Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Portland

Colin N. • August 19, 2017Trails are nice, fresh air is amazing, but drive out east to Vista House if you want an experience you'll never forget!

Paulina P. • May 3, 2018It includes a zoo, forestry museum, arboretum, children's museum, rose garden, Japanese garden, soccer field, picnic areas, playgrounds, public art and many acres of wild forest with miles of trails.

Jacob G. • September 6, 2014Beautiful park. It is a great place to workout and feel like your getting away from the city.

Brit • May 18, 2015Beautiful and fun park. Great for reading, picnics, or just passing through.

Jocelyn N. • February 11, 2013Parking is tight, so carpool if you can. GREAT trail for jogging strollers as well as kids / family walks. www.jocelynelson.com

James • November 2, 2011Really nice in Autumn when the leaves turn but great for picnics when it's warm as well.

myopic f. • June 24, 2012Awesome play structure at north end of park.

Tim I. • February 3, 2019Extensive hiking trails

Mark P. • April 18, 2015Love this place!! Great atmosphere here, everyone is friendly

Liz R. • March 18, 2014Kid playground is great for a wide age range of kids. Lots of fun stuff to do.

K.C. M. • September 8, 2017Beautiful, peaceful, expansive - this was an awesome afternoon spent, for sure.

Meike B. • June 23, 2015One of my favorite park in town! On a good day you can see up to 4 Mountains. It's a neat park and they also have a dog park. Make sure to take the time to do the 4T trail!

Dunja • August 13, 2018Gorgeous and relaxing, usually empty and great for reading / meditating / chilling. Duck ponds are cool & it’s pet friendly too! $5 entry fee

GNTLMN • February 19, 2014Right in downtown Portland. Miles and miles of lush green forest and trails for hiking or running. There are a number of entrances. http://www.forestparkconservancy.org

Colleen S. • August 9, 2015Peaceful and relaxing in the middle of the city.

Sara J. • June 29, 2017Can park here and hike all of the way up to Pittock Mansion, again great views. Pittock is also preserved as a museum - beautiful old home with interesting history.

Hob N. • July 27, 2016Large, neat walking area with a stunning view of Portland and Mt. Hood! Beautiful flowers too.

Stuart C. • July 10, 2015One of my favorite spots for the summer Movies in the Park. Great for people watching, never too crowded and plenty of shaded areas. There's a dog field at the peak of the hill and basketball courts.

Mark P. • April 12, 2015Awesome viewpoint to chill at!

Colleen S. • August 26, 2015Love the volleyball sand court and the space to spread out and relax nice community feel.

Paul L. • July 5, 2013Great views of the fireworks on July 4th. Awesome trails also.

Tricia S. • September 6, 2012By the waterfront at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, near the World Trade Center.

Sara J. • June 29, 2017Can park at Marquam and hike all of the way up to Council Crest for a great view of the city and Mt Hood.

Torita I. • May 18, 2015Hidden beaches up and down the river sides and islands.

D M. • August 8, 2011There's a water-park type thing here for the kids, and homeless.

Ashley C. • December 10, 2012Knowledgeable tour guide! Lots of info to hear, as well as beautiful architecture, trees and flowers to see. I could stay for hours! Stop in and get a bite to eat or some tea too!

Will • May 6, 2021ADA compliant playground is great for kids of all abilities. Cute turtle statues. Can get hot in the sun.

H. C. • August 19, 2016I'm not sure what makes this a "park" but I do love this block. Good fountain for cooling off in the summer and comes with its own Elephants for easy plaza snacks and drinks.

Liz S. • September 11, 2011Great swimming spot for the dog on a hot day.

Trina S. • June 3, 2014Great wooded area with short trail and an open area for the dogs to play.