Love this park because the trails are accessible for those of us with mobility issues. With my…read morecane, I was able to make my way through the gravel and the dirt trails easily and take in the beautiful wildflowers of spring. In April, the prairie area is filled with deep blue camas, and a few white ones sprinkled in. In mass, they paint the prairie blue. Up close, you can see the intricate detail, petals in shades of blue and even purple, with bright yellow eyes in each flower. They are one of my faves! As you leave the sunny prairie, you are instantly in a shady patch of forest and feel far away from the city, even though you are not. Birds chirping is nature's music as you wander the various loops and check out wildflowers nestled under the trees. I spotted Star of Bethlehem, Wild Geranium, Saskatoon, False Solomon's Seal, Field Sorrel, Prairie Mallow, Woodland Violet, and some common daisy. There are benches along the way if you need a rest or just want to stop and breath in the luxury of being in this little magical place. Along the north side, there are views of the Williamette River. In addition to the trails which are off to the right, there is a playground with a basketball court, swings, slides and play gym, all of which were in use this weekday. There is also a decent bathroom, which is very much appreciated. This park is at the end of a neighborhood where the streets are narrow. As you navigate up through the hills, be aware that children are playing. Before the park there is a dirt area for cars and if you go just a little further, a small paved parking area for about 8 cars with one designated handicap spot. This is a fabulous neighborhood park that welcomes visitors like me. April is the perfect time to visit if you want to see the beautiful fields of camas.

This is such a cute little park and I'm so glad I found it. It's very scenic and despite the nearby…read morecliffs being pretty dangerous (there's signs everywhere), this is a nice place to take your kids if you want to waste some time on a playground. There is a small walking trail around the park which is nice enough, and it all seems well maintained. Directions to get here are a little strange with apps but after driving through a residential neighborhood you'll reach it. Nice spot! I'll be back when I'm back in the area in the future.

Great neighborhood park with shade, two play structures, basketball court, tennis court and swings…read more For a neighborhood park, this is pretty large and very beautiful scenery up in the hill.

Itty bitty spit of beach accessed by a short trail (clearly marked). Street parking in the…read moreneighborhood. No amenities, but there is a fallen tree log to sit on to admire the view. Also, lots of small clam shells at the shoreline to pick over. My husband had no luck with the fish, claims the river was too high.

Small shaded beach hidden within a neighborhood. It gets crowded once summer hits as I have heard…read moreand people are jumping off the cliffs - family friendly/dog friendly and great getaway on a hot summers day. I came here with my boyfriend when it was 96 degrees and it was PERFECT The waters are steady but it's a hidden gem to visit that's adjacent to the Willamette River. It is shallow enough to swim in and to have floaties to casually be in It's unfortunate that some trees has eroded over time so there are logs lying on the side where people used to jump off of, and ropes tied on the side - must've been much nicer before then

Really pretty and lots of parking, walking distance of the main street, but bring bug spray!!read more

When I went to Willamette Park for the first time two days ago, I was blown away (figuratively…read morespeaking). There were plants, trees and flowers as far as the eye could see. For one thing, the trees sure were beautiful to look at. Their leaves reminded me about the beauty of the color green and how it can be cool and friendly (and they still do, as a matter of fact). Also, whenever I looked at the flowers and plants, I smiled when I took notice of how awesome they looked (and still are). As I took pictures of the nature I saw, I was then reminded of Susie Salmon in the 2009 film "The Lovely Bones" and her saying that she liked how a photo could capture a moment before it was gone. Even now, I know what she meant. And when it came to the nature in the green of the plants, the beauty in the flowers and the wonder in the trees, there was something special they all had that nature photographers are able to find. Finally, I highly recommend Willamette Park for all the nature lovers and photographers out there, and I give it five stars as well (although ten stars would be even better).

Today was the first time my daughters and I visited Douglas park, and overall it was a good…read moreexperience. It was completely empty, which I thought was nice for a sunny Saturday afternoon. It was well maintained and clean. It also had a Pokéstop and gym which were benefits for me. The only reason it did not get 5 stars, is because there were no restrooms available. This causes a problem for potty trained toddlers when they have to go.

t's great for families and solo visitors alike. You can kayak here, but be prepared for a steep…read moretrail down to the water; bringing kayaks on dollies is recommended. Head past the bathroom and down the road to the launch area, then go right from the beach to reach Hog Island. The water is calm and relaxing. It's a nice spot for walking dogs, with easy trails and a sandy area by the river for them to enjoy.

