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.

News and Notices

November Newsletter: Spotlighting St Johns Plaza

PBOT Public Street Plaza Program's November newsletter. Featuring upcoming events and a spotlight on St Johns Plaza.

News article


Construction and Maintenance

Construction started in October 2021, with expected completion in Winter 2023/24
Forest Park Entrance completion delayed due to recent storm damage
A new Errol Heights Park is coming in 2023
Expected Grand Opening May 2024

Upcoming Events

Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge Volunteer Event

Please join Portland Parks & Recreation and the Friends of Oaks Bottom for a stewardship day at Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge.

9:00 am 12:00 pm
Volunteer Event

Planting event at Columbia Children's Arboretum

Join PP&R, the Columbia Slough Watershed Council, and Bark to plant native shrubs and trees at Columbia Children's Arboretum.

10:00 am 1:00 pm
Volunteer Event

Spring Garden Park Volunteer Event

Join us for a stewardship event at Spring Garden Park, this is a great way to get outside, enjoy nature, and help care for your local park.

9:00 am 11:00 am
Volunteer Event