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1. Eastbank Esplanade
Portland, OR 97214
Category:
Parks
Neighbourhoods: Central Eastside, Hosford-Abernathy
In Portland, there are a few essential walks that every resident and visitor should take to really see the city. Near the top of my personal list is the waterfront loop that I start by parking downtown, then cross over the Steel Bridge, heading south…More »
2. Springwater Corridor
Portland, OR 97214
Category:
Parks
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Ladd's Addition, Hosford-Abernathy
Simply lovely. Perfect for all ages. Start by the Sellwood Bridge and head north and watch Portland unfold before your eyes. It is like a Hallmark commercial - the trail is filled with athletes, couples in love, parents pushing strollers and older…More »
3. Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
Portland, OR 97253
(503) 771-8386
Category:
Parks
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Eastmoreland
Duck, duck, goose
Duck, duck, cormorant
Duck, duck, Great Blue Heron
Duck, duck, what kind of duck is that? [1]
Portland may be the Rose City, but the rhododendron has long been one of my favorites. This garden is filled with over 2,500 different…More »
4. Silver Falls State Park
Every time I visit I am reminded that:
(a) this is my favorite state park in Oregon (it is also the state's largest)
(b) it always takes longer than I expect to drive here
(c) Silverton and Mt. Angel are both adorable places to stop along the way and…More »
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5/15/2008
Spectacular. You know Multnomah Falls gets all the press (#1 tourist destination in Oregon, or… Read more »
5. Friends of Tryon Creek State Park
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 636-4398
Category:
Parks
Neighbourhood: Southwest Portland
Things you are almost always going to see at Tryon...
**People of all ages - families with strollers on the paved Trillium Trail, cub scout troops on nature walks, older folks with walking sticks, young families and lovers.
**As many dogs as people -…More »
6. Lan Su Chinese Garden
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 228-8131
Category:
Botanical Gardens
Neighbourhood: Old Town - Chinatown
The Chinese Classical Garden is perfect for two very different activities. Since the garden is laid out with many intersecting private (yet open) courtyards, buildings and bridges, it is an ideal place for: (1) a romantic date, or (2) hide and seek…More »
7. Portland to Coast Walk
Portland, OR 97214
Category:
Fitness & Instruction
Neighbourhoods: Central Eastside, Hosford-Abernathy
'The Mother of All Relays' which also claims to be the largest walk relay in the world. And guess what.... for about 2 miles of the 127 mile race, I was the leader (suck it Nike!!!)
This is one of Oregon's great events and it is held in tandem with…More »
8. Providence Bridge Pedal
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 281-9198
Categories:
Tours,
Active Life
Neighbourhoods: Northeast Portland, Irvington, Sabin
One of my favorite annual events in Portland. This year was even better than the last. First of all, the organizers do a great job of setting up the course and there are plenty of volunteers (including bike mechanics) every step of the way to cheer…More »
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8/10/2008 First to Review
One of my personal goals is to walk, run or bike across all of Portland's bridges and I've added a… Read more »
9. Jamison Square
I saw this park on a sunny Saturday and it was clearly one of the focal points of the Pearl District. Very cool tidal fountain with recirculating water that spills over the rocks and forms a shallow pool then drains. It was entertaining a ton of…More »
10. Memorial Park
This is a fantastic park. In fact, this past year they expanded the park and created a new area called Murase Plaza at the corner of Wilsonville Road and Memorial Drive. It connects the library and town center to the rest of Memorial Park down the…More »
11. Japanese American Historical Plaza
Portland, OR 97209
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Parks
Neighbourhood: Old Town - Chinatown
"... Why complain when it rains? This is what it means to be free."
We frequently go to the Portland Saturday Market and when heading north along the waterfront you come to the Japanese American Historical Plaza at Waterfront Park.
Haiku-engraved…More »
12. Next Adventure Paddle Sports Center
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 233-0706
Category:
Outdoor Gear
Neighbourhoods: Industrial District, Southeast Portland, Central Eastside, Buckman
I may be Type A in all sorts of ways, but I am a major procrastinator around the holidays. I just have way too much on my plate and tend to start holiday shopping really late. And in an effort to avoid the malls, I went to Next Adventure to load up…More »
13. Multnomah Falls
I would be a bad, bad Oregonian if I didn't give this place five stars, right? I get it... it is one of our state treasures. Woo-hoo! And yet, it is not my favorite outdoor wonderland in Oregon.
