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Smith and Bybee Wetlands Trail

Portland, Oregon

1.64 mi / 59 ft gain

This is a lovely shallow lake for kayaking with spectacular views of Mt Hood and Mt St. Helens on clear days. It’s an ideal spot for beginners to learn water sports including, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and swimming. There is a beach and park available for those afternoon picnics and naps too! There is also a professional rowing club that holds competitions on the lake, so plan ahead...

Pier Park Trail

Portland, Oregon

1.11 mi / 161 ft gain

Kelley Point Park Loop

Portland, Oregon

1.2 mi / 105 ft gain

Marine Drive Multiuse Path

Portland, Oregon

11.08 mi / 210 ft gain

North Forest Park Loop via St. Johns Bridge Loop

Portland, Oregon

6.86 mi / 1378 ft gain

Photograph the St. John's Bridge

Portland, Oregon

4.5

To begin, park on North Pittsburg Ave and walk down to the river. Then, turn left and walk down the short less than a quarter mile until you see a spot where the beach is bigger than in other areas. This is an extremely good place to take photographs of the bridge, especially at night. Feel free to go further down the shore, or even go the other way. Return to your car the same way that you came.

Explore Cathedral Park

Portland, Oregon

4.5

Located right underneath the St Johns Bridge, Cathedral Park is hard to miss. It was given its name due to the Gothic looking arches that sit above the park.This is one of my personal favorite places to photograph especially if you enjoy photographing bridges. This park can be crowded or have events so just be aware of others when you are there.

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