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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.

society & culture places & travel

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24:47

Our favorite winter hikes in the Portland area

Peak Northwest ·

2020/02/20

We discuss a few of our favorite winter options in and around Portland. We also shout out some Portland-area wildlife preserves that are worth a visit. Check out Jamie’s rundown of 10 wildlife preserves close to Portland. Watch a Peak Northwest video episode of Jim running the Wildwood Trail. Head over to the Hoyt Arboretum website to peruse its seasonal highlights. Watch Jim’s most recent Peak Northwest video episode, in which he goes climbing at Smith Rock State Park. See acast.com/privacy for

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26:57

Chasing waterfalls in Oregon’s Coast Range

Peak Northwest ·

2020/02/13

We head to the rainy Coast Range mountains to discover hidden waterfalls in the woods. See Jamie’s stories on Niagara Falls and Drift Creek Falls. Also check out our list of the 10 things to pack for a day hike in Oregon, and get some tips on rainy day hiking in our previous episode of the podcast. To find directions to some of the more remote waterfalls, as well other hikes around Oregon, head to OregonHikers.org. Follow Peak Northwest on Instagram at @PeakNorthwest. See acast.com/privacy for

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29:52

Why Bend shines in the wintertime

Peak Northwest ·

2020/02/06

Bend is a special place any time of year, but we’re particularly fond of Oregon’s high-desert hangout during the wintertime. Read Jamie’s 20 reasons to love Bend, and check out Michael Russell’s beer lover’s guide to central Oregon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:24

Playing in the snow: The...

Peak Northwest ·

2020/01/30

Downhill skiing is one popular way to experience the majesty of the mountains, come wintertime. But there are plenty of other options for those seeking a different kind of mountain experience. This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we discuss snowy activities that don’t involve buying a lift ticket or spending time at a ski resort. Check out this guide to Oregon Sno-Parks, read Jamie’s story about his first-ever snowshoeing trip and peruse our guide to Mount Hood in the winter. Watch the latest

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26:23

How yurts helped save Oregon parks

Peak Northwest ·

2020/01/23

This week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast dives into the surprising history of yurts in Oregon — and why campers went nuts for them. Jamie and Jim are joined by Craig Tutor, the former state parks manager who first put yurts into parks back in the early 1990s. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:08

Finding the best fish, chips and chowder on the...

Peak Northwest ·

2020/01/16

The Oregon coast’s signature cuisine can be summarized in four words: fish, chips and chowder. We sit down with Michael Russell, the Oregonian/OregonLive’s restaurant reporter and critic, to discuss where to find the coast’s finest. Check out Jamie’s 10 favorite fish and chips spots on the Oregon coast. Read Michael’s rundown of where to eat on the North Oregon Coast. Peruse Jamie’s guide to the chowder belt of the Oregon coast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more

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25:49

Learn to embrace the rainy day hike

Peak Northwest ·

2020/01/09

One of the best ways to get through Oregon’s rainy season is to embrace it. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we talk about the best places to go hiking in the rain, and the preparations you should take before striking off into the elements. Read Jamie’s list of the 12 best rainy day hikes around Oregon. Watch the latest Peak Northwest video to see Jim try out surfing on the Oregon coast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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32:55

How to plan your 2020 Northwest travels

Peak Northwest ·

2020/01/02

The new year has only just begun, but it’s already high time to start making your 2020 travel plans around the Pacific Northwest. On this week’s Peak Northwest podcast, we go over some helpful tips for booking campsites, hotels and fire lookouts around the region. We also offer up some ideas for trips around Oregon and beyond and dive into some of our own plans for the year ahead. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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31:35

Looking back on a year of adventure

Peak Northwest ·

2019/12/26

Jim and Jamie look back at their respective years of adventure and exploration. Amy Wang, The Oregonian/OregonLive’s newsletter editor and books columnist, talks about her year-long quest to visit 50 fun places. Reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh discusses his backpacking trip on the beautiful Rogue River Trail. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:16

Oregon hot springs beckon this winter

Peak Northwest ·

2019/12/19

There are natural hot springs all over Oregon and the greater Pacific Northwest, from rustic mountain springs to high desert resorts. We talk with reporter Molly Harbarger and hot spring aficionado Dana Halferty to talk about where to find hot springs, how to soak in them and why these warm water oases are so popular in the first place. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:22

Ski season preview

Peak Northwest ·

2019/12/12

This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we join The Oregonian/OregonLive's sports trending editor, Tim Brown, to discuss what skiers and snowboarders need to know before heading up to the mountain this season. (And before you take a trip to the mountain, note that the Dairy Queen restaurant we reference in the episode is in Rhododendron — not Zigzag, as we said.) Read Jim's ski season preview 13 places to eat and drink around Mount Hood See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out

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20:25

Hood River’s heralded beer scene

Peak Northwest ·

2019/12/05

Whether you’re looking for a funky farmhouse, barrel-aged Belgian or impeccable pub ale, Hood River’s breweries offer a pint for every palate. This week, Oregonian/OregonLive beer reporter Andre Meunier discusses the city's heralded beer scene. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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20:21

Adventures in the Alvord Desert

Peak Northwest ·

2019/11/28

This week on the Peak Northwest podcast, we’re talking all things Alvord Desert. The seasonally dry lakebed in the far southeastern corner of the state is known for its beautiful cracked playa, stunning scenery and the adventures it affords – from quiet exploring to jet-powered vehicles. Jamie dives into his recent trip to the playa, where he soaked in hot springs, caught a sunset and did some late-night stargazing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad

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22:06

Is Pendleton more than just a rodeo town?

Peak Northwest ·

2019/11/21

Everybody knows Pendleton for its rodeo, blankets and whiskey, but you’d be doing the eastern Oregon town a disservice by not checking out all the rest it has to offer. Don't miss Beth Nakamura's photos from the Pendleton Round-Up. Read Jayati Ramakrishnan's stories on navigating the Round-Up and encouraging Portlanders to check out the other side of Oregon. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:58

Stand-up whitewater paddleboarding on the lower...

Peak Northwest ·

2019/11/21

Welcome to Peak Northwest. This week on the podcast, we discuss Jim’s foray into whitewater stand-up paddleboarding, how whitewater SUPing first got on his radar and what it takes to stay upright on the river. Don't miss this video about the trip. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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2:49

Coming Soon: Peak Northwest

Peak Northwest ·

2019/11/07

Peak Northwest will take you to some of the most beautiful and interesting destinations in our region. Meet your guides, Jamie Hale and Jim Ryan. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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