Love this park! It has a wonderful and huge off leash area for dogs, but don't like that it's…read moreunfenced. There are spectacular views though no matter which direction you look. The summit is a neat place to hangout and there are a number of connecting trails around the park. Pack a picnic and spend some time here just enjoying the views. It's lovely!

Perfect park to relax and enjoy a picnic. There's plenty of open space with big shady trees that…read moremake it comfortable even on a hot day. The overlook is a highlight, with sweeping views of the city below.

We don't get out to Laurelhurst as often as we should; it's one of the best inner city parks that…read morewe have, for myriad reasons: spacious, shaded, plenty of picnic space and open greenway, trails, special events all year round (our favorites being the Water Lantern Festival and Movies in the Park), an off-leash dog area, duck pond, sports courts and fields, and likely a lot more things of which I am aware. It's also seems, to me at least, to be one of only a handful of Portland's "living room" spaces: large enough, and conveniently central enough, to draw in folks from all over the metro area, for any of the reasons mentioned above. It's quite, serene, welcoming...nostalgic, even. A great place to commingle, or isolate, whatever your preference. Portland is blessed with a lot of urban green spaces, but few outside of Forest Park (the G.O.A.T.) can rival the majesty, modesty, and utility of Laurelhurst. It's the sort of place that can make you fall in love with your city all over again.

The Portland Water Lantern Festival was a great outing, especially for father's day! There were…read moregreat food vendors options and overall it was a peaceful, relaxing evening. Set intentions and let the lanterns go!

One of the best dog parts I've ever been to. It's a good 30 minute drive but definitely worth it…read more There are trails that lead in multiple directions so it is easy to get lost unless you have a map on your phone. However, a lot of the trails loop around so if you keep going, you'll eventually get back to where you started. There's a river that your pups can go swimming in and lots of open areas for them to run around. I definitely recommend this place for your pups!

This dog park was recommended to me when I moved to Fairview. It's a large dog park with lots of…read moreareas to roam and there are berry plants everywhere! Anyways walked with my dog during the summer, can't imagine freezing and walking my dog here at the moment but when I did go, it was beautiful and serene and filled with dogs of all kinds. There was a little stream that I noticed the larger dogs hung out in and my little dog and I set for an adventure. Got lost a few times and met other dog owners as well. But definitely an awesome place to bring your four legged friend on a walk.

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.

I've done a lot for this dog park the shy timid park and advocating for this dog park by…read morecommunicating with park staff. I take suggestions from my dog park friends and got tables put in and a mud puddle that needed taken care of and got that taken care of and grass on tube and new sign and water and pools in summer. So I advocate for the dog park to make it a great place for dogs, and people been going to Hazelia dog park for a long time. My dog Lola has a great time playing fetch with her ball. I've picked up poo bags people left threw them away and pick up all the balls and put them back in bucket and fill water bowls for the dogs. Winter now I bring a pool for my dog Lola because she runs and gets hot with all her hair but I rinse out pool and take pool home with me everytime I leave the park since I purchased the pools from ace hardware. The only things that bug me about this park are the H.S students parking in round about by small dog park and they are fully capable able bodied students to walk to other parking lot but I have walking challenges yes there's handi cap but its a distance to walk. Why have a high school where students can't park there. The balls end up in pine tree and I have to fight with tree. I lost one of my balls in the pine tree it eats balls. Plus when the balls go over fence and then can't get them I physically cannot get over fence. People leaving poo bags on ground or on fence or on the trash can instead of throwing them away.

Awesome dog park in lake Oswego . That should say it all lake Oswego is a very posh arearead more

