This nature park is somehow both beautifully maintained and not adequately maintained at the same…read moretime. Important to note that it is a 'nature park' and not a 'city park' which means fewer amenities (no playgrounds and only one restroom in the main parking lot at the Mather Road entrance) and most importantly, no pets or bikes. There are rules for a reason. There are multiple trails that connect to various neighborhoods and loop up to a Summit Trail, however we didn't get any views from the summit. I've started a hike from the Mather Road entrance and it is all up hill for the first stretch. Our most recent experience was better when we parked part way up the hill and started our hike off of SE Talbert Street to connect to the Park Loop Trail. Unfortunately, the posted signs about poison oak were accurate and the trails were covered in poison oak. And while the trails were easy to navigate, the plants are overgrown and crossing the path, so it is hard to avoid contact. I recommend a change of clothes and/or wet wipes to avoid getting poison oak from your stroll. The area is a nice option on hot or rainy days due to the canopy of trees, but not recommended for young children or those with mobility issues. It is a beautiful short hike and you feel away from it all, even though you are close to the city. The restroom was clean and there is shelter that can be rented for events.

Gorgeous neighborhood park!…read more Beautiful hiking trail with a nice large free parking lot!!! The trails are well marked and I got cell phone service while I was on the trail. There are many trails to choose from. I choose to do the park loop, west ridge, and summit and it was a nice little loop that took about an hour or so. It had snowed the morning of, so the trails were muddy so I would definitely recommend hiking boots. I would definitely come back!

POISON OAK WARNING. There is a ton of poison oak around the trails beware. The children's park…read moredidn't have any nearby but once you hit the trails there's tons. Also dangerous cliff warnings on the trails. The park is cute and fun for kids. There's a field for throwing football or soccer or picnic. Nice view of the river.

Love this park because the trails are accessible for those of us with mobility issues. With my…read morecane, I was able to make my way through the gravel and the dirt trails easily and take in the beautiful wildflowers of spring. In April, the prairie area is filled with deep blue camas, and a few white ones sprinkled in. In mass, they paint the prairie blue. Up close, you can see the intricate detail, petals in shades of blue and even purple, with bright yellow eyes in each flower. They are one of my faves! As you leave the sunny prairie, you are instantly in a shady patch of forest and feel far away from the city, even though you are not. Birds chirping is nature's music as you wander the various loops and check out wildflowers nestled under the trees. I spotted Star of Bethlehem, Wild Geranium, Saskatoon, False Solomon's Seal, Field Sorrel, Prairie Mallow, Woodland Violet, and some common daisy. There are benches along the way if you need a rest or just want to stop and breath in the luxury of being in this little magical place. Along the north side, there are views of the Williamette River. In addition to the trails which are off to the right, there is a playground with a basketball court, swings, slides and play gym, all of which were in use this weekday. There is also a decent bathroom, which is very much appreciated. This park is at the end of a neighborhood where the streets are narrow. As you navigate up through the hills, be aware that children are playing. Before the park there is a dirt area for cars and if you go just a little further, a small paved parking area for about 8 cars with one designated handicap spot. This is a fabulous neighborhood park that welcomes visitors like me. April is the perfect time to visit if you want to see the beautiful fields of camas.

Great little park with river access. You do have to pay a small fee. Plenty of picnic tables and…read moreplaces to set up for the day while enjoying the river.

This is a fantastic beautiful park along Eagle Creek! With that said, the only negative was the $8…read moreday-use fee. Other parks with day-use fees around Portland currently usually charge $5, but they do have an annual pass you can get for a certain group of parks if you plan on visiting them regularly. There is a restroom (not just a porta-potty, but an actual restroom. Yay!), a playground, baseball diamond, and lots of picnic tables. Some of the picnic tables have in-ground charcoal BBQ pits, too. They also have a picnic shelter you can pay to reserve. For hiking, they have a few different trails to choose from and all were very well-maintained when we visited. One of the trails is even accessible for folks with mobility issues, all flat and wide. The park & trails have plenty of huge trees for shade, and the big main trail goes along the creek in several places. There are even a few spots where you can hang out right along the creek shore. Aside from the easy accessible trail, I'd say the other trails are mild to medium in difficulty just due to some of the hilly inclines, but we saw families with younger kids walking them without a problem.

This is a huge park, 3-4 blocks with about 80% grassy green space. Great for exercising dogs,…read moreFrisbee, or kicking around soccer balls. There are several picnic tables/benches spread out across the area, mostly open areas in direct sunlight with little or no trees/shade. Not the best park on an really hot day. There are two play structures which is adequate when the park isn't really busy. There is adequate street parking all the way around. Great park if you're already in the neighborhood, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come here!

We have used Knott Park for kids group activities and found it good. There are both open and shaded…read morespaces and picnic tables. The toilet facilities are limited--one on the east side and a portable toilet on the west end. It is a nice community park, but not any features to make it a destination.

(From September, 2024)…read more This park is near my sisters residence and they take my nephew here for walks every morning. The pathway circles around the block which is surrounded with trees, a playground, several picnic areas, tennis/pickleball courts, basketball courts, a pool, and a small church. This allows for plenty of activity here and the park is clean with trash kept in the cans and grass always smoothly cut. While walking here, you'll notice birds chirping and dogs barking; giving for a soulful stroll as you bask in the sounds of nature and a community vibing. I sometimes will come here by myself when I'm in Portland to get a peace of mind and enjoy the moments of solitude. The people are friendly as everyone waves and smiles when you walk by. Talk about representing the neighborhood properly!

Wonderful concert thru Portland Parks and Recreation. The trees in this park, create a cathedral…read morelike environment for people from every background and age. You are likely to run into people you know and it's a great time.

This park is much lovelier than whatever was here before! It's a great resource for the…read moreneighborhood, with a large playground, splash pad, covered picnic tables, public restroom, trash cans and water fountains, walking path, lots of tall trees, and yes even the skate park. It does get loud and busy on weekends. If you're trying to get a table, show up early! I feel for the neighbors who have to deal with loudspeakers and parked cars blocking their driveways. It has also attracted some rough people in recent times, resulting in a shooting. That's not the park's fault though. It has felt mostly safe to me and Parks & Rec does a great job keeping it clean and well-maintained.

Great small park for kids. Can see your child from anywhere. Big enough field for various…read moreactivities.

We visit from Florida every summer and call this the "Castle Park". We're always sure to make…read moreplenty of time to go because it's our favorite park/playground to hang out at on a nice day! Everything about it is beautiful.

Great park. My kids love the creek and the play structure and how close it is to joes donuts.read more

I really like this park. I used to live nearby and visited a few times, then I moved farther away…read moreand now I find us here again. This visit was a starting point for our river adventure. I saw a bunch of people fishing for crayfish at the launch site. I will be back for that alone. I do have several crayfish traps.

This is a massive park, and my singular experience is limited to the two boat ramps, since I was…read moreinvited by a friend who wanted to paddleboard down the river, dragging my wife, my son and I behind them on inflatable tubes, so I can only comment on this limited experience. However, based on these two sections alone, this is a fantastic park for any and all water-based activities. For once, the $5 day use fee seems justified, considering all the things that it offers. Additionally, there are miles of hiking and horseback trails, picnic areas, camp sites, and plenty of open green spaces (shaded or otherwise) for parties and other outdoor activities. It's a little far from home for us, but worth the trek!