Portland Metro Outdoor Recreation
Lying at the intersection of two great rivers, the Portland Metro area is an ideal playground for water hounds, with exceptional fishing, sailing and jet skiing. With over 200 parks including the 5,000-acre Forest Park, the country’s largest urban wooded park, the world’s smallest park (24-inch Mill Ends Park) and one of two volcanoes (Mt. Tabor Park) within a U.S. city, it’s easy to see why Portland is a haven for walkers, hikers, bikers and horseback riders. Guided kayaking (try a trip around Ross Island), canoeing and wildlife-watching excursions are available through local tour companies. Just an hour away, there’s year-round skiing and boarding at Mt. Hood, windsurfing in the Gorge, whitewater thrills on the Clackamas River and paddling along the serene Scappoose Bay Wetlands.
Bike Oregon
Ride our wilderness trails and urban bike paths and see why Bicycling magazine rates Portland one of “Ten Best Cycling Cities in North America.”
Camp Oregon
Portland area campgrounds are easily accessible from the city and offer a host of outdoor fun including fishing, hiking and horseback riding.
Fish Oregon
Toss in some bait and hold on tight—the fish on the Willamette and its tributaries are known to bite!
Golf Oregon
Tee off to serene farmland and forest views at outstanding course ranked high by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine.
Hike Oregon
Rejuvenate your mind and spirit as you roam through trails traversing enchanting timber forests and flowing river banks.
Other Activities
Craving more adventure? Try four-wheelin’, horseback riding, rock climbing and more!
State Parks
Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city among more than 37,000 acres (150 sq. km) of open space—it’s not easy being green!
Water Sports
Race through rapids, (jet) ski the Willamette, kayak the bay or take in the cityscape from a boat—this is “Port-land” after all.
Winter Sports
Head for the majestic peaks of Mt. Hood for amazing powder action—the mountain is home to four ski resorts and year-round skiing.
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