When we first discovered this park, our minds were BLOWN. This is the type of spot that makes an…read moreadult feel like a kid again - the best kind of imagination jump start! So many different things to do here, a great spot to spend the day! If there was a negative, it's truly just how busy it is, and you can't hardly fault anyone - it's such a cool spot! Just keep it in mind if you do go, and maybe consider less busy options if it's a peak park time.

We drove an hour to visit Hidden Creek West Park in Hillsboro, and it was absolutely worth the…read moretrip! This park is a total gem--thoughtfully designed, beautifully shaded, and perfect for families. There are plenty of swings and a great variety of play equipment to keep kids engaged for hours. One of the things I appreciated most was the visibility--there's seating thoughtfully placed all around the park, so no matter where your child is playing, you can easily keep an eye on them. There's even a grassy area under the trees where you can lay out a blanket and relax. Even on a hot day, the metal slides stayed cool thanks to the shade, which is a rare and welcome surprise! The kids there were all friendly, and the parents seemed attentive and involved, creating a really positive, safe vibe. My kids had a blast and would've stayed much longer if I hadn't forgotten snacks--lesson learned! We'll definitely be back, this time with a picnic and more time to explore.

My family enjoyed our time here. Since moving to the area, we've gone to a few trails, just to kind…read moreof scope them out and get a feel for them. This is a small, but pretty walking/jogging trail -- around 1 mile round trip. Nice shady areas, great for people who just want a leisurely walk. There's also what appears to be an actual park for gatherings. I'm not sure if it's first come, first serve, or reservations are required. Again, super pretty area, at least at the time I visited last week.

Heads up...Water is really high currently, up to (and over) the trail completely in spots, with…read moreslick boardwalks. Still a great park!

I really enjoy this park and after visiting twice this weekend, I'm reminded that I should make an…read moreeffort to visit more often and experience it in every season. This park has extensive walking trails, both paved and unpaved with lots of variety in the elevation which makes for a great workout with inclines and downhills. There are tons of trees but also lots of open space so you can experience the sun and also have plenty of shade. With benches and other built-in seating (retaining walls) throughout the park, there are so many places to take a break, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature or meditate. There is also a play area for the kids as well as picnic areas and a nice wood burning fireplace, and rest rooms nearby. There are also tennis courts and parking is plentiful. On this visit we ventured off to the left of the main trail and did some serious hiking up the hill, which we surprisingly discovered backs up to a nearby neighborhood. It felt like we were truly away in the woods even though civilization is so close by! This park is a true example of why I love Oregon so much. Nature is so accessible and part of the community, not separate or hard to get to. It's magical that you can literally cross the street from your house and be surrounded by beautiful trees and wildlife.

Beautiful park and very nicely kept grounds. This park has something for everyone. There's a…read moreplayground side with covered picnic tables. A little pond area with a small deck. Grassy fields. Tennis court. A water ramp for kayakers/SUP. And then the nature trails! The best part of the park. You can walk next to the river and enjoy all the sights and sounds. Dog-friendly too, make sure they are on leashes tho. During some periods of the year, the park and trails get flooded so you can't walk in some areas but it's still cool to see.

Griffin oaks park is well taken care of with kids playground and covered area for parties.read more

I visit this park often due to the little free library and wide paved walking trail that makes it…read moreeasy to walk loops or figure-eights. The grass gets pretty soggy during winter but is great when it's dry out. Tables are shaded and close to both play areas. There is a single restroom near the play area and a portapotty next to the parking lot on the other side of the park. This is a great spot to watch the air show from during the summer.

Once a month there is a farmers market at Reed Crossing Tamarack Park. Tons of vendors ascend on…read morethe area selling everything from local honey, baked goods and fruit/veggies. There are food trucks, coffee carts and music. It's a nice neighborhood gathering but parking is crazy and streets are blocked off so pack your patience and hope for the parking holds to be on your side that day.

We decided to explore this park on a very cold, windy and rainy day in Hillsboro and I must say it…read morewas perfect because we basically had the place all to ourselves! I was able to take some good pictures and explore all the park has to offer-beautifully manicured walking paths, playgrounds, swings, picnic table area, fire pit and a nature education area across the street. I'm so grateful to live in Hillsboro- we have some really neat, well maintained parks!

Great day for a hike and Chehalem Ridge didn't disappoint. Plenty of parking, clean restrooms, and…read moresome very nice views. I'll be going back.

Beautiful park with tree covered trails and wide paths…read more We did the woodland trail then continued up Timber Road and onto the Chehalem Ridge trail. Path was mostly flat with slight inclines here and there until you got to Timber Road, this was really the only tougher incline, mostly because it was out in the direct sun. The scenery was beautiful forrest and ferns, with a couple viewpoints out to the hills in the distance. Directional signage on the trials was pretty good, didn't notice any maps aside from the one at the entrance, but at least you could see when trail intersected and which way to go for each. We came on a Friday afternoon, the parking was plentiful and we almost had the trial to ourselves. There are two covered picnic areas at the trailhead, both had a handful of picnic tables and benches. Beware - we were chased off by yellow jackets while trying to enjoy our lunch. We were there on a pretty warm day, so they seemed to be extra active. Restrooms at the trailhead were spacious and clean.

