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    T 3: the Tram
    Katrina W.

    Has your relationship with Portland hit a bit of a slump? Not sure how you feel about each other? Wondering if it's still for you? Sounds like you need a four-course therapy session with your city, and pronto! You can do it in any order or direction, but here's the most prescribed route: T 1: the Train. Get a $5 Day pass if you don't already have a TriMet pass, and hop on the MAX from the east side, or wherever takes you toward downtown. Head up to Washington Park. This is the super cool subway stop with the elevator up to the zoo. T 2: the Trail. It's a weird transition, but follow the signs, and once you locate the trailhead, you'll be on your way. It's around 4 miles of canyon hike on the Marquam Trail. Follow the 4T signs, and allow yourself about 3 hours. You'll make a mid-hike stop at the scenic Council Crest, apparently once the site of an old-timey amusement park. It's now a great place to stop for water and photos before the next switchback-filled leg of the hike. It's a moderate hike, so be ready for some steep stretches down and equally steep ascents. Take your time, but don't dally TOO long, because -- the only real time-sensitive part of the trip -- you'll need to get to OHSU before the Tram stops running at 5pm. Speaking of which... T 3: the Tram. Fun space pods! Free going downhill! You might need to ask someone for general directions toward the Tram, but at some point you'll see signs. There are restrooms right there in the hospital, and a nice patio with panoramic views of city and bridges and mountains. Important note: the Tram closes at 5pm (as noted above), and doesn't run on Sundays between September and May. T 4: the Trolley. Yeah, it's technically the Streetcar, but TTTS just isn't as poetic. You can grab a bite at the Gantry food pod, or just get yourself a well-deserved beverage at the Scout Beer Garden there at the base of the Tram before picking up the "Trolley" for your ride back to the beginning and completing your loop. You'll find plenty of opportunities to sidetrack along the way and smell the roses (literally, at Washington Park), play a piano, stroll through [insert Powell's / Pioneer Square / Saturday Market here], and take many pretty pictures. We added a bus ride and and underground tour (B-U-T4), plus a Benson Bubbler drinking challenge to make a very full day. So give it a try! Spice up that relationship with your city. If the 4T Loop doesn't make you fall in love with your city all over again, it sure as rain can't hurt.

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    Forest Park - Banana slug!

    Forest Park

    4.8(269 reviews)
    19.7 kmForest Park

    Beautiful hiking trails, perfect for walking your dog! Parking can be a little scary (but then…read moreagain, it is on Germantown road - what can you expect haha). However, there is usually room in the parking lot on Germantown or along the sides of the road. I love how large the walking path is. It's definitely easy to pass another walker, even if you both have dogs. The path is well-maintained, and it didn't have any large fallen branches or trash when I visited. It's a straightforward path, so you don't have to worry about accidentally taking a wrong turn and getting lost if you are new to hiking. Very beginner friendly! The forest itself is beautiful. So much greenery, little birds, and a wonderful sense of peacefulness. I would recommend visiting on a weekday if possible, as the parking lot and trail can get crowded on weekends.

    I love coming to Forest Park when visiting Portland! There are many trails to choose from, it's…read morewell maintained, and there's a lot of signage, making it fairly easy to navigate around. I've come here a handful of times and have done some easy walks, as well as the more strenuous trek all the way up to Pittock Mansion. The observation deck is always a favorite stop too since it's such a pretty area. The whole park is very lush and seems to stay that way no matter the time of year. Not sure if all of the trails are dog friendly, but we have brought a dog on some and see lots of them throughout the park.

