Peak Northwest

How do these 3 filmed-in-Oregon classic movies hold up?

You don’t need to hike the Oregon Film Trail to know that there are a lot of great movies made in Oregon. But how do some of the classics hold up? On this week’s episode

Summer’s almost over. Here are the best places to get in one last picnic by the water

The temperatures are falling and clouds are on the horizon — summer is nearly at a close. If you’re still itching for a last-minute summer excursion, you would do well t

How a Girl Scout camp on the Oregon coast connected 3 generations of women

Summer camp can be a special experience for anyone, but there’s something extra special about Camp Cleawox. On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we talk

The secrets to making a delicious, stress-free camp cookout meal

Anyone who has struggled with a camp-cooked meal knows the stress of making meals in the great outdoors. Rashad Frazier is here to tell you that it doesn’t need to be so

Oregon river floating guide: Where to tube near Portland

When the Pacific Northwest heats up, there’s no better way to cool off than drifting down a river on an inner tube, kayak or raft. On this week’s episode of the Peak Nor

This 80-mile stretch of river has some of the most beautiful beaches in the Northwest

Many locals already know one of the open secrets in the Pacific Northwest: some of the best beach spots are found not on the coast, but along the rivers. On this week’s

Banff and beyond: Why Canada’s mountains are a perfect place for the trip of a lifetime

When a group of childhood friends looked for a destination to take a trip of a lifetime, they landed on one of the most awesome regions of the Pacific Northwest. On this

This deep-cuts bucket list will take you to Oregon's hidden natural treasures

People often assume that outdoors and travel reporter Jamie Hale has been everywhere in Oregon, but even he has a bucket list of places he hasn’t seen. On this week’s ep

These dark, mysterious lava tubes are a perfect Pacific Northwest adventure

If you’ve ever wondered what lies beneath your feet as you hike around our local volcanoes, this is the place for you. This week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast

Reddit asked our Oregon travel reporter anything. Here’s what he said

What do you want to know about traveling through Oregon? Reddit users had the chance to ask their burning questions of Jamie Hale, The Oregonian/OregonLive’s outdoors an

Sisters is calling: Everything to do, see and eat in the central Oregon destination

One of central Oregon’s best tourist destinations has it all: good food, great views and easy access to outdoor recreation. And no, we’re not talking about Bend. On thi

Author Jeff VanderMeer, a new Oregonian, on walking, writing and why he loves Portland

Author Jeff VanderMeer, best known for the creepy alien nature at the heart of his Southern Reach series, is suddenly engrossed in a different landscape completely: the n

How to plan a perfect summer trip around this gem of the Oregon coast

If you’re looking for a perfect, low-key summer getaway, look no further than Florence — Oregon, that is. On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we explor

What I learned on my very first camping trip in Oregon

While many Oregonians practically grow up at campgrounds, there are plenty of adults who have never enjoyed a night sleeping under the stars. On this week’s episode of t

Meet the sisters who launched a hiking group for BIPOC hikers

Outdoor recreation hasn’t always felt accessible or inviting to everyone. On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we explore AmigxPNW, a group dedicated to

Free foraging walks are teaching people to harvest invasive species

If you’ve ever been curious about foraging in the wild, or felt intimidated by where to start, this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast is for you. Foraging can

What you need to know before hiking Dog Mountain, the iconic wildflower destination

With spring now fully sprung, and the wildflowers out in full force, it’s time for the annual pilgrimage to Dog Mountain. On this episode of the Peak Northwest podcast,

Morel season is here: How to forage for the delicious mushrooms in Oregon

Spring mushroom foragers in Oregon are already coming back from the forests with their bounty: baskets full of beautiful, delicious morels. On this week’s episode of the

Is this Columbia River Gorge park cursed?

Most recreation areas in the Columbia River Gorge are well-loved, seeing throngs of visitors every spring and summer to enjoy a beautiful day in one of the Pacific Northw

What it’s like to raft a reawakened river in southern Oregon

Mandy Yeahpau has done a lot of whitewater rafting in Oregon, but she never thought she’d get the chance to run the Klamath River. That changed in 2024, when the river’