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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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34:04

What you can discover in the 5 smallest cities in Oregon

Peak Northwest ·

2025/09/11

You’ve probably traveled through some small cities in Oregon, but it’s unlikely you’ve been to cities this small.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we head to the five smallest cities in the state, places that barely have a population or main street to speak of. That’s not to say there’s nothing to see there. Samantha Swindler, features reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive took a road trip out to all five tiny cities, talking to locals and learning everything she could about these

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36:42

What to do when your parents come to visit you in...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/09/04

It’s an age-old question for anyone who’s flown the nest: What are you going to do when your parents come to town?On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we go over one family’s perfect itinerary for showing off Oregon, from coastal landscapes to incredible Portland restaurants. While adventures will be different for every family, the intention is typically the same: finding a way to balance your desire to show your parents the places you love, with the need to cater to their own needs and

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27:39

This group is making whitewater paddling more accessible

Peak Northwest ·

2025/08/28

Whitewater paddling is everyone’s cup of tea, but some people feel like they don’t even have the chance to try.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to the leaders of nonprofit organization Diversify Whitewater, who talk about the barriers that some paddlers face, and how the organization is helping serve those underserved communities. While Diversify Whitewater is not based in the Pacific Northwest, it has been bringing its Kayak Progression program, in which people gradually gain

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37:53

What it takes to train for Hood to Coast, Oregon’s...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/08/21

At 196 miles over two days, from the top of Mount Hood to the sand at the Oregon Coast, there’s a reason they call it the “mother of all relays.”On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we look at what it takes to tackle the Hood to Coast Relay, Oregon’s biggest annual footrace, which is returning this weekend. Cristian Vargas, founder of Juntos PDX and Caminando Running Club, joined the podcast to talk about training his team for the big relay race. Co-host Chiara Profenna, who will be running

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30:26

Why the tiny town of Neskowin is an Oregon coast gem

Peak Northwest ·

2025/08/14

If cute cottages and ghostly tree stumps are your idea of a good time, you’ll want to plan your next Oregon coast vacation for Neskowin.The tiny town on the north Oregon coast is known for its quiet, residential feel, with no small shops and few restaurants to speak of. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we get into everything you need to know to visit. The major attractions in Neskowin are both wild: the Ghost Forest, which is a collection of ancient, submerged stumps that emerge at low

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28:55

This 216-mile race through central Oregon is one wild...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/08/07

Even if you consider yourself a runner, you probably aren’t prepared for a run quite like this. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into the Cascade Lakes Relay, a 216-mile race across the landscape of central Oregon that can get a little wilder and weirder than your average footrace. Similar to Oregon’s famed Hood to Coast Relay, the Cascade Lakes Relay involves teams of runners who collectively tackle the length of the course over the course of two days. That means late-night

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28:40

6 best hikes in Mt. Hood's Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness

Peak Northwest ·

2025/07/31

Oregon is renowned for its wilderness areas, found in high desert landscapes and around towering volcanoes, but you don’t need to go far from the state’s largest city to get there.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness of the Mt. Hood National Forest, found just 50 miles east of Portland. This wilderness area has rushing rivers, dense evergreen forests dripping with moss and great views of the tallest mountain in Oregon. It’s a perfect destination

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32:03

The 4T trail: Is this the best urban adventure in...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/07/24

Portland has a lot of great places to see and things to do, but there’s nothing quite like this.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we take a trip along the 4T Trail, a roughly 9-mile loop that takes combines public transit with hiking trails, taking visitors on an epic tour of Southwest Portland. The 4T Trail covers a lot of ground, from the Willamette River way up to Council Crest, over to Washington Park and down to downtown. The four T’s stand for the four modes of transportation used

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38:08

Can you survive the PNW Survival Games?

Peak Northwest ·

2025/07/17

Surviving in the wilderness isn’t a game, but learning the skills necessary to do it can still be plenty of fun. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, Tony Peniche, creator of the PNW Survival Games, talks about his attempts to turn some basic survival skills into big entertainment. Peniche’s games take hardcore survivalists and inexperienced people through skills like building shelter, making fire and putting together a raft, seeing who can execute at the highest level. An annual

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25:25

This Mt. Hood adventure park comes alive every summer

Peak Northwest ·

2025/07/10

When the snow melts and the alpine flowers begin to bloom, it’s time for the folks at Mt. Hood Skibowl to start taking out all their toys.With racecars, ziplines and the beloved alpine slide, there’s a lot that goes into transforming the snowy ski area into a summer adventure park. That’s not to mention the hiking trails that emerge from the snowmelt and the skilift that gets rebranded to the “sky chair” for the season. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, Mike Quinn, vice president and