OVERCROWDED in the summer. Hardly any parking. LO Police give $120 parking tickets. Dogs off leash…read morefine $145. Steep hill to lug your inflatable up. "Beach" is very small. Insider tips: come off season or early morning in the summer. Enter on Green Street off of Hwy 43. Great walk off the lower parking lot along the river to Old River Road.

The McGloughlin Promenade is one of my favorite spots in the Portland metro area. The promenade…read moreoffers gorgeous views of Oregon City that change seasonally, and allows visitors an opportunity to learn about the city's history through signage and information kiosks. The stretch overlooking Willamette Falls near the VFW parking lot is my favorite, boasting stunning views of Willamette Falls. In addition, the pollinator garden with lavender, poppies and other colorful flowers makes my heart skip a beat in the spring and early summer months. There's no better site in town for an impromptu picnic or an afternoon stroll.

An unexpectedly cool, somewhat shady walkway along the top of the ridge overlooking the Willamette…read moreRiver and Willamette Falls. I parked on High St, and accessed the Prom from the backside (via an alley), or take the Municipal Elevator to the top and hang a right to get onto the Promenade. Walking south/west toward the Falls, you'll pass a couple of benches, little pocket parks and several overlooks, all great spots to stop and take it all in. All in all, a short but pretty enjoyable stroll with nice views.

This is my favorite park as the native trees and grasses combined with the no dog policy makes it…read moreperfect for wildlife lovers. I've hiked plenty of state parks in the region that were much larger, but I have never seen or heard so many birds at a park in the Portland region. The park is located right above I-205 so it's not quiet like other state parks, but that's not the reason you would visit here. You're here to see what the Willamette Valley looked like a couple hundred years ago before people of European descent arrived. This region used to be filled with Oregon White Oaks. We've lost about 99% of this species in the region and the associated meadows that went with them. Once you see how many birds, butterflies, and other insects relied on this type of habitat, you'll realize how important native oak trees are to our region, which will hopefully cause you to plant Oregon White Oaks on your own property and help restore the Willamette Valley to its former condition. Thank you to all the people that saved this savanna from development and keep it pristine for the native wildlife of our region.

This is a nice trail to walk through, there are white oak trees that have been on the land for 400…read moreyrs. And more then 100 different species of vertebrates have been identified in the area. 20 acers preserved as a natural sight. You can bring a picnic or sit and rest on one of the benches. Such a beautiful place to enjoy nature. Thanks Roberta & Ed for all your hard work and dedication.

I don't have a dog and I don't live anywhere near here. This place is gorgeous! What an amazing…read morespace and I really want to bring some friends and go exploring. There is an ample parking lot and seems like a great spot to spend a day wandering around and having a picnic. I came for an event in the evening which was just gorgeous an even with a huge crowd in one area, it was pretty perfect.

Really cool dog park with a nice trail through the woods at mostly leveled elevation so it's a…read morefamily friendly walk. There's abundance of parking in the main parking space with a lot of shaded parking as well do it all the trees . If I lived a lot closer, I will definitely come here regularly just for a nice fresh air walk. Starting to hike near the bathrooms, there was a couple steep section so I would recommend not wearing sandals like I did and something a little more comfortable just in case.

I love this park especially in the summer. There is a good size parking lot, the restrooms are…read moreclean and it is just off the beaten path. There is a nice playground, basketball court and baseball field. I like the loop walking trail along the river that has signage so that you learn about the things that are cool to the area. Like the meteorite. It was a rainy day today but there were still a few people enjoying the walking trail.

A beautiful little oasis, with a slice of Main Street USA.....This lovely small park rests between…read moreWillamette Falls Dr and the Tualatin River. There are little league fields, a place to fish or watch the water, trails to walk your dog, neighborhood garden..what else could you possibly want? Pay a visit, if even for 15 minutes, to transport yourself into a small town park