For the first 10 miles, all is quiet, with precious few hikers: a replenishing forest hush and distant rattle of downy woodpeckers. That Zen ends when I face-plant just past the Trillium Trail; by the time I stumble through the rock-studded creek crossings between Firelanes 7 and 1, my feet feel like broken glass, and my knees hiss under a thick mud plaster. The sun is high in the sky when I spot my dad, with a buffet of candy bars on his car hood.
After decades of dreaming, big shifts—from a shiny visitors center to mountain bike trails—await the city's crown jewel. If Pioneer Courthouse Square is Portland's living room, this hideaway is its boozy backyard. Off-leash dogs threaten wildlife and damage fragile habitat, like streams and native plants. Dog owners are responsible for packing out all trash and dog waste.
Please do not leave waste bags by the side of the trail. For those riding a bike, there are more than 25 miles of roads, firelanes, and trails open to bikes within Forest Park, including Leif Erikson Drive, Saltzman Road, Springville Road, and many firelanes.
Motorized mobility devices are allowed for people with disabilities. Beyond this exception, e-bikes, electric scooters, and other motorized transport are not allowed in the park. Nearly 25 miles of roads, firelanes, and trails are open to people on horseback.
However, equestrian users should be aware that there is no designated horse trailer parking and parking areas can fill quickly. Trail Closures Be aware that wind, rain, and high water can leave trails and roads a bit of a mess with hazards like downed trees, landslides, and flooding.
Visit Trail Closures and Delays for current information. Motorized mobility devices are allowed in the park for people with disabilities. The closest address is NW Upshur Street. The 0. There are two accessible parking spaces at the Lower Macleay Trailhead. The route from the parking lot to the Pittock Mansion grounds, which offer panoramic views of the city and mountains, is paved, but not ADA compliant.
Visit the Pittock Mansion website for more information. For information for people of all abilities about recreational trails in the Portland-Vancouver region, including a profile of the hike from the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center to Pittock Mansion , visit AccessTrails. This narrow peninsula of land provides habitat connection all the way to the Oregon Coast Range.
The park landscape is shaped by 30 miles of seasonal and perennial streams originating along the crest of the slope and draining east to the Willamette River.
Ferns, forbs, and shrubs are common native plant types in the understory, including Polystichum munitum sword fern , Adiantum pedatum maidenhair fern , Acer circinatum vine maple , Mahonia nervosa Oregon grape , and Trillium ovatum trillium. The forest canopy, creeks, and terrain provide habitat to over species of birds, 50 species of mammals, and species of invertebrates. The park also contains three fish-bearing streams with resident non-migrating trout: Balch Creek, Saltzman Creek, and Miller Creek.
Salmonids have been documented in Forest Park only within Miller Creek, confirming that there is fish passage to the Willamette River. Approximately half of the park is in good ecological health, supporting native species and proper watershed function. The other half is significantly impacted by the presence of invasive species and weedy trees, most prominently ivy, clematis, non-native blackberry, laurel, and holly.
This project is also part of the Renew Forest Park initiative. Volunteering Want to give back to the park you love? How about meet other people or explore new parts of Forest Park? Our Natural Area Volunteer Stewardship Program works with volunteers to restore natural area habitat and maintain trails for park visitors.
Please let us know if you encounter unsafe conditions, including:. A concise guide to the park, this map and guide includes a large relief map of the entire park, user guidelines, and nine recommended hiking and running trails with elevation profiles and information on the flora and fauna you'll see along the way. Includes topographical lines and elevation profiles for the Wildwood Trail.
Available online , at our office at SW 11th Avenue in Portland and at many local retailers. Unfortunately, this app is no longer compatible with current operating systems and has been removed from the Apple Store. We recommend using Google Maps as a mobile map solution for visitors or purchasing one of our paper maps, available online. Maps, Directions And Trails Conditions.
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