Little lakes of Clatstop State Forest A misty winter morning at Lost Lake in the Clatsop State Forest, found in the north Oregon Coast Range. (Jamie Hale/Jamie Hale/The Oregonian)
Oregon is home to countless lakes, rivers and streams that offer opportunities to fish, explore and connect with nature. But some of the best outdoor escapes can be found closer to home than you might expect, from a tucked-away lake in the Coast Range to a familiar river teeming with wildlife.
On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we’re exploring Oregon’s waterways and the outdoor adventures they offer.
I’m joined by my coworker Tim Brown, a high school sports reporter for The Oregonian/OregonLive, to talk about fly fishing at Lost Lake in the Coast Range, his recent obsession with the Tualatin River and what keeps bringing him back to the water.
Here are some highlights from this week’s show:
What makes Lost Lake a hidden gem for fly fishing.What makes the Tualatin River worth exploring, from its fishing opportunities to the surprising wildlife encounters along its banks.What beginners should know about getting into fly fishing and exploring Oregon’s lakes and rivers.
Here’s the full episode:
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