Forest Park

This place is absolutely beautiful! Highly recommend. It is a dog friendly trail. Trail was pretty muddy so make sure to wear good shoes to hike in.

Place: *Many trails here so you feel secluded though it is a very popular hiking area. *Not an exaggeration, this is an enchanting beautiful green forest. *Local and touristic. Pet: *Dog friendly. *Dogs must be in leash. *Dogs will love this place! Pros: *Cooling temperature all year around. *Easy to find parking (came at 6:30pm on a Sunday & 6pm on weekdays). *Running/jogging friendly place. Cons: *No trash bins. *Visible amount of poop bags. *Some dead end trails. Tips: *Check out the classy, tasteful & unique line of houses around Forest Park. *Know there are no bins; if you bring your dog you will have to carry the poop bag throughout the hike or take it with you. *2 loop trails doable for couple hrs - see photo.

Lovely hike! Dog friendly.

Lush, woodsy, with wide, well-kept trails. This is a perfect hiking area for Portlanders looking for a local escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Does get a little muddy during the wet season. Also great for kids - the Witch’s Castle (or Stone House) is a fun destination for young ones.

Largest urban park in the US! Forest Park’s jewel is the Wildwood Trail marked by blue diamonds. All other trails branch from that. Good for year-round hiking on well-maintained trails through old-growth forest. Highly recommend for a quick escape from the city to a mossy wonderland.