What a beautiful place to hike (without your dog, however). Our six-mile perimeter hike offered forested stretches and oak canopy sections, and big, open vistas of the Tualatin Valley. Plumbed bathrooms and ample parking at the trail head are available. Consistent signage kept us in the right direction, and an easy to read map guided our hiking decisions. This place is great for tailoring hikes to your time budget. We'll be back for more. read more

Amazing place for hiking ! the only issue is you have to be aware of thieves could break into your car. read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - hiking - Parks Near Me - Beaverton, Oregon

Cooper Mountain Nature Park is a great spot for getting outdoors and enjoying some fresh air. The trails 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! read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - Took a nice 4-5 mile hike today on one of the last warm sunny days for the next 7-8 months. First time going. Nice place, nice view. Recommend... read more

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This is a beautiful park. Great walking trails. The only bummer is this is a dog free park.

Nice place for some morning exercise. Signage is great, and you've got a few trail options, some with slight elevation. We arrived early Sunday morning to try and avoid weekend crowds. The paths are wide enough to pass other visitors easily though. Springs flowers are still plentiful right now, although for me the views here aren't quite as great as so many other parks and trails around our area. Today we stuck to the outside perimeter trail only, and there's at least a decent amount of shade along that route. We saw and heard loads of birds, and near the end of our walk were treated with seeing a fawn just inside the cover of brush and trees being tended to by it's mom...such a lucky and sweet moment. THAT is a view you can't beat! read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - Cooper Mtn - still some nice wildflowers. - Parks Near Me - Beaverton, Oregon

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Nice place in town for a little hike, I definitely get a little lost on the trails but I also have memory issues and you can't get truly lost. I saw a coyote on my hike this morning. Perfect place in town for a short hike and exercise. Plenty of parking at 830am, a little fuller at 9 am when I was done but plenty of parking. read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - View from one of the trails - Parks Near Me - Beaverton, Oregon

A bit crowded on a sunny day but beautiful and accessible paths for families. I sweated a lot because I'm out of shape and it challenged me but for a fit Oregonian, it would be an easy stroll. Gorgeous! read more

What a great Sunday morning walk! Enjoyed the peace and quiet and the nature; saw a bunny, squirrels, and chipmunks! It's a popular trail with runners, and has huge elevation changes if you do the entire loop! read more

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Look I love to hike. So giving a five-star review to a nature park is a big deal for me. I love Cooper Mountain. The birds and deer, the wildflowers and old growth trees, the open meadows... it's all so wonderful! Cooper Mountain is also a mountain so be prepared for some steep grades on the walking paths both up and down. Take your time and explore every nook and cranny of this park. You'll love every minute of it. read more

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Nice park with gravel travels, so even if it's rained recently it shouldn't be muddy. There are several trail options depending on how far you want to go, and the trails intersect so you can take different routes and make your trek shorter or longer. Thankfully all the trails are well marked with signs and a small map at each intersection. There are just a few sections with minor inclines, so it's a relatively easy walk. And no dogs or bikes allowed here, so it's pretty peaceful. They have some picnic tables adjacent to the parking lot and a very small playground area for younger kids. The downsides: -restroom facility only at the parking lot -parking lot is relatively small compared to how big this place is. When we were leaving there were cars lined along the road to park since the lot was full. -you must stay on the trails due to habitat restoration & extensive poison oak on the grounds, so no lounging or picnicking in the grassy areas, and no playing frisbee, etc -the majority of the trails are exposed to the sun, with a few sections in the shade at mid-day, so depending on what time of day you go, and the season/weather, it may be very hot & sunny -the majority of the informational/educational signs along the trails are very worn and faded and/or torn so you can't entirely read them. (this does NOT apply to the map/trail signs, or the new educational signs near the parking lot) read more

I love this park but I felt the need to share that I came across a mountain lion/cougar on a summer night. It walked right across my path through the tall grass. I will say, I haven't returned but if I do-- don't go at dusk or dawn. read more

It's a beautiful park. It has a bunch of nice short trails and a good view. You'll find kids, adults and youngsters come to the park. Sunsets are usually beautiful here, don't miss it when the skies are clear. read more

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Excelente lugar para relajarse y caminar tranquilamente y con amplio estacionamiento y lugar para niños read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - Parks Near Me - Beaverton, Oregon

Love the trail, has an amazing view of rolling hills. The hill is just steep enough to challenge me (I'm out of shape and just walk for exercise). read more

