Just a fabulous place for wildlife. As we walked the grounds the sights and sounds were constant…read more Lots of reserved land for our winged and furry friends...and plenty of trails for us to get a glimpse. At this time the number of ducks and geese making use of the grounds is insane. (Note however, that due to those huge numbers we unfortunately encountered a handful of deceased birds this weekend on our walk.) Frogs, geese, ducks (of many colors), rodents, hawks, eagles, heron, egrets...we saw and/or heard them all during a walk around the inside path yesterday. Truly a special place to watch birds to do their bird things. They've got a decent amount of parking, both paved and gravel. The trails are dirt and gravel and were quite muddy in places this weekend, but the grounds were free of litter.

A fabulous place for a relaxing walk. The ponds aren't all full right now but we saw plenty of…read morelife and flowers( even an eagle! The paths are plenty wide and solid enough for wheelchairs.

Im not sure how successful folks are with catching fish in this large pond, but sitting by the dock…read moreis very peaceful. The lake is centered around the shopping mall so there are a few restaurant that overlook the lake. There are also ducks that live there.

Came here today with fishing friend who did some actual fishing. Nothing was caught (fish 1 -…read morehumans 0), but it was really OK, and I thoroughly enjoyed sitting in my camping chair and watching the fish jump in the air and the world passing by. A few other people were down on the dock casting for fish, others sat on the various rock formations sort of zoning out, and it was a real pleasure to see the children and parents sharing something they really loved. If the youngsters aren't interested in the fishing, they can come down and feed the ducks - such fun. The water is so clear you can see down to rocks and plants on the bottom and also nearest the dock flashes of the goldfish as they glide along (these goldfish eventually grow into some very large carp). There are evidently some sturgeon as well along with the rainbow trout, and also lots of ducks and other water birds (a few still with babies). Oh yes, lots of dragonflies - flashes of black and fiery orange red - add to the charm. People who fish welcome you right into their society and talk readily about their fishing experiences and how the big one got away and even why. This is a terrific family experience and for those who want to come out alone. The best time is to come early, before 7, and especially after the lake has been re-stocked, if you want to catch some fish. But like I said, it's a wonderful experience whether fish are caught or not. Give it a try. And remember if you don't catch any fish, you can hike back up to the shopping center above and get some breakfast. Not a bad day at all, in fact a damn fine one if you ask me.

A hideout indeed! Google maps and pics do not properly show the enormity of this place. I came…read morehere a couple of months ago for disc golf, but there was way more to be discovered here then I had thought. Here's a little bit about Horning's Hideout: = Just Getting Here = Be aware that once you drive off the main road, you'll see the signs to the hideout, but it's all gravel and tall trees from there. From the main sign, the drive heads downward, winding through the forest, down the canyon. Similar to that of driving to Pittock Mansion, only unpaved and narrower turns. So please proceed with caution. Once at the bottom, it opens up to a pleasant little valley. = Parking and Fee = Past the barn, to your right is the parking area. It's an open field. Pay at the parking station, $5 per person. = Features & Activities = * For fishing, I had inquired at the office. Once you park, there is a house or an information office just above the parking station. The lady (or owner) was helpful as she explained to me the lay of the land. Again, this place was way larger than I had imagined. But back to fishing... There is a lake that gets stocked with trout. No fishing license required. Assuming due to this being private land. You do pay a catch/cleaning fee. They also have fly-fishing during the winter through spring season. More details on their website. I did notice they've got paddle boats as well. So, forget the stupid ipad, and keep the kids busy with fishing and paddle boating! * For disc golf, there are three huge courses. One, only being par 3's. Which to me was like a good hike, yet still challenging. A medium course that's par 3's and 4's through the canyon that's said to be scenic. I have yet to try it. And a championship course with par 5's; Difficult greens around trees, and a U-turn. Someday, but not any time soon! * As for the wedding venues, I can only imagine, but there are three venues to use depending on your wedding party size. Can you envision your wedding photos or even your reception being close to a pond, a lake, a creek, or even a waterfall, with trees all around? Yeah, that's this place! Oh yeah, and with peacocks too! * Camping is also allowed as well. Reservations required of course. * And as you can see with the yelp photos, they occasionally have concerts which I though was really cool. Well, that just about sums it up, not sure what else to say. It's just a secluded place worth checking out. Especially if you need to escape some city life.

An Absolutely Beautiful place for a wedding. My son and daughter in law chose the lakeside venue…read more We were blessed with a wonderful day weather wise. It had forecasted to rain but luckily it held off until the following day. It would have been a totally different event had it rained. I do wish there was a way of getting around having to walk in gravel but unless they pave it there is no getting around that. So guests were told ahead of time to be aware of that. Different chairs were rented rather than the plastic ones that are provided which was a nice thing. Extra hanging lights were rented and hung up by the brides father. It made a big difference and I think the venue should consider investing in adding them permanently.

