Blue Lake Park – Portland Metro Area
A natural lake with the sand beach, roped-off swimming area, and a pier for fishing The park features a large nature-themed playground, a discovery garden, and spray ground for kids As the …
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Shanghai Tunnels – Portland Old Town
Used with permission of Cascade Geographic Society/Shanghai Tunnel Tours, © 2017 In the late 19th century, when Portland Chinatown was the center of gang activity, the so-called Shanghai underground tunnels were built …
Sandy River Swimming – Portland Metro Area
• The Sandy River is well known for its sandy beaches, cool and clean water • The river is a resource of all refreshing water activities including swimming, tubing, boating, and fishing
Best Swimming Holes near Portland
The Portland metropolitan area was ranked America’s 23rd largest urban area. Despite a large population of almost 2.4 million residents, you still can find a perfect place to have summer fun, play …
Pristine Buck Lake – Mt. Hood National Forest
A crystal-clear natural mountain lake hidden in the Mt Hood National Forest Accessible by a 0.4-mile hike with 800 feet of elevation gain Hidden within the Mount Hood National Forest, the scenic …
Moulton Falls Park – Washington State
• The park is home to an arch footbridge and two stunning waterfalls • Surrounded by volcanic rock formation, the waterfall and deep pools are popular among swimmers and cliff jumpers Moulton …
Dougan Falls – Washington State
Most dramatic and most beautiful swimming waterfall within the Portland Metropolitan Area A series of swimming holes including a deep pool at the waterfall base As summer goes on, the temperatures continue …
High Rocks – Clackamas River
• A unique rocky bank in the Portland metropolitan area • Strong underwater currents, hidden underwater ledges, crowded on summer weekends Located right between Interstate 205 and the Willamette River, High Rocks …
Smith Homestead Day Use Area – Wilson River
The popular day-use facility within the boundary of the Tillamook State Forest A scenic stretch of the Wilson River with fishing, swimming, and picnicking opportunities The popular day-use facility, Smith Homestead Day-Use …
Glenn Otto Community Park – Troutdale
• One of many popular parks on the Sandy River within the Portland Metropolitan Area • Picnic sites, playground, café stand, and sandy beach Located within the City of Troutdale’s park system, …