A family friendly trail that is easy to maneuver. This path is perfect for a toddler led hike through trees and brush, looking at the moss on trees, counting the rings in a tree stump and for viewing little insects. It's a great path, too, for a quick run, a leisurely stroll with friends, and a quiet breath of fresh air. A small playground sits atop, jus off of the parking lot to entertain the littles as you stare in awe at the valley below. read more

Definitely one of the better spots around the Beaverton area for outdoor/nature photos. I am always suggesting this spot for family, senior, or portrait clients. It has a nice trail and wide open areas so it never feels crowded. In the Summertime the grass here is so green and pretty! read more

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Great beginner hike. Decent parking during off hours, weekends are busy so parking can get difficult. Family hike, okay for kids but pets not allowed. A great advantage of this place is hikes can be customized based on capability. The smallest loop is about 20 minutes and longest is about 60 minutes. All loops have varying elevation and slopes. read more

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Great trial hike! Kid friendly and pet friendly. Also a great place to shoot photographs but make sure to catch it on a good day (:

Despite description stating pet friendly on Apple Maps, no dogs are allowed. Looks like a beautiful park, but I drive here for nothing.

Dogs are not allowed here (YES!!!). Finally a place to escape those barking beasts! Many parks in the Portland suburbs allow dogs on leashes but far too often their rude owners think THEIR dog is an absolute angel and is above the rules and let it run all over the place, making a mess, and harassing visitors and ducks/squirrels. About time we got a couple more parks here that take a no tolerance stance to this menace and put the needs of the native animal inhabitants first. The only downside to this place is that it's built on a hill and the trails naturally lead down, which seems gradual and fine as you leisurely go down, until you get to the bottom and realize how far you've come and now have to go back up. Bring plenty of water, even if you don't think you'll need it, because making the hike back up to the parking lot can take a lot out of you and even on a cool day you'll heat up fast. But it is worth doing the full loop since you can see eagles, hawks, owls, rabbits, and other neat things that are not afraid to show themselves in the absence of dogs. -1 star for the rugged terrain, but +10 stars for keeping a nature park natural without infecting it with unnecessary dogs. read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - Kick rocks, Rover! - Parks Near Me - Beaverton, Oregon

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Definitely a gem! We stopped by the other day when the weather was great. This nature park is one of the cleanest we've been to since moving to Oregon. The trails are mapped out and all have cute individual names. We decided to take a shorter trail- I believe it was called "Prairie" something. BEAUTIFUL! Trails were beautifully taken care of and were smooth with gravel. The trees shaded most of the walkways and kept everything very cool. They have a few children's toys to play on, which my boys got a kick out of. Parking is ample, also! But my favorite thing.. the views. Wow. I honestly did not think this place had the views it did! We will definitely be back in the warmer and more dry months to explore some more! read more

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Gets really busy on the weekends. Got back to the car after a lovely mid-afternoon walk and needed to use the bathroom but was asked to move my car and leave because an entitled Karen who was holding up traffic (and pissing people off) in the lot wanted my parking spot. Apparently her use of our county parks is more important than mine. Also-- Who does that?!? I seriously cannot fathom. read more

This my favorite quick outdoor spot on the westside. I live in Beaverton, so it's only 10 minutes for me, but it truly feels like leaving the city and being out in the wilderness. Once you are out on the trail, there are no sights or sounds of the city. I like to hike through here and mix up my route from 1 to 3 miles depending on how I am feeling. The parking lot, nature house, and play area are at the top, so no matter which route you take, you go fairly steeply downhill. Coming back up the steep hill is what makes it such a good workout. I keep telling myself that I have to keep going regularly until I don't huff and puff on my way up :) I've taken a 4 year old to play at the playground here and she loved the non-traditional playground equipment. It's also great to have the bathrooms - sort of like camping potties, but better than a portable toilet any day. I'm also looking forward to trying out one of their yoga classes. Can't beat that view. read more

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Great views! The gravel trails were well groomed and labeled with maps to make sure you stay on the correct path. I will definitely be back!

Gorgeous park with lovely views. Quite a few loops for nature hiking that range in distance. Great for kids or just a nice stroll. There's also a small play area for kids with a slide and bars. Picnic tables that are ADA accessible sit along the play area. No bikes are allowed on the trail and the grounds are well preserved natural areas with some fun wildlife. read more

so nice - great way to spend time with Mother Nature, I visited Cooper loop honestly I got lost once or twice, but it was easy to stay on track because there is signs at the posts. A must see when in Beaverton! read more

This was a great place to go for a walk and overlook some of the beauty in Oregon. It's very simple and well paved with gravel walking paths. It is also well mapped, so you know where to go. There's plenty of parking and a kiddo play area at the top. No charge for parking, which is great! It's great to get that little bit of exercise you need in a day. Will be going back! read more

