Amazing park that makes you feel so secluded and in the middle of nowhere. Towering trees crowd out…read morethe sun, so that only small golden rays can filter through and dapple the ground. Some parts of the trail cross streams. Birdsong fills air, and you can see occasional robins hopping on the trail, trying to find a snack. Tiny songbirds flit through the air. There are some inclines and slopes on some of the trails here, but nothing too bad. Take it in at your own pace. You can elect to just sit and soak in nature. Parking can be difficult to find at times, as this area is so popular due to its proximity to downtown, as well as being a beautiful experience! I highly recommend experiencing everything this park has to offer if you have the time.

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.

Nice little park. I haven't been on the trails or fished, we just came to enjoy the pond. This is a…read moregreat spot for young kids , with shallow swimming , picnic area , BBQs, and playgroud. My 12 year old was bored within an hour , much better suited for little ones. Parking is included with the clark county pass, which is $30/yr. Only downside is proximity to freeway , which takes away from the naturey vibe.

This is a fantastic outing for families. There are amazing trails and scenic views. I will…read moredefinitely visit again.

Beautiful park with majestic trees adorning the space. Many picnic tables and benches, plus no…read moreshortage of things to do for all. There's a merry-go-round, swings for various abilities (bucket seats for young kids, adaptive support, tandem, as well as the typical belt swings, a sliding hill covered in astroturf (bring your own cardboard), a fire truck (real Vancouver fire truck, downsized for kid play), and a community garden. The restrooms were both clean and stocked. Parking could be challenging at times, but on this beautiful summer midweek trip, there was plenty.

What a lovely, inclusive park and playground this is! It has a huge variety of play equipment that…read moreis accessible to everyone, even those with limited mobility. The merry-go-round was a hit with the 2-year old we took there. We will be back ASAP!

Great park and wonderful summer concert venue. Attending city-sponsored summer concerts remind of…read moresweet, small towns I've lived in. In this case, the City of Vancouver has outdone itself with a fabulous venue (think easy, free parking; quick exit; lush lawn seating; awesome views of the stage; clear sound system). I love attending events her. One may buy food/drink from vendors or just pack one's own picnic. Clear park with great facilities. Imma fan.

Located in an outdoor space next to apartments. There's a children's park with lots of climbers …read more Rocks wood logs etc.... There's a sand pit area . Also restrooms are located close.

Great park,close to us.our niece loves coming here,especially activity day,great splash padread more

Basic nice community park off Main Street with water splash pad and some tree shades. Kids friendly…read moreplay ground.

Excellent large neighborhood park! Lots of wide open, grassy space to play games or lounge. Trees…read morefor shady areas. Two playground areas (one is in the far side through a tree-lined path). Some picnic tables and benches here and there. I also saw a hot coals disposal bin, but I didn't see any bbq grills, so I'm not sure if they have those or if you're allowed to bring your own grill. They have excellent, flat paved paths for walking that circle and cut-through the park, and also veer off to connect to the neighborhood for local access. There's a restroom facility as well, and plenty of parking!

Great local park with a new playground for kids and nice long walking path that is paved…read more Basketball hoops available but only to shoot. Basketball hoops are oddly placed and makes it unable to play a game. Beautiful tall and full trees. Lots of grass area for a picnic or to play a game, kick the ball or lay out with a book.

This place is quite large, 33-acres, yet not a well-known park because of their location. If you…read morelook at it on the map it's in the middle of a bustling area near the highway and the mall, but because of where the entrance is located, you wouldn't necessarily notice it on a daily basis. There is a large open, grassy area at the front so you could play some sports or games, or just lounge, read, and/or sunbathe. On the perimeter of the open grassy area are a some picnic tables (22 of them according to their website), and 3 grills. There is also a large, covered picnic shelter that you can reserve and a small playground (I think there are actually 2 playgrounds, one a bit smaller & tucked in the trees a bit, if I remember correctly). I spotted a public restroom facility near the picnic shelter as well, but didn't utilize them so I can't speak to their cleanliness or whether they were open or not. The open grass area is surrounded by a forested area of huge pine trees, creating a lovely, shady and cool oasis to wander through. There are a number of trails winding there way through the trees, the main ones being several feet wide, with many offshoot trails that are just about a foot wide. Most of the trails are dirt and/or wood chips, but were well maintained and clear when we were there. The trails were also mainly flat so fairly easy to navigate.

Super cute park with lots of space for barbecuing and other family activities. A variety of play…read morestructures for the little ones, and some cute walking trails. The only set back was the restrooms were a bit messy but it was Labor Day weekend so I'm sure that contributes to the mess. Over all would come back.

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.

First of all the park is huge and the activities available for the kids are wonderful. Multiple…read moreswings, rotating ball, and great big climbing structure with slides and rock climbing wall. There is a fountain for the summer time and outdoor picnicking and grilling. Nice little trail to walk around. Across the street is 3 futbol piches and more park. The community center features indoor courts for basketball, badminton, track, and a gym. Staff is sorry nice and welcoming and the place is clean and inviting.