# @theoregonian on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DQFleipklu-
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/35959518-theoregonian-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-10-22T00:00:12.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The Oregonian (@theoregonian) — https://gondola.cc/theoregonian

## Caption

There’s a lot to love about the southeast corner of Oregon – if you’re willing to drive.

On this week’s episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, we follow vickieconnor, a visual journalist for The Oregonian, as she explores this far-flung region of the state.

Connor discovered a ton of southeast Oregon’s greatest treasures, from a towering fire lookout to hidden desert hot springs, and even spied some of the region’s famously reclusive wildlife. 

Here are some highlights from this week’s show:

• Why the Drake Peak Fire Lookout was stunningly beautiful – and a little creepy.
• No, it’s not an oasis: these roadside milkshakes are worth a stop.
• What to do in the Alvord Desert, one of Oregon’s most spectacular landscapes.
• Soaking at the Alvord Hot Springs is all about timing.

🔈Listen to the full episode of Peak Northwest by clicking the link in our bio. Or, search for Peak Northwest wherever you listen to podcasts. 

#peaknorthwest #alvorddesert #oregon

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