We came here on a Sunday morning and had no trouble parking. And we walked around the pond and a…read morecouple of the trails and saw a snake and some birds and had a nice time.

Brought my kids here for a Sunday Funday adventure. There was a nice mix of shaded areas and sunny…read moreplaces to watch for birds and see all different kinds of flowers. I'm not from around these parts and I saw my first filbert tree! Also saw a bald eagle, which was pretty cool. The pathways are a mix of barkchips and gravel, mostly flat. They interconnect in a couple of places so you can wander them all or take shortcuts if you've got whiny children with you who keep asking when it's time to go home. The visitor center was closed, so no opinion on that but the staff had started an animal sighting checklist/tally on the whiteboard outside. It looks like you can rent out its adjacent event center for parties, and there's a cool view from that shaded patio space. This place is really not too far south of downtown Hillsboro. The entrance off the highway is clearly marked.

Nice nature walk. Safe and clean. I start at Cherry St and walk dogs to Rock Creek and back. Lots…read moreof different sights and smells.

I was looking for a close by place to take a walk where I hadn't been before and came across this…read moretrail. I'd been to Orenco Woods Park a couple of time and looking at the map, I found a parking area that didn't require me to cross any streets. I'd say this is a hidden gem. While you do walk under the power lines in places, it's a fairly flat trail that's paved and very well maintained. Walking along the creek, you could almost forget you're surrounded by businesses and houses in places. It appears to be a few connected parks along this trail. The orchards park loop seems to be a year round trail to me. Some sections farther north may be hot in the summertime, but I didn't make it up there to check. Overall, a great place to bike, walk and to take the dog. There is a section where there is a frisbee golf course. Nice Job Hillsboro.

Many people only think of "the pumpkin patch" or other U-Pick farms on Sauvie Island, but there is…read moreSO MUCH to see and do here. * Bird & Wildlife watching. There is a refuge on the NW side of the island where visitors can see bald eagles, cranes, herons, Osprey, nutria, deer, coyotes, and other critters. * Greenways and trails (Wapato Loop, Warrior Point Trail). * Beaches along the Columbia River (swimming, fishing), including a clothing-optional beach. * Kayaking and SUP (paddleboarding) on Multnomah Channel. * The island is a popular place for cyclists. * Picnic area at Howell Territorial Park. * Dog training and boarding at Sauvie Island Kennels and Charleton Kennels. NOTE: Permit required to park anywhere on the Island (except private property & businesses). DFW Fish & Wildlife regularly patrols, checking for permits and asking people to show their angler's licenses.

I had a great time on the beach with my friends and their kid all while watching boats pass by. The…read morecurrent isn't too strong but if you're in a floaty just make sure you don't float too far down the river. Enjoy!

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

Love too walk the trails and spot bady rabbits running around . Also the rocks across the water to…read morethe other side a great challenge even though I fell in my first try..Made it second time around . Great for handicapped people especially the ones and their wheelchair if you could take the challenge and push them it would be a great site for them to enjoy

The highlight of our vacation to the Oregon coast. We saw the sun rise over the beach, caught a…read morebunch of fish, caught a bunch of crabs, saw whales and sea lions and eagles and pelicans. The captain provided all of the equipment and helped us with everything (I had never fished before). He and his wife cleaned and packaged everything for us and now we're going home with a cooler full of the freshest seafood we could ever want. Highly recommended!

Second time we've gone out with Joe. Had an amazing time. My son's favorite part of his 16th…read morebirthday. Cam is the BDE (best deckhand ever) Thanks for a great time.

This is my go to path for a walk! Easily accessed from 185th with several locations to park and so…read moremany different directions to head, I feel like you could walk this area every day and still discover something new. Paths are paved for feet and wheels, but just off the path there is so much nature to admire as you're winding down the paths. Calming place to take a deep breath and step away from the hustle and bustle.

Nice place for a walk this morning in between appointments. Peaceful area and not crowded or busy…read moreand walking paths were nicely paved and a port a potty in the parking lot that was clean.

Wade's World Fishing (RiverTrek) gave us an incredible Columbia River experience out of…read moreAstoria/Hammond! Wade was professional, safe, and fun, with deep knowledge of the river that put us on the fish. The highlight was not only catching plenty but also loading up on fresh Dungeness crab. A true Northwest adventure -- highly recommend!

This was our 2nd time using Captain Wade. He got us on the sturgeon both times and everyone had an…read moreamazing time. We won't use anyone else! If you are thinking about booking with RiverTrek NW....DO IT!! You wont regret it! Thanks Wade for an awesome trip!