News and information for travel and hiking in winter in Oregon.
TRAIL TESTED 6 Mosquito Repellents to Help You Keep Your Sanity During Bug Season It’s that time of year. The mosquitos are out en masse, and they’re looking for blood. Last year, we just about lost our sh#t due to all the mosquitoes on the PCT in Oregon through most of July. They were so …
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Now is the time that many of us are looking at a big pile of gear that probably got put thru the ringer this summer. It likely includes sweaty, dirty baselayers, apparel and footwear, grimy sleeping gear, and weather- and sun-worn packs and tents. Before packing your gear away, take some time to give it …
Spring may be in the air, but winter is still in the mountains. This past season, the West Coast experienced record snowfall. Some regions in California’s Sierras and Oregon’s Siskiyous received up to 180% of their normal snow levels. Even now, many of Oregon’s mountain passes are still snowed in and receiving new snowfall. This signals …
PRO TIPS 5 Tips for Winter Hiking Every winter, there’s inevitably a handful of incidents that befall hikers and backcountry travelers. Unfortunately, Mother Nature is not always kind to winter hikers, so vigilance to safety is key when adventuring in snowy mountains. Typically, Oregon and Washington’s Cascade Mountains will remain under a blanket of winter white until mid-June, …
Summer may be nearing its end, but that doesn’t mean the Pacific Crest Trail shuts down for the season. With a little extra preparation, fall hiking on the PCT can be just as enjoyable as summer. Along with milder temps and less trail company, fall ushers in a whole different mood in many of Oregon’s …