Why we absolutely cannot wait for fall in the Pacific Northwest

You don’t need to wait for the leaves to change to start getting excited about fall in Oregon. But with cooler weather, cozy weekends and some of the best events of the year just around the corner, we’re more than ready for the season.

On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we’re talking all things fall, from the best reasons to love the season to some of our favorite ways to enjoy it around Oregon.

We’re getting into the cozy side of fall, including soup season, warm baked goods and hot tea, as well as some of the state’s best fall traditions and destinations.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

Why fall might just be Oregon’s best season.

Our favorite fall events, from Oktoberfest to Halloweentown.

Where to go hiking for changing leaves and where to find some of the best fall scenery.

What’s on our personal fall bucket lists, from the Hood River Fruit Loop to mushroom foraging.

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