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28:02

Take on this 105-mile bike ride from Portland to the...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/07/03

There is no shortage of beautiful bike rides in Oregon, but the Reach the Beach cycling event is a truly remarkable experience.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Vickie Connor, a visual journalist with The Oregonian/OregonLive, about her experience on this epic bike ride. Reach the Beach is a 105-mile ride from Sauvie Island to the Oregon coast, running through the scenic Clatsop State Forest. A fundraise for the American Lung Association, the ride is done in teams that are

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39:46

How to make the most of an Oregon summer

Peak Northwest ·

2025/06/26

Summertime in Oregon is magical. But between the coastal beaches, the ice cream shops, the wine country getaways and the mountain views, how is anybody supposed to see it all?On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we discuss a few of the best ways to make the most of an Oregon summer, from one of the best Mt. Hood hikes to some of the best cities to explore on foot. No matter how you approach it, the important thing is to release the expectation of doing it all. Even the most ambitious summer

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34:40

How to travel from Portland to the Oregon coast by boat

Peak Northwest ·

2025/06/19

You’ve probably driven from Portland to Astoria. Maybe you’ve even taken the bus. But have you ever traveled between the two cities by boat?On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk about the twice-a-year travel experience that’s taking people down the Columbia River, providing a very different way to travel to the north Oregon coast. Lizzy Acker, who reported on the Astoria cruise earlier this spring, joins the podcast to talk about her experience, and some options for those who want to

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32:13

The best swim spots around Portland for this summer

Peak Northwest ·

2025/06/12

On hot summer days, Portlanders flock to the water – thankfully there’s a lot of that here.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we discuss the many, many swim spot options in and around the city, for people who are looking to dip their toes or take a dip in a cooling river or lake. Joining us to discuss swim spots is local swimmer Hadley Brooks, who for the last several years has embarked on a personal “summer of swimming” project, in which she has found a different place to swim each week

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40:09

Where to find the hidden waterfalls of southern Oregon

Peak Northwest ·

2025/06/05

Oregon is famous for its waterfalls, but not all are so easy to find. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we explore a hidden waterfall corridor along the North Umpqua River in the southern Cascade Mountains, ranking the best plunges and falls in the region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:54

We took a baby day trip to the north Oregon coast –...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/05/29

Sometimes all you need is a quick trip to the ocean.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we take a baby day trip to the north Oregon coast – with an actual baby in tow. With stops in Cannon Beach, Manzanita and Nehalem, we find out what it’s like to explore the coast, from fish and chips shops to the sandy beach, with an infant along for the ride. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Start the day at one of the best bakeries on the north coast. Baby’s first visit to the

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33:57

7 of the very best hotels on the Oregon coast

Peak Northwest ·

2025/05/22

There are a lot of places to stay the night on the Oregon coast, but some spots are just special.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we dive into our recent list of the best hotels on the Oregon coast, highlighting seven that are especially noteworthy. These places include affordable stays right off the highway, luxury destinations on the sand and unique spots with funky decor. Bookmark these hotels for your next Oregon coast vacation. Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

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32:05

Why this central Oregon observatory is a great place...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/05/15

There are a lot of places to find dark skies in Oregon, but relatively few that are set up to let you gaze deeply into the cosmos.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk to Paul Poncy, observatory manager at the Sunriver Nature Center and Observatory in central Oregon, which is one of the state’s best places to go stargazing. Aside from the dark skies, the observatory also has several telescopes and good educational programming, all found in the vacation town of Sunriver, just south of

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26:52

The new tunnel in the Columbia Gorge that you have to...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/05/08

It’s not every day that you get a brand new attraction in the Columbia River Gorge.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we head out to the new Mitchell Point Tunnel, open to pedestrians and cyclists only, found on the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail west of Hood River. The 665-foot tunnel, which features rock windows that open to spectacular views of the Columbia Gorge, is one of the most impressive human-made attractions in the Columbia Gorge. It will be a major part of the

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33:26

Where to find the best wildflower hikes in the...

Peak Northwest ·

2025/05/01

Wildflower season is here! The only question is where you’re going to go hiking to see them.On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we cover all the best wildflower hikes in the Columbia River Gorge, which is easily the most colorful spot to get outside this time of year. From famous trails like Dog Mountain and the Tom McCall Preserve, to farther-flung destinations like Dalles Mountain Ranch and the Lyle Cherry Orchard, there is no shortage of options here. Pick one (or three!) and get a

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