One of the best ways to get through Oregon’s rainy season is to embrace it.
For hikers, that means getting out on the trail when it’s wet. 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.
To some, rain might feel like a nuisance, but it’s a crucial part of our Pacific Northwest ecosystem. To see a forest in the rain is to see it in its proper element.
Here are some highlights:
- What are the best places to go hiking in Oregon when it’s raining?
- Jamie talks about his go-to spot close to Portland.
- Rainy day hiking on the Oregon coast can provide a particularly powerful experience.
- What do you need to wear for a hike in the rain?
- How do you stay safe on the trail?
- Why should people go hiking in the rain in the first place?
- Jim talks about preparing for rain when you’re expecting sun.
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.
Here’s the full episode.
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-- Jim Ryan and Jamie Hale