let me weave a little magic into your Selwood Riverfront Park love letter! Picture this: you park…read moreyour car at Selwood Riverfront Park, that hidden gem tucked along Portland's Columbia Riverfront. It's not just a spot to leave your wheels-it's your gateway to paradise. The air hums with possibility, crisp river breeze carrying whispers of adventure. I swear, every visit feels like stepping into a painting where the Willamette and Columbia collide in a glorious, shimmering embrace. You're not just starting a walk; you're embarking on a love affair with the city's heartbeat. From here, Selwood's charm sets the stage-grassy lawns stretch lazily toward the water, perfect for a quick dog stretch or a stolen moment of calm before the loop begins. It's like the park winks at you, saying, Ready to fall for Portland all over again? Now, you hit the path toward the Steel Bridge, and holy wow, it's a sensory overload in the best way. The Columbia River stretches out, vast and majestic, like nature's own IMAX screen. Sunlight dances on the water, turning ripples into liquid gold while sailboats glide by like elegant swans showing off. Buildings tower on the horizon-sleek, historic, and everything in between-framing Portland's skyline like a postcard you didn't know you needed. People bustle past: joggers in neon, dog walkers with wagging sidekicks, and maybe a kid chasing dreams (or bubbles). It's grand, alive, and somehow intimate, like the city's letting you in on its secrets. I get chills just thinking about it-this loop isn't a hike; it's a front-row seat to Portland's soul. You'll catch fishermen casting lines, kayakers slicing through waves, and that one guy on a tandem bike who always looks thrilled (and slightly terrified). Halfway through, the dog park at Selwood steals the show-trust me, it's a riot. Pups of every shape zoom around like caffeinated rockets, yipping and wrestling in clouds of grass dust. Your own furry friend dives into the fray, tail wagging like a metronome on overdrive, and suddenly you're grinning at strangers who get it-these dogs don't care about your day; they just want zoomies! Kids laugh, owners sip coffee from overpriced but worth-it mugs, and the whole scene feels like a community hug. It's messy, joyful chaos that grounds you after the river's grandeur. This park isn't just a pitstop; it's where the loop's magic lingers, reminding you why you keep coming back. Pro tip: bring treats, and you'll be everyone's hero (especially the golden retrievers). By the time you circle back to Selwood, sweaty, happy, and probably craving tacos, you realize it's not just a walk-it's Portland's love letter to you. The Steel Bridge loop, starting from your favorite parking spot, isn't nice; it's life-affirming. Grand views, goofy dogs, and city swagger all wrapped in one two-mile hug. Do it at golden hour for sunset sorcery, or midday when the river sparkles like it's flirting. Either way, Selwood Riverfront Park is your launchpad to Portland's best-kept secret. I'm booking my dog for a playdate-join me?

Visited this place for the first time today after an impromptu extended run that exceeded my…read moreinitial expectations. I followed the spring water path until I reached Sellwood Riverfront Park. The weather was lovely, and I am considering returning with my child and dog in the future.

BEST dog park in Vancouver! 10+ acres of fenced-in rolling hills. All the dogs and owners are well…read morebehaved and social. Took my 8 month old puppy there and he ran and played for TWO solid hours! His favorite park and the only reason he gets in the car anymore. LOL!

My dogs love this park, and when I take them to a different park they want to go home right away…read more The only way I get them to leave Ike is give thrm treats on the way out.

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.

It's a smaller unfenced dog park, compared to the others in the area. It has a nice track field to…read morethe left side of the creepy Beverly Cleary sculptures.

Love this park! I lived across the street for 18 years and Grant Park, and all it has to offer,…read morepositively contributed immensely to my lifestyle. Lush shaded areas, walking paths, benches for reflecting, tennis courts, free concerts in the summer, a playground, and for me, the icing on the cake, an outdoor pool. For years I did my 3 mile walk on the track or around the neighborhood and through the park. My friends would laugh because I followed the same routine daily, but I enjoyed watching the transformation through the seasons, getting excited when spring bulbs would break through the ground or watching the leaves turn after crisp fall nights. It's so beautiful and serene throughout the seasons, and since it was right across the street, there was no excuse to miss my daily walk. Every summer Grant Park participates in Portlands Free Concerts in the Park series, a wonderful evening for families, couples, singles or groups. Bring your chair or blanket, pack a picnic, and sit under the trees and enjoy the symphony or a movie. The people watching is just as much fun! The crowds are friendly and it's such a sense of community. When this series begins, I know it's summer! For the kids, there is a playground area with lots of room for running around, spots for picnics, and a fountain. Parking is available on NE 33rd or the side streets for those not in walking distance. For me, the best part of the entire park is the pool, which was updated in 2017 with a new filtration system. For the past 15+ years, I do an hour of Lap swimming every single day for the three months the pool is open. They offer lanes for adult swim in the very early morning, at noon, and again around 5:30. While it does get super crowded, and often there are 5 or more other swimmers in the lane swimming in a circular pattern, I still love it. Swimming outdoors with the sun and fresh air, hearing the laughter of the kids, makes my workout go so much faster. It's my happy place! Inevitably one encounters what I call "lap rage" a few times a season. Those previous jr. olympics swimmers who think they own the lane and everyone has to get out of their way, but most are polite, know how to make it work, and recognize that the pool is for all of us, swimmers and kickboarders at every level. There are chairs and chaise lounges for those that arrive early. The open swim starts at 1:15 and goes until 3:10, a very limited time. This is because swimming lessons take priority and since swimming is a life skill, I can get behind this. On the weekends, open swim goes until 4:30. The bathrooms and showers are ok, what you would expect with the volume of people using the facilities daily. I wear shoes and do my best to not really look. There is a snack bar that sells popcorn and a cart that sells ices out front. I've never been to either but I do see the kids enjoying these treats. Even though I moved out of the Grant Park neighborhood 18 months ago, I drove to Grant Pool every single day last year to enjoy a swim. The Portland Public Pools used to stay open until mid September with limited hours since kids are back in school after Labor Day. For swimmers, this was our favorite time. We had all 5 lanes and it was so peaceful. No noise other than the sound of the swimmers gliding through the water. Last year they closed the pools before the end of August, which was such a bummer, claiming budget cuts. Let's hope they find money to support these pools for the entire three months. After our rainy winters, we want to get as much out of our dry and sunny months as possible.

