6 perfect fall hiking spots close to Portland: Peak Northwest podcast

With apologies to summer, fall is a perfect season for hiking.

On this week's episode of Peak Northwest, we cover some of the very best fall hiking destinations close to Portland, which areconvenient outings for the ever-shortening days.

Covering Mount Hood, the Coast Range, the Columbia River Gorge and Portland proper, these hikes are great places to take in the crisp air, the changing leaves, and all the other sights and smells of autumn.

Here are some highlights from this week's show:

Why Silver Falls State Park is a no-brainer.

Two spots in Portland that are perfect for the season.

A walk to the tip of Sauvie Island has a fun surprise at the end.

The Columbia Gorge and Mount Hood come with an added seasonal benefit: fewer crowds.

Here's the full episode:

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