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Courtesy Jamie FrancisRead MoreBiking
Portland has many neighborhoods, so while the downtown area can be easily covered on foot, those who want to explore further and don’t want to drive can rent a bike from BIKETOWN, Nike’s bike sharing program, which has over 100...
Read MoreColumbia River Gorge
Thirty miles east of Portland, the Columbia River Gorge boasts miles of hiking trails and over 90 waterfalls. While the canyon is fun to explore and offers windsurfing, hiking, paddle boarding and a number of breweries for a post-hike indulgence...
Read MoreDay Trip: Mount Hood
A 90-minute drive from Portland, Mount Hood rises more than 11,000 feet above sea level and boasts the longest ski season in North America, offering 365 days of skiing. A part of the Cascade Range, the mountain offers fun activities...
Courtesy Thomas ShahanRead MoreDay Trip: Pacific City
Oregon’s rugged, dramatic coastline conjures up visions of Big Sur, with windswept beaches and rocky cliffs that jut out from the water. Two hours by car from Portland, Pacific City is the most charming beach town along Oregon’s coastline and...
Read MoreDistillery Row
Located in an area once home to warehouses, Portland’s Distillery Row is now known for its plethora of small-batch distilleries. Some of the best include House Spirits (65 SE Washington St.), known for its Aviation Gin, and New Deal Distillery...
Read MoreForest Park
The largest urban park in the United States, Forest Park spans over 5,000 acres and sits ten minutes by car from Portland’s downtown area. The eight-mile-long reserve is home to over 70 miles of trails, 112 bird and 62 mammal...
Read MoreInternational Rose Test Garden
Established in 1917 by a Portlander who was worried about European rose hybrids and their ability to withstand the ravages of WWI, the International Rose Test Garden boasts roughly 8,000 rose bushes and 590 varieties of the flower. In bloom...
Read MoreKnot Springs
Opened in 2016, Portland’s multipurpose spa, gym and health center, Knot Springs, is an oasis along the Willamette River. Located on the waterfront in downtown Portland, the membership-based “social club centered around health, wellness and good times” offers day passes...
Read MoreLan Su Chinese Garden
In 1999, 65 workers came from Portland’s sister city in China, Suzhou, to the Oregon capital with the intent of creating a traditional Chinese garden. The product of this endeavor (which included bringing wood and rocks all the way from...
Read MoreMt. Tabor Park
Oregon’s Mount Tabor is an extinct volcano that is surrounded by a 190-acre park, making it a destination for exploring the outdoors on warm days. There are three reservoirs, picnic areas, two playgrounds, ample hiking trails and tennis, volleyball and...
Read MorePittock Mansion
Built in 1909, this 46-room, French Renaissance–style home is one of Portland’s most beautiful architectural landmarks. The century-old château provides a glimpse of life in the early 20th century, and is filled with antiques and family artifacts from the original...
Read MorePortland Art Museum
The oldest museum on the West Coast, the Portland Art Museum was founded in 1892 and resides in a sprawling space on the fringe of downtown Portland. With over 42,000 works of art in the private collection and many rotating...
Courtesy Jonathan LeyRead MorePortland Japanese Garden
Opened in 1963 with the goal of fostering good will between the United States and Japan in the post-WWII years, Portland’s Japanese Garden is a haven of tranquility in Washington Park. Meticulously maintained, the must-visit attraction boasts stunning views of...
