Koch Park is awesome and one of the best parks around the playground is all nice and nearly updated…read moreand there's so many different stations for the kids to play depending on age. There's ample space in Apple parking and if you want to take a break from the playground and there's plenty of trails that walk around the river you can make some loops and more. There's also plenty of covered areas for birthday parties barbecues, or just get together which you can reserve at the beginning of the year they fill up fast.

River kayak & SUP rental | great picnic spot…read more Cook park is a family friendly park. It's huge too. Many can walk around, bring their own boats/kayaks/SUP to launch off the ramp, fish on the river, or have a picnic. It's beautiful here, but it's also very popular over the summer months when folks want to use this place to launch off the ramp. Parking is hard to find. At this spot, you can rent through the Tualatin Riverkeepers. They provided life vests and the kayak of our choice. It was great paddling out on the water with my kid. We stayed pretty close by, so the water was really calm and beginner friendly. We didn't venture past the freeway underpass, we went to the right side from the boat launch. Some parts are so shallow you hit some rocks. This park also offers soccer fields and an updated inclusive family playground. Highly recommend coming here.

This park is definitely one of Portland's "hidden gems". Easy to access from several locations, it…read morehas a multitude of wide open trails which intersect at various points and are excellent for walking/running either with a buddy (the human or canine kind) or alone if looking for some peace and solitude. This park can confidently be used year-round as the trees provide ample shade from the heat of the sun's rays in the summer, and the type of ground cover present on the trails helps to prevent them from becoming overly muddy throughout the rainy winters. On a side note, make sure to be heads up if using the cross walk on the trail that crosses Tigard Street as the surrounding trees can sometimes make it difficult for oncoming traffic to clearly see pedestrians, so they may fail to slow down. Always better to be safe than sorry... But overall, A++ for this little piece of backyard paradise.

Open fields on the river edge yet away from traffic or other human-made hazards. Well kept with…read moreshelters from the sun.

Love that this little slice of greenery got its own designation. I got to sample a nice (but fairly…read moresmall) network of intertwined trails in this fairly small park (or, ah, natural area), none of them flat, which I totally appreciated for their winding character and shifting terrain. Most are moderate to easy single tracks through wooded areas, but there are some tricky spots, which can get sloppy after rains, but kudos to the volunteers who hacked these paths through a narrow and sometimes steep canyon. You'll get little sun, and lotsa shade, (and sorta sketchy parking), but the trails are decently maintained. Just be aware - they're not flat or paved.

This park is integrated right into the neighborhood. There is no parking lot, but rather a couple…read moreof dead-end streets that turn into trails. The trails weave their way through the park, down to the creek, and back up to another entry dead end street. It's fairly charming with lots of native plants, wood bridges, and staircases. Looks like someone regularly makes flower art on a particular storm drain - cute. Signposts at trail intersections provide info, but there's no trail map which would be useful. Probably about 2 miles of trails total, some are steep uphill but otherwise it's fairly easy. Dogs allowed on leash. (I saw a number of owners who were not following this rule but didn't have any issues.)

I love this park. There is a dog park, tennis and basketball courts, and a man made pond that has…read moredesignated fishing areas. I will say that there is a ton of geese poop on the walkways, as geese and duck love to flock here. There are two play areas....one closer to the dog park and one for older kids on the other side. It's lovely to watch the seasons change. Fall is beautiful here

This is such a beautiful park. And it's huge! Big grassy fields, beautiful flowers, paved walking…read morepaths and several bridges that overlook the lake, dog friendly; this place is great. Came out to visit my mom in Beaverton and brought my pup with me. There was so much for both of us to explore. After an hour, we went to head out, and I noticed there was a whole other section to the park we hadn't even gotten to! There is also an enclosed off-leash dog park here. We didn't go in there since my dog doesn't do well at dog parks, but it's great for others whose pups enjoy that sort of interaction. I will make this a space I come to see every time I'm out this way for a visit :)

Great park with plenty of shade. Set up my hammock here for a while…read more Easy parking and in a safe residential area.

Great little park for all ages and pets, quiet, clean and fun! Toddler area picnic areas and small…read moretrails bathrooms sitting areas

I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this plaza! Thanks to a Yelp Elite event at Wow Cow, my…read morelittle family of 3 (including my puppy, Bay) visited this plaza on a sunny Saturday afternoon. It was our first time in downtown Tigard. We were surprised to see the wide open plaza with lots of grass for the pups, and seating around the perimeter for humans of all abilities. The plaza has 3 food trucks with excellent customer service, trash, recycling, bathrooms and water fountains. There is a wide walking path, a nature preserve perfect for bird watching and a wooden path that takes you to a nearby trail. We had great food, met great people and enjoyed a little nature walk with our puppy. What a neat little community gem in downtown Tigard.

A park worth visiting!…read more Well manicured lawn for children & pets to frolic in. A water fountain feature popular especially during the summer. Yummy food trucks onsite for convenient meals. Plenty of seating. Modern well-maintained bathrooms & drinking fountain. Ample lighting for the longer seasonal nights. The host site for the Farmers Market makes this the most popular Tigard spot on Sundays. Paved pathway around the park parcel but a wooden bridge pathway led connecting to the Fanno Creek Trail! This nature walk overlooks weaves through the natural creek habitat. A gem for Tigard and everyone will find a moment of pleasure here.

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.

What a beautiful place to hike (without your dog, however). Our six-mile perimeter hike offered…read moreforested 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.

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

Beautiful neighborhood park! Wow! This is not a park or playground from yesteryear, it's completely…read moremodern with very unique play structures and art. Plus walking paths through several acres of rolling hills with wonderful views immersed in nature. The splash pads are open again (until 7pm) and the kids were certainly joying them. The play structures are both stunning and interactive, even a look-out tower with a telescope that views a constellation ceiling. Very cool. Slides, step rocks, climbing structures, picnic tables in the open and shade, lots of benches, even water bowls for dogs - clearly a lot of thought went into the design and build of Spring Garden Park. It's close to Multnomah Village which is how I discovered it after visiting the food truck area and wanting someplace serene to enjoy my meal. Park right on SW Spring, just be mindful of not blocking the neighbors driveways as it's in a residential area. Close to SW Barbur.

This is such a sweet little park! The unique pieces of art all around the property are pretty neat…read more Lots of cute paths to walk on that lead to pretty views of Portland. We went on a sunny day and it wasn't over crowded. -1 star for personal reasons: my daughter is young (19 mo) and was able to swing on the baby seat swing, however, she was not confident to try the older play structure. The structure seems more appropriate for 2.5 and older. It has a pretty cool rock climber for older kids. My experience makes me wonder if there are parks in Portland that are more inclusive for all children and their abilities? I hope that Portland Parks and Recreation would be willing to rethink how they can be more inclusive when designing a park. I will be the first to admit I know nothing about building a park, but If I did I would want everyone to feel included.

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.