Hoyt Arboretum Loop<\/a> \u2013 A scenic loop hike through the northern portion of Washington Park, centered around the Hoyt Arboretum. 4.7 miles, NW Portland<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oak Island<\/a> \u2013 Seasonal hike through the Sauvie Island Wildlife Area, open from mid-April through September. 2.8 miles, Sauvie Island<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smith and Bybee Lakes<\/a> \u2013 A paved trail through the Smith and Bybee Lakes Wetlands Natural Area, home of painted turtles, eagles, herons and more.
2.1 miles, N Portland<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Kelley Point Park<\/a> \u2013 Easy walk along beach and paved trails at the point where the Willamette and Columbia Rivers converge. 1.7 miles, N Portland<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oaks Bottom<\/a> \u2013 Loop hike around the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge \u2013 a wetland, meadow and forest complex that is home to a great diversity of birds.
2.3 miles, SE Portland<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Washington Park Loop<\/a> \u2013 A hike through Washington Park, on dirt trails and sidewalks past some of Portland\u2019s best attractions.
3.9 miles, SW Portland<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Other Iconic Places in Portland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n $\"Commuters$
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Powell\u2019s Books<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The world\u2019s largest Independent Bookstore
1005 w. Burnside St., Portland
http:\/\/www.powells.com\/locations\/powells-city-of-books<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Voodoo Donuts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

22 SW 3rd Avenue, Portland
http:\/\/voodoodoughnut.com\/index.php<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Portland Japanese Gardens<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
611 SW Kingston Avenue, Portland
http:\/\/japanesegarden.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Japanese Garden<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
A Little Further Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Places to Camp Close to Portland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Reserve Ahead of time!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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L.L. \u201cStub\u201d Stewart State Park<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Nestled in the foothills of the Northern Oregon Coast Range, just 24 miles (55 km) east of Portland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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L.L. “stub” Steward State Park<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Oxbow Regional Park <\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
There\u2019s no better place to play on a hot summer day than the cool, clear waters of the federally designated Wild & Scenic Sandy River. Located 25 miles (40 km) east of downtown Portland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Oxbow regional park<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Have Time to Travel to The Oregon Coast?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Situated on a sand spit between the Pacific Ocean and Netarts Bay, Cape Lookout State Park<\/a> provides unparalleled beach access and ocean views 85 miles (137 km) west of Portland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Nearly 10 miles of trails are available to hikers throughout Ecola State Park<\/a> , situated between Cannon Beach and Seaside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Numerous trails offer something for everyone on and around Cascade Head<\/a> . Attractions include colorful wildflowers, barking sea lions, windswept meadows, old-growth forest, and breathtaking ocean views.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Columbia River Gorge <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mt. Hood National Forest <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Places to Camp Close to Portland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n