Episodios

  • Where to find the hidden waterfalls of southern Oregon

    Where to find the hidden waterfalls of southern Oregon
    Jun 5 2025
    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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  • We took a baby day trip to the north Oregon coast – with a baby

    We took a baby day trip to the north Oregon coast – with a baby
    May 29 2025
    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 ocean was full of new experiences. A search for great fish and chips led us to a new favorite. Some of the best little shops around this stretch of the coast. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • 7 of the very best hotels on the Oregon coast

    7 of the very best hotels on the Oregon coast
    May 22 2025
    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: A pair of hotels in Astoria show the wide variety of lodging options in the city. Why the Stephanie Inn has won so many accolades. Is there anything better than a private hot tub on a balcony overlooking the ocean? The best place to cosplay as a lighthouse keeper. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Why this central Oregon observatory is a great place to look into the stars

    Why this central Oregon observatory is a great place to look into the stars
    May 15 2025
    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 Bend. It’s a good destination for anyone interested in space, or an add-on activity for those in the area. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Protecting dark skies is important for the people, plants and animals of central Oregon. How astrotourism has brought more people to Sunriver. What can visitors see through the observatory’s telescopes? What’s the deal with Sunriver’s defunct dark sky designation? Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 m
  • The new tunnel in the Columbia Gorge that you have to go see for yourself

    The new tunnel in the Columbia Gorge that you have to go see for yourself
    May 8 2025
    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 73-mile bike trail when that project is finally completed. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: What is the Mitchell Point tunnel? The tunnel is a recreation of a historic tunnel by the same name. How does this fit in to the larger Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail? How to get to the tunnel, and what else to do while you’re there. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Where to find the best wildflower hikes in the Columbia River Gorge

    Where to find the best wildflower hikes in the Columbia River Gorge
    May 1 2025
    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 fresh burst of color into your life. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: Why Dog Mountain is everybody’s go-to wildflower hike. What is the “wildflower corridor” and what can you see there? The Dalles Mountain Ranch is out there, but the drive might be worth it. Some of the best local wildflower hikes outside of the Columbia Gorge. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • How to do a spring trip to Mt. Bachelor and Bend

    How to do a spring trip to Mt. Bachelor and Bend
    Apr 24 2025
    Not everyone appreciates a ski trip in spring, but those who visit central Oregon in the shoulder season might find a newfound fondness for the region. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we take a quick trip to Bend, with a stop for some spring skiing at Mt. Bachelor and a night in Sunriver. From the snowy slopes of the popular mountain to the brewpubs and bike trails around Bend, there’s a lot to do an enjoy on a trip to the region. Here’s how to make the most of an overnighter in the area. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: How are the conditions on Mt. Bachelor in the spring? Exploring the streets and sites of Bend. What is there to do in Sunriver? A lot, as it turns out. There’s far more to do around the area. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Here’s why Warm Springs is a great overnight destination

    Here’s why Warm Springs is a great overnight destination
    Apr 17 2025
    There are plenty of incredible overnight destinations in Oregon, but what about Warm Springs? Home of the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs, the reservation has not only beautiful rolling high desert hills, but also the immensely popular Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort and the Museum at Warm Springs. On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we outline a brief itinerary for a great overnighter to the central Oregon destination. Here are some highlights from this week’s show: A beautiful Oregon state park is worth taking the longer route to Warm Springs. What you’ll find at the Museum at Warm Springs. What it’s like to stay in a tipi at Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort. How to find a moment of relaxation at the busy Kah-Nee-Ta pools. Subscribe to Peak Northwest on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 m
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