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Run Along Waterfront Park

Portland, Oregon

4.5

Looking for a quick run along the water in the heart of Portland? Look no further. This relatively flat 2.6 mile loop runs right along the Willamette and features great views of the city’s bridges, river, the downtown skyline, and all of the fun people enjoying this urban park. From the Salmon Street Springs fountain, follow the river path north through Tom McCall Waterfront Park. Take the Stee...

Waterfront Bike Path to Springwater Corridor Path

Portland, Oregon

24.04 mi / 840 ft gain

Waterfront Bike Path to Kelly Point Park

Portland, Oregon

12.77 mi / 443 ft gain

Night Photography at the OMSI Dock

Portland, Oregon

4.5

Starting at OMSI, walk towards the Hawthorne bridge, and away from the Tillicum bridge. After about a tenth of a mile, you will see a dock and the Hawthorne bridge. Walk down on the dock, or take pictures from above. For added adventure, walk under the Hawthorne bridge and take pictures from the other side!

Terwilliger Trail

Portland, Oregon

6.58 mi / 919 ft gain

Run Along Terwilliger Blvd

Portland, Oregon

2.9

5.2 mi

This is really nice urban run that travels along Terwilliger Boulevard’s runner-friendly, extra-wide sidewalk. The tree-lined path and the expansive views along the route make this run. The views include downtown, the river, and our surrounding mountain ranges. During the fall, the trees explode into a blaze of orange and red. This run is a good option for all levels of runner, as well as famil...

Explore the International Rose Test Garden

Portland, Oregon

4.6

The International Rose Garden located in Washington Park near downtown Portland is a must stop on your visit to the Rose City. The City of Roses, as Portland as known, won't let you down. Portland is host to the largest Rose Test Garden in the U.S. The 5 acre park, with over 7,000 rose bushes, and 500 different varieties has been impressing visitors since 1917. In the middle of the first world ...

Explore the Portland Japanese Garden

Portland, Oregon

4.0

2 mi / 50 ft gain

While the Portland Japanese Garden is a popular place for tourists, it's also a favorite for Portland residents as it's located right in Washington Park close to trails and across from the Rose Garden. The Japanese Garden also just unveiled its Cultural Crossing expansion in April 2017, which included 3.4 more acres to the garden and modern buildings designed by famous architect Kengo Kuma. The...