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Oregon
Oregon Coast
Pacific Northwest
Portland
Astoria
Mount Hood
Mt. Hood
Cannon Beach
Hood To Coast
Columbia River Gorge
Outdoor Recreation
Depoe Bay
Hiking
Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs Resort
Seattle
Crater Lake National Park
Fish and Chips
Silver Falls State Park
Snowboarding
Dog Mountain

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

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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 and travel reporter who recently did an AMA (that’s Ask Me Anything) on the r/Oreg... more

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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 this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we dive into Sisters, a small to... more

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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 neighborhoods of Portland.

On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast,... more

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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 explore the central Oregon coast town, home to sweeping dunes, good food and all manne... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff VanderMeer
Author known for the Southern Reach trilogy
Author (Southern Reach)
Episode: Author Jeff VanderMeer, a new Oregonian, on walking, writing and why he loves Portland
Maria Velador Gonzales
Co-founder of AmigxPNW
AmigxPNW
Episode: Meet the sisters who launched a hiking group for BIPOC hikers
Diana Velador Gonzales
Co-founder of AmigxPNW
AmigxPNW
Episode: Meet the sisters who launched a hiking group for BIPOC hikers
Shelby Lynn
Foraging instructor with Wildwood
Wildwood Folk School
Episode: Free foraging walks are teaching people to harvest invasive species
Jess Liotta
Independent mushroom forager, guest instructor for Trackers Earth
Trackers Earth
Episode: Morel season is here: How to forage for the delicious mushrooms in Oregon
Mandy Yeahpau
freelance reporter and videographer
The Oregonian
Episode: What it’s like to raft a reawakened river in southern Oregon
Thespis D.Light
Portland-based drag artist (Evergreen Hosp)
Drag Me Outside creator
Episode: Hiking in heels: How Drag Me Outside became Portland’s newest hiking group
Efemmera Gendera
Portland-based drag artist (Fiona Skye)
Drag Me Outside co-creator
Episode: Hiking in heels: How Drag Me Outside became Portland’s newest hiking group
Samantha Swindler
Regular Peak Northwest guest, Oregonian reporter
The Oregonian / OregonLive
Episode: The weird, hidden attractions found in one of the Oregon coast’s coolest towns

Hosts

Jamie Hale
Host of Peak Northwest; outdoor expert and Oregonian/Oregon Live contributor
Chiara Profenna
Co-host focusing on travel and exploration; contributes local expertise and discussion leadership

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Informative; needs audio tech help

    I love the idea behind this podcast and have found the recommendations very helpful. But the audio needs an overhaul. You have to crank up the volume to hear it and the sound is a little muddy. And on the most recent episode, there was a distracting echo on the guest’s audio. For being part of the Oregonian, the technical quality is distractingly mediocre.

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    hotstuffahoy
    United States21 days ago
  • Camp food tip

    One of my favorite strategies for camp food is to bring meals/leftovers to reheat. They can be frozen to keep the cooler cold until the end of the weekend for a simple meal while preparing to leave the next morning. Warming leftovers is very easy and home-quality meals are typically a hit at the campsite.

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    South Eugene
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good show

    Two episodes in a row that once again, confirm the utter chaos that is the Portland Parks and Recreation system. Hoping people will be good humans and respect that other people want to book a site is not a realistic statement. Getting a reservation is pure wizardry. For 10 years I’ve been getting online at the exact moment the sites open up for booking and nothing is available. So now not only is it completely impossible to actually book a campsite in a reasonable amount of time, but it’s also g... more

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    whateverstupidyelp
    United States5 months ago
  • Like!

    I like want to like enjoy this podcast but like the use of “like” is like distracting. Like, in one sentence, “like “ was used like eight like times.

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    Marlojc
    United Statesa year ago
  • Please press guests to prepare

    Just listened to the Summer episode. Great idea. “Hidden gems” was deployed often, yet specifics were few. Guest recommends “get brunch, have a walk” or “walk PDX to find hidden gems” then names a place in their neighborhood as their “discovery”. Have a bit of experience guesting on podcasts and I would like to gently urge the hosts to ask their guests to prepare a bit, to come to the chat with some specific recommendations in mind (as the excellent hosts obvs do!). “Go to the coast, hike, eat s... more

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    R Christine
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate deep dives into Northwest destinations and practical planning tips.
Feedback ranges from praising chemistry and trip ideas to critiques about audio production quality and guest prep.
Audience values credible local perspectives and diverse topic coverage, including history, culture, and quirky Northwest features.

Chart Rankings

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Talking Points

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Author Jeff VanderMeer, a new Oregonian, on walking, writing and why he loves Portland
Q: What is another recommended walk for listeners?
He describes an extended Southeast route starting at Errol Heights Park, following the Springwater Trail and Selwood corridors to Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, Crystal Springs Rotodendron Garden, and Reed College Wetlands Loop, offering a balance of wilderness feel and urban accessibility.
Author Jeff VanderMeer, a new Oregonian, on walking, writing and why he loves Portland
Q: What goes into a good walk, in your view?
He emphasizes a networked approach of linking parks, ensuring conveniences like bathrooms and water, and the joy of exploring neighborhoods via foot, with caution about weather and heat, which shape the quality and mood of the walk.
Author Jeff VanderMeer, a new Oregonian, on walking, writing and why he loves Portland
Q: When did you move to Portland and what were your first impressions of the city?
He moved officially in January of the year, having already settled the lay of the city's walkability and top-tier parks; he was impressed by the abundance of walkable routes, trees, and the interconnected park system that makes long urban hikes accessible.
Morel season is here: How to forage for the delicious mushrooms in Oregon
Q: What should a beginner do to safely identify and collect morels without harming the ecosystem?
Harvesters should only collect where allowed, avoid private property or protected watersheds, and either cut or gently twist mushrooms while leaving the base to minimize soil disturbance. If uncertain, leave the specimen behind and consult multiple sources or an expert to verify, ensuring you don't remove fragile mushrooms that haven't released spores yet.
Morel season is here: How to forage for the delicious mushrooms in Oregon
Q: Where do you send foragers who don't have a secret spot, and how should they begin looking for morels?
Listeners should start by focusing on dry ground areas in late spring to early summer; look at eastern-facing slopes near Mount Hood and the Cascades, with crumbly, dusty soils and some ground vegetation like wildflowers to indicate soil warmth and moisture. If they don't have a known spot, pay attention to areas with pines, true fir, oaks, and madrones, and watch for microclimates where ground temperatures rise and mushrooms begin to appear.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Peak Northwest

What is Peak Northwest about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A Pacific Northwest focused show that takes listeners to top outdoor destinations and regional destinations across Oregon, pairing practical planning tips with immersive storytelling. Episodes routinely blend trail prep, logistics, and safety with vivid field notes, local history, and cultural angles, often featuring guests such as reporters, researchers, activists, and educators who illuminate place-based experiences. A notable thread is the show's willingness to experiment—ranging from drag-and-outdoor crossover discussions to in-depth food, maple syrup, and park-history episodes—creating a diverse, community-oriented exploration of the region. This mix makes it useful for listeners who want actionable ideas for trips alongside richer con... more

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1. Explore Oregon Podcast: The state's most beautiful places and biggest issues
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3. Think Out Loud
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1. Jeff VanderMeer
2. Maria Velador Gonzales
3. Diana Velador Gonzales
4. Shelby Lynn
5. Jess Liotta
6. Mandy Yeahpau
7. Thespis D.Light
8. Efemmera Gendera

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