tide pools, beaches and towering sea cliffs found nearby. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, Jamie recounts a recent trip to Yachats, where a spring rainstorm forced some last-minute adjustments and allowed for a

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35:49

The joy of tide pooling on the Oregon coast

Peak Northwest ·

2023/05/11

Welcome to the weird, wonderful world of tide pooling. Both primal and alien, tide pools are chock full of interesting life, from tiny shore crabs to giant green anemones. Exploring these intertidal areas is a cherished pastime on the Oregon coast, but what do you need to know to get started? On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Jamie Kish, a marine biologist and tide pool ambassador based in Yachats, who not only offers some tide pooling tips, but dishes on her own love of these

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27:23

How to tour the wildflower corridor of the Columbia...

Peak Northwest ·

2023/05/04

Wildflowers are everywhere in the Columbia River Gorge, but one small stretch of the scenic area is more jam-packed with flowers than the rest. This wildflower corridor of the Columbia Gorge, located between Mosier and Lyle, is home to several beautiful recreation areas, where being among the blooms can be as easy as stepping out of your car, or as difficult as hiking up the side of a mountain. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dig into six incredible spots to see the flowers bloom,

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24:33

Try a vintage Airstream hotel on the north Oregon coast

Peak Northwest ·

2023/04/27

Imagine rolling out of your vintage Airstream trailer, walking across the road and reaching the sand, ready for a beautiful day at the beach. That fantasy can be a reality at Hart’s Camp Airstream Hotel at Pacific City on the north Oregon coast, the destination for this week’s episode of Peak Northwest. Located steps away from Cape Kiwanda – not to mention all the shops and restaurants in Pacific City – Hart’s Camp rents out several Airstream trailers, cottages and cabins beside its sister property,

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29:52

How to take a car-free trip to Mount Hood

Peak Northwest ·

2023/04/20

Love hanging out at Mount Hood, but hate driving up to the mountain? Do we have some good news for you. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Lizzy Acker, trending news reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, who recently wrote about the experience of travelling by bus to Oregon’s tallest mountain. The latest in Acker’s car-free travel series once again features her 3-year-old daughter, Nona, who joined along for snowy walks, skiing and snacking along the way. Taking the bus to Mt

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23:24

Little lakes are hiding in the Clatsop State Forest

Peak Northwest ·

2023/04/13

Forget everything that comes to mind when you think about “a day at the lake” – these spots aren’t it. That doesn’t mean the little lakes of the Clatsop State Forest, found on the north end of Oregon’s Coast Range, aren’t worth checking out. Despite lacking amenities and featuring little in the way of actual water, they nonetheless make interesting attractions for year-round hiking between Portland and the coast. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk about where and how to find spots

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28:26

My Epic Adventure: How to hike the Wildwood Trail in...

Peak Northwest ·

2023/04/06

Hiking the entirety of the Wildwood Trail is a classic Portland bucket list item, and something many people accomplish – just not in one day. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to two local hikers who took on the famous 30-mile trail in Forest Park, with tips and words of caution for anybody else who feels up to the challenge. The hikers, Rachel Dumont and Noelle Crombie, who is the enterprise reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, said the adventure was difficult, but incredibly

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27:38

Revisiting the artist behind the Circles in the Sand...

Peak Northwest ·

2023/03/30

Programming note: This is a rebroadcast of an excellent episode from July, 2021. Be sure to visit the Circles in the Sand Labyrinths this year. Denny Dyke’s elaborate sand drawings are a sight to behold. But to experience the labyrinths for yourself is an entirely different experience. Dyke has since 2011 been drawing the labyrinths into low-tide Oregon beaches, and his Circles in the Sand project really took off in 2015, when he started working on it full-time. This past year he’s seen more people

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