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About Pier Park
Pier Park, a large 85-acre park in North Portland's St. Johns neighborhood, is perfect for spending time outside. With so many amenities, there really is something for everyone.
One of the main attractions is the disc golf course, which is set among tall trees and is considered one of the top disc golf courses in the country. It’s fun for both beginners and experienced players.
Families will love the playgrounds, open sports fields, and the skate park where kids can practice their moves. If you enjoy a quiet walk, there are shaded trails where you can take in the sights and sounds of nature. The park’s forest is home to birds and other wildlife, so you might spot something interesting on your walk.
There are many picnic areas with tables and shelters, making it easy to enjoy a meal outside. The park also has a swimming pool that’s open in the summer, and tennis courts.
Pier Park is a great place to relax, play, and enjoy nature.
Tree Work in Pier Park: September 30 to October 9
PP&R Urban Forestry is performing tree work throughout Pier Park from September 30 to October 9. This work includes the removal of several dead trees, as well as a large Grand Fir with extensive fungal decay near its base. New trees will be planted to replace those that are removed.
Pier Pool Is Closed for Repairs
Due to mechanical issues, Pier Pool is currently closed. More information is available in our press release.
Disc Golf
For more information about disc golf in Portland parks, visit our Disc Golf webpage.
Skatepark Stats
- Size: 11,000 square feet (3,700 square feet of street course and 7,300 square feet of transition)
- Transition: 20-feet diameter full-pipe with a mouse hole in the side
- Connects an 11.5-feet deep bowl with a 9.5-feet deep bowl
- Has additional 6-feet and 3.5-feet deep bowls
- Street Course: granite hubbas, seven stair, handrails, ledges, and banks
- Entrance: 10-feet wide, 200-feet long curvilinear skateable entry with ledges and banks; entitled Walkwave by artist Adam Kuby
The park was named for Stanhope S. Pier, who served as a Portland city commissioner in the late 1920s and as acting mayor in 1931. In 1930, Commissioner Pier proposed several improvements, including a pool in Albina, the expansion of Mt Scott and Lents Parks, and the development of Pier Park in the style of Laurelhurst, then considered the most beautiful park in the city.
Thanks to funding from the Parks Replacement Bond, a new Portland Loo was installed to replace Restroom A (also known as the "Tin Shed") at Pier Park. The project also included a new drinking fountain and new ADA accessible pathways to improve access to the Loo and informational kiosks.
Accessibility Notes
Parking
- Street parking
- Paved pathway with a moderate slope
- 800 feet to play area
Play Area
- Ramp into the play area
- Engineered mulch
- Rubberized surface for spinning buckets
Play Equipment
- Sensory play elements
- Rope climbing structure
Other Amenities
- Accessible restroom
- Accessible picnic tables
- Accessible splash pad