Parks, recreation, and activities
Parks, recreation, and activities
Visit Portland Parks & Recreation to find a park, natural area, or community center, and to sign up for a class or activity.
Services and Resources
Programs
News and Notices
Join the Urban Forestry Commission
Joining the Urban Forestry Commission (UFC) is one of the most effective ways community members can help advocate and care for our city’s urban forest!
Updated News article
Powell Butte Reservoir 1 Roof Repair Update - June 2022
Read our June e-newsletter to learn more about construction on the reservoir roof at Powell Butte.
Newsletter
Summer on the Willamette River – weekly water quality testing begins for 10th season
Want to swim, boat, play in the Willamette River? Water quality is good for recreation. A decade of data show low bacteria levels in the Willamette River - well within DEQ guidelines for water recreation. Find out weekly test results all summer long.
Press release
Construction and Maintenance
Construction starting in October 2021
Forest Park Entrance completion expected spring 2022
A new Errol Heights Park is coming in 2023
Completion expected in 2025
Fall 2021
Strategic and Planning Projects
Upcoming Events
DJ Groove Time - DJ George the Mixologist
Come out and enjoy FREE DJ music in the Park with DJ George the Mixologist!
3:30 pm
–
5:30 pm
Community Event
Bureaus and Offices
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