Cooper Mountain Nature Park is a great spot for getting outdoors and enjoying some fresh air. The…read moretrails are well-maintained, and we love that there are three different routes to choose from: Little Prairie Loop, Cooper Mountain Loop, and Larkspur Loop. We took about an hour and a half to complete a 3.5-mile hike with the kids, starting from the parking lot, exploring the Little Prairie Loop, and doing a full circle around the Cooper Mountain Loop. We avoided Blacktail Way since it takes a bit longer to get back to the parking lot, but it's great to have options for all hiking preferences. One of the best features is the trail maps along the way--super helpful and makes it hard to get lost. It's always a joy to step outside and enjoy nature here. There is a small playground kids can also enjoy next to the parking lot. Highly recommend!

First hike in Oregon!…read more What we loved most was how close it is to home. The trail is listed as beginner friendly, but if you struggle with inclines or you're not very active, be prepared for a bit of a challenge. We completed the full 3 miles, and the views were absolutely worth it! I definitely struggled near the end because I'm athletically challenged. Overall, it was a great hike, and we'd definitely do it again!

Love this park! Our…read moreCub Scout Den came out here a few weekends ago to hike around and complete an activity. This place is HUGE! Awesome views and some pretty cool artsy things. It's very clean and has plenty of bathrooms for public use. The trails provided are clean and wide enough for everyone to walk on and pass comfortably. I love the big grassy areas in between everything. Great place to have a picnic! Can't wait to come back out when the weather is consistently warmer this summer!

What a great park and I love how "tucked in" it feels. Ample parking and a nicely laid out parking…read morelot. I came here for the first time to see a Movie in the Park which was such a great time. Everything was laid out so well for the event and with the entrance path it was much easier for me since I need a cane and can have walking challenges. I want to come back and wander through the trails!

WOW this is quite good wow its pretty nice for football walking talking jogging running wheeling…read morebiking scootering skating it is pretty clean nice pretty nice to walk when it is dark

Awesome place to go for everyone, it has turf fields for soccer or anything related to that, it has…read moremultiple playgrounds and public restrooms as well. Nice water features for the summer along with tennis/ pickleball/basktball courts

I've been coming to this park for years! It's a great place to take the grandkids..and an even…read morebetter place to play Pokémon Go! I started playing Pokémon Go back when my daughter had a Pokémon Go themed party for my oldest grandson. I had no clue how to play it. I downloaded the app to participate..and the rest is history! So now, I'm trying to level up to level 50. I've performed the level 50 research tasks, and all that's left is grinding the XP! That's where Magnolia Park comes in! You can find me here many days catching Pokémon, spinning pokestops, battling the gym and leaving a pokemon, defending the gym, doing raids..but most of all, getting my exercise in by walking the routes. There are so many routes at Magnolia Park! I usually pick 4 or 5 to follow, it takes me about an hour of walking to complete. There's incline for a little more difficulty, some routes go across the street to the nearby meadow and back again. And after each route is complete, I am rewarded with XP and hopefully a Zygard cell. I'm trying to collect 200 Zygard cells to change my Zygard form. Anyways, Magnolia Park is great for picnics, there's a big covered area. On this day, there was a family celebration going on. Play areas for the kids, checkerboard tables to play checkers or chess, BYO game pieces. On this particular day we broke a temperature high of 96. Kids of all ages were enjoying the splash pad. There's a tennis court that I frequently play on. People also convert the court to play pickleball here. So much to do, I love it!

Well...I can't give it 5 stars because there isn't any shade over the play structures. I do not get…read moreit. Yes, we live in Portland, but it DOES get very sunny here and very hot on some summer days. There isn't enough respite from that sun/heat. And the splash pad isn't on for all that long. What is the deal with that? What I DO love: 2 play structures, one for smaller kids, one for big kids. GREAT since there are options for smaller kiddos. I love that it has a nice big field/grassy area for kids to play soccer, or to picnic on (on a cooler day.) Do beware of the bees/hornets/wasps. The park doesn't have traps. Parking can be a bit tough, so try and make it there while school is in session so that you can park near by. There is a porta potty on site at the park, but it is NOT clean. I will either hold it, or go to the Whole Foods, in walking distance. My kids just use the potty in the trunk of the car because I won't make them use that one. NASTY! They have the makings of a 5 star park BUT: clean the porta potty, add some shade or sails over the play structure to help kids NOT fry in the heat and keep the splash pad on for far longer.