PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The agency tasked with preserving one of the Pacific Northwest’s most famed scenic areas was left out of Washington’s upcoming budget. The Columbia River Gorge Commission was ...

In this video, we explore one of Oregon’s most jaw-dropping regions packed with towering waterfalls, epic viewpoints, mossy trails, and quirky stops you won’t want to miss. From iconic spots like ...

When Lonely Planet names a destination among the world’s best, travelers want to know exactly how to experience it. Fortunately, the Peak Northwest podcast delivers an insider’s guide to visiting ...

Hiking in the Columbia River Gorge is similar to hiking in Central Oregon: So many options exist, it is hard to know where to begin. I find it’s best to rely on the locals. On a recent visit to see my ...

With just days before the end of Washington state’s legislative session, officials with the commission that oversees land-use planning in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area are cautiously ...

There's a reason people call the Pacific Northwest a wonderland. Embraced by majestic mountains, mighty rivers, and lush forests, the beloved region is brimming with scenic beauty and outdoor ...

The Columbia River Gorge has no shortage of natural wonders, but its newest attraction stands out for being human-made yet stunningly integrated with the landscape. In a recent episode of the Peak ...

VANCOUVER, Wash. – The Burdoin Fire burning between Bingen, Washington, and Lyle, Oregon, in the Columbia River Gorge was 54% contained as of Monday morning, according to officials. State Route 14, ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Winter weather is expected to hit parts of the Columbia River Gorge early Thursday morning. The latest round of wet weather brings an icing threat to parts of the Gorge as ...