Parks & Recreation Portland's parks, public places, natural areas, and recreational opportunities give life and beauty to our city. These essential assets connect people to place, self, and others. Portland's residents treasure and care for this legacy, building on the past to provide for future generations.
Contact Mailing address
Portland Parks & Recreation
1120 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite 858
Related offices, programs, and projects
News
Per the Trust for Public Land. This is the fourth year in a row that Portland’s park system has been among the top 10 nationally.
May 20, 2026 7:48 am
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2025 Parks Levy brings back free movies, concerts, Free Lunch + Play, festivals, and more citywide
May 19, 2026 8:51 pm
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The landmark tree was removed in 2024 due to irreversible decline and public safety concerns, but PP&R has ensured that its story will live on.
May 14, 2026 12:04 pm
News article
PP&R is opening new doors for local entrepreneurs to bring their food, crafts, and services directly to the people—right in Portland’s beloved city parks!
October 7, 2025 7:33 am
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Events
If you love trees and want to give back to your community, the Neighborhood Tree Steward Program might be for you!
May 16, 2026 through – July 25, 2026
9:00 am
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1:00 pm
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Classes and activities
Please join Portland Parks & Recreation and the Friends of Oaks Bottom for a litter pick up event at Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.
June 6, 2026
9:00 am
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12:00 pm
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Volunteer event
Join PP&R and Hoyt Arboretum Friends to care for Portland's living museum of trees.
June 6, 2026
9:00 am
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12:00 pm
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Volunteer event
Join Portland Parks & Recreation in the historic Lilac Garden at Duniway Park for a morning of plant and garden care.
June 8, 2026
9:00 am
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11:00 am
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Volunteer event
Past meetings and hearings
