This page was updated on February 3, 2026.
Please see Portland Parks & Recreation's Inclement Weather Policy for additional closure information during extreme weather.
Trail issues
Contact ParkTrails@PortlandOregon.gov to report trail hazards or failures.
Report a Trail Hazard or Failure
Tree issues
Call 503-823-TREE to report tree emergencies on public roads or City property.
Errol Heights
Natural Area Trail Caution
The Natural Area Trail near the overlook has an edge failure that narrows this section of trail to about 36 inches of clear width. The area is marked with cones and fencing. The trail remains open, but please use caution and stay away from the marked off area.
Forest Park
Leif Erickson parking area at Germantown Rd
The trailhead parking area for Leif Erickson at Germantown will be closed from February 2nd to February 13th for maintenance and parking improvements. Please use other trailheads in the area.
Maple Trail Closure: Firelane 4 to Koenig
Update: January 30, 2026: Repair work to the bridge on the Maple Trail between Firelane 4 and Koenig Trail is planned for late winter/early spring 2026. This section of the Maple Trail has been closed due to severe storm damage that has made the bridge crossing unsafe. For your safety and for that of workers, please respect the closure and follow the detour. Thank you!
Ridge Trail parking area on NW Bridge Avenue
The Ridge Trail parking area on NW Bridge Avenue is closed indefinitely due to safety concerns. This area presents significant safety issues, including falling rock and inadequate space for pedestrians to walk safely along NW Bridge Avenue between the parking area and the trailhead. For your safety, please access the Ridge Trail by bus, bicycle, or walking; or, if you must drive, park your vehicle on the east side of the St. Johns Bridge and proceed across the bridge to the trail.
Wildwood Trail at mile 15.2 - Caution
Caution: There is a stepped bypass route to the bridge on the Wildwood Trail at mile 15.2. The bridge is closed. Please use caution at this temporary crossing and do not use the bridge.
River View Natural Area
Trail 3 and Trail 6
Closures: Trail 3, in the southeast corner of River View Natural Area, is closed due to a catastrophic trail failure where it crosses Stream 6. The area is extremely unstable. Additionally, a segment of Trail 6 is closed due to an unstable drainage crossing. Please see map for details.
Whitaker Ponds
Boardwalk
Beginning January 6, 2025, the boardwalk out to the floating dock will be closed for approximately 3-6 months while the boardwalk is getting repaired. For your safety, please stay out of the construction area. Trails around the ponds remain open.
Inclement Weather Policy
Please see Portland Parks & Recreation's Inclement Weather Policy for additional closure information during extreme weather.
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