Late Fall/Winter runs in the NorthWest

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Marlowe Fenne

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As snow begins to cover and close some of our favorites overland routes, I’m wondering where to go for the next several months.

Today I snuck in a late season run up Cooper Mountain, but the shady (north) side of the ridge was pretty dicey.

It was worth it - views above the clouds were awesome!

So where do you like to play in winter?

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So glad I found this Thread. Grew up in the woods in Mississippi and have been in Oregon for the past 10 years but have not strayed too far off the beaten path. Looking to change that and this winter is as good of a time as any.
 

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Looks like a few folks got out this weekend snow-wheeling and posted it on our local NW Facebook page. Great to see this shared info, and definitely inspiring me to head out soon!
 

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Up near Concrete, WA there is a hot spring (Baker Hot Springs). I went up with my family on Thursday and there was quite a bit of snow. The different forest roads around there go rather high into the mountains. We ended up not getting into the spring, but we definitely will go back.


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Usually as far as the snow will let me travel ( way more limited now with the subie ) . Roads that are a almost boring drive in the summer can become a challenge and open up views not seen most the year due to trees and bushes . There is just something special and extra beautiful when everything is covered in a blanket of snow and all the normal sounds of the world are muffled to near silence.
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Snow is also a great way to chill some wine to enjoy with your lady . Find ways to make outings about her and you'll have way better trips .hdr_00441_2.jpg
 

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Up near Concrete, WA there is a hot spring (Baker Hot Springs). I went up with my family on Thursday and there was quite a bit of snow. The different forest roads around there go rather high into the mountains. We ended up not getting into the spring, but we definitely will go back.


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WOW- This looks great - thanks for sharing. I'll check it out! Enjoy the driving this week during the snowpocalypse :)
 

Marlowe Fenne

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Usually as far as the snow will let me travel ( way more limited now with the subie ) . Roads that are a almost boring drive in the summer can become a challenge and open up views not seen most the year due to trees and bushes . There is just something special and extra beautiful when everything is covered in a blanket of snow and all the normal sounds of the world are muffled to near silence.
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Snow is also a great way to chill some wine to enjoy with your lady . Find ways to make outings about her and you'll have way better trips .View attachment 85119
Good call - nice way to drink white wine in the winter. Thanks for sharing :)
 
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