I do think everyone should visit at least once, but…More »
14. Mt. Tabor
Portland, OR 97253
Category:
Parks
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Mt. Tabor
I have cried in this park more than once. The first time out of sheer annoyance and frustration. The most recent reason was definitely tears of joy.
You see, I thought our family interests in history, engineering, puzzle solving and outdoor skills…More »
15. Tanner Springs Park
The urban planners of the Pearl District did a very interesting thing. They created two distinct parks, mere blocks apart, with very different feels. Jamison Square is a bustling community center. Well manicured, with defined spaces for different…More »
16. Town Center Park
This park blew me away the first time I went there a few years ago. I really miss the community pools I grew up with in N. California, but Oregon sure knows how to build water parks. My kids probably prefer the new water feature in the nearby Murase…More »
17. Peninsula Park
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 823-3620
Category:
Parks
Neighbourhoods: North Portland, Piedmont
The City of Roses. Everyone knows about the International Rose Test Garden. One of Portland's top visitor attractions with thousands of rose bushes and its classic view of the Portland skyline. But Peninsula Park with over 9,000 rose plantings is no…More »
18. Willamette Jetboat Excursions
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 231-1532
Categories:
Tours,
Boating,
Boat Charters
Neighbourhoods: Central Eastside, Hosford-Abernathy
This was one of the funnest things I've done in downtown Portland. And like so many things in life, the experience is greatly influenced by the company you keep.
In this case it was a company team-building activity so about 15 of us went on the jet…More »
19. Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe
Before we took the plunge and bought our own kayaks (yes plural) and canoe, we rented from Alder Creek. Back then the people that ran the store had the most beautiful Burmese Mountain dogs. Now this rental office is operated by Alder Creek, which…More »
20. Portland Marathon
A few observations and lessons learned from the 2007 Marathon...
**Shoes will make or break you. Get fitted by an expert (size up) and break 'em in.
**iPods are life savers. My marathon playlist helped me laugh, cry and curse my way through a long,…More »
21. Fields Bridge Park
Over the river and through the woods, to Fields Bridge Park I go....
This is West Linn's newest park and one of its most natural. Located on the banks of the Tualatin River, it has community gardens, a couple of baseball fields, a basketball court…More »
22. Elk Rock Garden
Sometimes when you go where you're not wanted, you feel a little naughty. Other times you just feel unwanted. I'll let you decide.
I'd heard about this "secret" garden years ago, but hadn't visited until yesterday as part of my "free activities" day…More »
23. Willamette Greenway Trail
Mind the gap.
As someone who regularly plays in and along the Willamette River, I should be raving all about the Willamette Greenway Trail. I'm kind of an 'Easy A' girl when it comes to parks and recreation. The problem is those pesky missing links.
…More »
24. Brown's Ferry Park
Pepperoni. That is the secret to good crawdading. And this park is our favorite spot. We used to live in the neighborhood until our recent move, so we could just walk down the hill, put a little pepperoni on a hook and reel them in (see photo).…More »
25. Mary S. Young Park
A mixed bag of blessings and curses in this park.
On the plus side, this is a great place to take your pet. While I enjoy hiking through other parks, especially Tryon, this is where I took my pet (before she became older with tender joints... awwww)…More »
Recently updated lists from Jen K.
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Family High Fives (56)Places where everyone in the family is happy to play, dine or (gasp!) learn in and around Portland. |
When Pigs Fly.... yep, you're in Wilsonville (20)Don't freak out because you've left Portland. Even this little 'burb has its charms. So if you're headed south, give it a try. |
I'm turning Japanese, I really think so! (8)If only I was so lucky. If I can't be in Tokyo (one of my favorite cities), these places at least make my absence more tolerable. |
Once a Nor Cal girl.... (23)Some places I've discovered or rediscovered when I go back to N. Cal. |
Ashland Favorites (33)The play (and the food) are the thing. How I love this place. Live theatre, the people, Lithia Park, the vibe... |
Service me (now) (12)OK, I'm really not that demanding. |
A Girl's Gotta Eat (and Drink)! (28)Some favorites in Portland |
Bend Rover, Bend Rover, Jen's Coming on Over! (54)My home away from home in Oregon. Favorites in Bend, Redmond, Sisters and beyond. |
Hey to the L-O (24)I can't hate on a burb with this much good stuff. |
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