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    Mount Tabor Park - Right path behind visitor center

    Mount Tabor Park

    4.6(283 reviews)
    10.2 kmMt. Tabor, Southeast Portland

    Mount Tabor Park was long, long , long on my list for places to visit in Portland. After a recent…read moretrip to Portland we timed it where we could go here one morning and enjoy the scenery. We were not disappointed in the slightest! Most of the park is up on a hill which if I recall correctly is an extinct volcano. The reservoirs are very cool to look at and walk around at. We went to three of them and I believe that is the total number that aren't decommissioned but there once was five reservoirs here but two are decommissioned. The reservoirs were once used for drinking water but now serve primarily as a scenic and historic feature which it most certainly is! There is all kinds of paths you can walk around in and even minor hikes of a urban sort if you want to look at it that way as if you want you can walk uphill for quite a while. If you roam around the park you can see beautiful views of downtown Portland which is very enjoyable to see. I definitely recommend visiting this park and it has the appeal where it will attract tourists and locals alike as it is just that kind of a special place!

    Mount Tabor Park Nature's Own Little Showstopper…read more Mount Tabor Park stands proudly in the heart of Portland, yet somehow feels like a secret escape tucked right under the city's nose. The moment you step onto the trails, you forget you're in a metropolis at all trees tower overhead like gentle giants, wind whispers through the branches, and everything smells like fresh air and freedom. On a busy day, this place absolutely fills up walkers, joggers, bikers, curious wanderers, and people who just came for the view but pretend they're "out exercising." The crowd doesn't ruin the vibe, though; it actually brings the park to life. Nature does the singing, and visitors add the harmony. The water reservoirs sit calmly along the hillside, shining like mirrors laid out to reflect the sky. They give the park this serene, cool presence as if the earth itself stopped to take a drink. And those little trails? They may not stretch for miles and miles, but they're perfect for exploring, stretching your legs, and clearing your head. Just enough adventure, just enough workout, and plenty of places to pause and think, "Dang, this is nice." And then you reach the top. The view of Portland is nothing short of jaw-dropping. A full, wide panorama of the city laid out beneath you. It's the kind of view that hits your brain like a reward like nature saying, "Congratulations, you made it. Enjoy the show." You're on a mountain smack in the middle of the city, yet you feel miles above it all. Million-dollar views in every direction, guaranteed. Riddle time: What mountain lets you see the whole city while barely breaking a sweat? Answer: Mount Tabor Park, of course. Whether you drive up, walk up, or roll up with your snacks ready, this place never disappoints. It's one of my all-time favorites a little oasis with a big personality, a peaceful escape with killer views, and an easy adventure anyone can enjoy. Mount Tabor Park is a must. Step in, look out, breathe deep, and let nature do its magic.

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    8/26/2023 - Original Practice Shakespeare presents Antonie & Cleopatra

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    Soapbox Derby Let's go #TeamMonkey

    Mount Tabor Park - At one of the reservoirs and enjoying the historic buildings with them!

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    At one of the reservoirs and enjoying the historic buildings with them!

    Woods Memorial Natural Area - Stairway trail

    Woods Memorial Natural Area

    4.6(13 reviews)
    16.6 kmSouthwest Portland

    Love that this little slice of greenery got its own designation. I got to sample a nice (but fairly…read moresmall) network of intertwined trails in this fairly small park (or, ah, natural area), none of them flat, which I totally appreciated for their winding character and shifting terrain. Most are moderate to easy single tracks through wooded areas, but there are some tricky spots, which can get sloppy after rains, but kudos to the volunteers who hacked these paths through a narrow and sometimes steep canyon. You'll get little sun, and lotsa shade, (and sorta sketchy parking), but the trails are decently maintained. Just be aware - they're not flat or paved.

    This park is integrated right into the neighborhood. There is no parking lot, but rather a couple…read moreof dead-end streets that turn into trails. The trails weave their way through the park, down to the creek, and back up to another entry dead end street. It's fairly charming with lots of native plants, wood bridges, and staircases. Looks like someone regularly makes flower art on a particular storm drain - cute. Signposts at trail intersections provide info, but there's no trail map which would be useful. Probably about 2 miles of trails total, some are steep uphill but otherwise it's fairly easy. Dogs allowed on leash. (I saw a number of owners who were not following this rule but didn't have any issues.)

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