Fresh fall snow is coating the high desert trails of eastern Oregon, and few are more beautiful than the Deschutes River Trail in Bend.

Found just southwest of town, the trail is nearly nine miles long, running along the river through the Deschutes National Forest. Along the way, hikers and mountain bikers can find several beautiful waterfalls and stretches of calm river that are perfect spots for kayaking.

On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we’ll talk all about the Deschutes River Trail, with details on where, how and when to check it out.

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

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-- Jamie Hale and Vickie Connor

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