Heads up...Water is really high currently, up to (and over) the trail completely in spots, with…read moreslick boardwalks. Still a great park!

Peaceful and tranquil. Well maintained park within walking distance from my house. The trails are…read morepaved and have some nice inclines for a good workout. It's a great place to escape suburban life and get some time in nature with the mature trees providing plenty of shade especially on hot summer days. In the fall you can experience the changing colors of the leaves and all year round you can listen to the birds chirping and the bubbling of the creek that runs throughout.

I really enjoy this park and after visiting twice this weekend, I'm reminded that I should make an…read moreeffort to visit more often and experience it in every season. This park has extensive walking trails, both paved and unpaved with lots of variety in the elevation which makes for a great workout with inclines and downhills. There are tons of trees but also lots of open space so you can experience the sun and also have plenty of shade. With benches and other built-in seating (retaining walls) throughout the park, there are so many places to take a break, enjoy the sights and sounds of nature or meditate. There is also a play area for the kids as well as picnic areas and a nice wood burning fireplace, and rest rooms nearby. There are also tennis courts and parking is plentiful. On this visit we ventured off to the left of the main trail and did some serious hiking up the hill, which we surprisingly discovered backs up to a nearby neighborhood. It felt like we were truly away in the woods even though civilization is so close by! This park is a true example of why I love Oregon so much. Nature is so accessible and part of the community, not separate or hard to get to. It's magical that you can literally cross the street from your house and be surrounded by beautiful trees and wildlife.

Beautiful park and very nicely kept grounds. This park has something for everyone. There's a…read moreplayground side with covered picnic tables. A little pond area with a small deck. Grassy fields. Tennis court. A water ramp for kayakers/SUP. And then the nature trails! The best part of the park. You can walk next to the river and enjoy all the sights and sounds. Dog-friendly too, make sure they are on leashes tho. During some periods of the year, the park and trails get flooded so you can't walk in some areas but it's still cool to see.

I visit this park often due to the little free library and wide paved walking trail that makes it…read moreeasy to walk loops or figure-eights. The grass gets pretty soggy during winter but is great when it's dry out. Tables are shaded and close to both play areas. There is a single restroom near the play area and a portapotty next to the parking lot on the other side of the park. This is a great spot to watch the air show from during the summer.

A couple years ago my kids took a Judo class at the "Rec Center" here at Griffin Oaks Park. We…read moredrove over, watched the class and turned around and drove back. We were totally oblivious (and obviously blind) that there was a cute little playground just a couple hundred feet away. After discovering the park it has quickly became my kids favorite. Lots of fun distractions for them, but their favorite part of the park by far is the zip line. They aren't quite tall enough to reach it by themselves, so Dad is the one who whips the bar to them so they can fly down and sometimes into each other. Yeah I didn't like it at first, but they like it...Daddy lets them play. The only reason that I didn't give 5 stars is that the maintenance needs to be improved. At least on the zip line which is where they play the most. One of them is really rusted and it doesn't work so well anymore. Another issue is the masking for COVID. I always have masks ready for all of us if there are others (no matter who or how many). Unfortunately it seems like not everyone does this. I encourage everyone to practice safe play and help control the spread as much as possible.

We decided to explore this park on a very cold, windy and rainy day in Hillsboro and I must say it…read morewas perfect because we basically had the place all to ourselves! I was able to take some good pictures and explore all the park has to offer-beautifully manicured walking paths, playgrounds, swings, picnic table area, fire pit and a nature education area across the street. I'm so grateful to live in Hillsboro- we have some really neat, well maintained parks!

Tamarack Park is one of my favorite parks in the Hillsboro area! I have a two year old and I feel…read morelike the playground area is perfect for him. For starters, this is one of the few fully fenced parks that I know of in the area and it is significantly less busy than Hidden Creek. It's also quite a bit smaller so it's easier to watch your kiddo while still letting them have the freedom to run around. There are two structures, one for 2-5 year olds and then one for bigger kids. There are no toddler swings but they do have a double swing with seats in it if your child is halfway between needing a toddler swing and using a standard swing. We typically spend about an hour here each time we visit and could easily stay longer. There are some picnic tables under a sheltered structure right next to the fenced in playground that you can do lunch at and they do have restrooms on site. The parking is street parking in a residential neighborhood and I've never had a hard time finding a spot. The entire area is clean and well kept.

Great day for a hike and Chehalem Ridge didn't disappoint. Plenty of parking, clean restrooms, and…read moresome very nice views. I'll be going back.

Beautiful park with tree covered trails and wide paths…read more We did the woodland trail then continued up Timber Road and onto the Chehalem Ridge trail. Path was mostly flat with slight inclines here and there until you got to Timber Road, this was really the only tougher incline, mostly because it was out in the direct sun. The scenery was beautiful forrest and ferns, with a couple viewpoints out to the hills in the distance. Directional signage on the trials was pretty good, didn't notice any maps aside from the one at the entrance, but at least you could see when trail intersected and which way to go for each. We came on a Friday afternoon, the parking was plentiful and we almost had the trial to ourselves. There are two covered picnic areas at the trailhead, both had a handful of picnic tables and benches. Beware - we were chased off by yellow jackets while trying to enjoy our lunch. We were there on a pretty warm day, so they seemed to be extra active. Restrooms at the trailhead were spacious and clean.

Cooper Mountain Nature Park is a great spot for getting outdoors and enjoying some fresh air. The…read moretrails are well-maintained, and we love that there are three different routes to choose from: Little Prairie Loop, Cooper Mountain Loop, and Larkspur Loop. We took about an hour and a half to complete a 3.5-mile hike with the kids, starting from the parking lot, exploring the Little Prairie Loop, and doing a full circle around the Cooper Mountain Loop. We avoided Blacktail Way since it takes a bit longer to get back to the parking lot, but it's great to have options for all hiking preferences. One of the best features is the trail maps along the way--super helpful and makes it hard to get lost. It's always a joy to step outside and enjoy nature here. There is a small playground kids can also enjoy next to the parking lot. Highly recommend!

First hike in Oregon!…read more What we loved most was how close it is to home. The trail is listed as beginner friendly, but if you struggle with inclines or you're not very active, be prepared for a bit of a challenge. We completed the full 3 miles, and the views were absolutely worth it! I definitely struggled near the end because I'm athletically challenged. Overall, it was a great hike, and we'd definitely do it again!

What a great park and I love how "tucked in" it feels. Ample parking and a nicely laid out parking…read morelot. I came here for the first time to see a Movie in the Park which was such a great time. Everything was laid out so well for the event and with the entrance path it was much easier for me since I need a cane and can have walking challenges. I want to come back and wander through the trails!

Heads up! Trail closure until May 2024. The whole back side of the upper loop blocked. You can…read morestill cross the bridges on both sides but no connection.

WOW this is quite good wow its pretty nice for football walking talking jogging running wheeling…read morebiking scootering skating it is pretty clean nice pretty nice to walk when it is dark

Awesome place to go for everyone, it has turf fields for soccer or anything related to that, it has…read moremultiple playgrounds and public restrooms as well. Nice water features for the summer along with tennis/ pickleball/basktball courts