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Marquam Nature Park is comprised of over 176 acres of undeveloped land and over 5 miles of hiking trails it is the third largest park in Portland. Minutes from downtown and easily accessible by public transportation, the park provides excellent hiking and running opportunities, an escape from city life, forested scenic views and native habitats that help to enhance the region's air and water quality.

This four mile trail can be windy at times, but it is a beautiful, convenient and family-friendly trail that runs right along the Columbia River from the Broughton Beach boat ramp out to I-205. You can park at the boat ramp or enter the trail behind Pacific Power Boats at Northeast 33rd and Marine Drive. You'll see the entrance under the Northeast 33rd overpass about 20 yards down the street. Get on the trail away from the traffic and make up time as you speed toward Broughton Beach, where you'll cross Marine Drive.

Located approximately 4 miles south of Old Town Sherwood and 10 minutes west of 1-5 Wilsonville exit 283, Magness Memorial Tree Farm is now an internationally recognized demonstration forest and outdoor education site enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year.

This beautiful 80 acre property has a large natural area, small stream, nine comparative forest management zones, 2.5 miles of hiking trails, recreation field, small picnic shelter, and rustic log cabins for youth group overnight camping, outdoor schools, and retreats.

Maddox Woods has unpaved trails through wooded areas along a beautiful stretch of the Willamette River — perfect for a picnic.

Volunteers have been pitching in to reclaim the woods and the adjacent Burnside Park from English Ivy and other non-native invasive plants. You can volunteer to help save the beautiful trees, native plants, and animals in our wonderful nature parks.

This 24-acre park follows the north shore of the East Fork Lewis River. It features beautiful picnicking and hiking areas and a spectacular view of the falls that gives this park its name.