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Great park for walks with kids. The trails are groomed (gravel) and there are different loops of varying distances. We saw birds, tadpoles, and snakes. read more

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The air always smells sweet here. I don't know why that is, but I love it. Cooper Mountain is my favorite park in the entire Portland metro area. Let me tell you why. There are no other parks out here I have seen that feature as much ecological diversity. Oak savanna interspersed with prairie and conifer woods give visitors alternating views of sun and shade--meaning you never really get too hot or too cold here, whatever the weather is doing. The steeps slopes and vast, open sweeps of prairie and oaks offer unparalleled views of the coastal range and the idyllic farmland and vineyards in between. Additionally, on clear days, one can also sight Mount Jefferson, shimmering like a diamond in the distance. Wide, graveled and well-maintained trails on a loop system means multiple combinations for hikes. The challenging, sloping terrain make trail running and cardiac training one of my favorite activities here. No matter which direction you go, the wider loops culminate in about 3 miles of actual distance with 400-600 feet of elevation loss or gain along rolling, up-and-down paths. Dogs are not allowed here due to the noted presence of other, large mammals including black bear, coyotes and cougars. I've never even seen a squirrel here, but large mammal scat is ever-present on the trails, and it definitely did not come from domestic dogs. The park authorities occasionally perform controlled burns, and there are signs of that in the spacious, open fields. The vibe here is warm and inviting. The beauty is stunning. The workout is great. What more can I say? read more

Great place for a hike. Paths are pretty well maintained - gravel. Took our newborn there with a stroller and had no issues on the trails. Really good cardio workout though pushing back uphill though! Will be back every week read more

Love this place so much! Easily my favorite park in whole Beaverton and Hillsboro areas. It usually is very quiet and seldom gets crowded at all. It contains uphills and downhills in a loop of 3 miles of hiking so it is a good amount of exercises for hikers and runners. I try to come here once a week, and each week the views are slightly different with all kinds of flowers blooming. read more

I was checking around for a close by place to have a hike and came across this park. It's got a beautiful view of the valley. Well maintained trails that are mostly tiny gravel. Easy to take one of the big wheeled strollers if you are so inclined. The parking lot is pretty small, which is a bit of a bummer. A small playground at the parking area and at least one picnic table there. No shade, so in the heat of summer, I'd imagine hot. Depending on which trail you take, lots of areas without any shade. Also, the parking lot is at the top of the hill, so all trails lead downhill, remember, the car is at the top of the hill, down is so much easier than up. It's not bad, but on this my first trip, I didn't venture to the bottom. No pets allowed on the trails for the sake of wildlife. Too bad the same can't be said for kids, ok just kidding, but if you want to see animals, they don't like noise. The upper trail had a bunch of people, but down lower, it was pretty quiet. read more

Park is near my house so very convenient to visit. I love the different trails although I always take the largest. Perfect for trail running, or just a leisurely stroll. Beautiful landscape, wildlife, and fresh air. I couldn't ask for a better place to be in nature. There is also a little play ground for the kiddos. Bathrooms and picnic tables are also available. read more

Went for a great hike today at Cooper mnt, it is a great local hike around 1000 ft with beautiful views of the coastal range and only about 20 min outside of the city. It is only about 3ml long but much of it an incline which gives you a good workout. Check it out and enjoy! read more

Ah! This place is a great hike with pretty views no matter what weather! The trails are easy with slight hills that make this a fav hike :) if you haven't been here you are truly missing out. For the most part it is very quiet and serene. Love it! read more

Cooper Mountain Nature Park - This was taken around 9:30am on a foggy morning. Breath-taking - Parks Near Me - Beaverton, Oregon

Just beautiful! Allow 2 hrs for a full hike of all trails. You get trees, hills, bridges, incline. Everything you need for a good work out & sight seeing at the same time. No pets allowed which is perfect, since you don't need to worry about loose dogs. read more

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Great nature park, with a decent amount of trails. Only negative thing to write is that the play structure for the kids had absolutely zero shade (no significant trees or man-made cover), so it was a little too hot for a summer afternoon. No dogs are allowed on the trails, but they felt safe for jogging as there was a decent volume of foot traffic. read more

I love this place! I've always had a great experience anytime I'm here. It's a nice spot for a quick hike or run. It's conveniently located on the westside. There is so much beauty at Cooper Mountain. read more

This place is a gem. We were so excited to discover it is so close to our house. I love to walk there. There are several trails varying in difficulty--although I do not find any too difficult.There are bathrooms and areas for picnicking.I go here several times a week. read more