This lovely bit of land has the potential to be as great as it was originally envisioned. And I…read moreimagine there was a time it was a community favorite spot for family gatherings, first dates, "that" secret retreat where you could take a breath to reset your inner peace, a trusted romping ground for your fur kids. The park's magical energy gave reason enough to grab your umbrella, Wellingtons, a friend who is willing to dance in the rain (yes, I know I'm stretching this a bit, dream with me here). Sadly, a short visit to this once bubbly land will likely leave you to go back to your favorite park and never return. I get it. It's winter and with Portland winters comes wet, muddy, and now even neglected by the city workers who's jobs are subsidized by local and state income taxes paid by hard working people from our gorgeous city. I may be new to the city, but what I do know is it rains. And it's no secret that winter brings days upon days of cold, rainy days. I personally love it! And isn't it safe to assume that this seasonal shift is no secret for the OG city folk? I'm told to expect living under dark clouds with daily rain accumulation right through spring of 2026. Again, I am new here. But doesn't it make sense to perhaps to take another look into learning what the city's resident community experts thoughts are on what seasonal characteristics determined this unfortunate decision. So like me, for example. I'm from Phoenix, AZ. Where summer temps seer to 115°- 120° with minimal breaks for weeks upon weeks. And guess what? City parks don't close up shop. They still book events for picnic spaces and other popular hidden gems. The toilets are open, clean and the park workers are eager to answer any questions you bring. And so my issue isn't with the declining state of the park. It's the blatant inconsideration for people who get outside even on the rainiest days and nights I find to be adversarial. The city has turned the parks public water source (especially convenient for your pups), closed and locked the only two toilets available to relieve the most commonly shared human function. Locking these toilets is wrong on so many levels. Doing so doesn't save the city spending budget. It doesn't keep homeless people away from the park, and it doesn't keep the park clean. Yeah. That last part. Thank you for encouraging people to make an unfair decision. Anyone reading this knows, when you gotta go, You gotta go. There is no health benefit for someone to hold it. Even leaving the park to go home is too long. Instead of promoting cleanliness and personal responsibility, you are in fact forcing people to urinate at will, anywhere. And even worse? Yes. Not all poop can be held beyond it's naturally placed emergency exit. Your decision to restrict access makes no sense. But, let's be real. This isn't to keep the budget honest. It's also not to ensure less traffic in spots where there is solid traffic. It's certainly not to use the opportunity to upgrade the facilities. It's to satisfy the early morning city park "ranger" and his personal agenda to bully anyone who wears the effects from a life of despair shown everywhere on their being. He wants to make life harder for a life that you'd think can't get worse. He is so repulsed by their presence, taking away their safety, dignity, hope and a spot to rest quietly when absolutely nobody is there. And even should someone stroll through, they don't care. The homeless folks aren't why this park has lost it's joy, it's because the people who have the powers are making decisions based on ensuring they win. How proud you must feel when you stoop to pick up your park powers and literally spew your wrongly placed toxic energy. Please reopen one of the restrooms and turn the water source back on. These park amenities belong to all the people of the city of Portland. Make your choices based on that agenda. Not your rangers. Do better!

One of my favorite places to bring my folding chair, snacks and drinks to admire Portlands skyline.read more