Forest Park, Portland
NW 29th Ave & Upshur, Portland, OR 97210
5,200 acres · 80 miles of trails
Trek the 80 miles of trails in Portland's vast metropark forest with your leashed dog. Features include shade, water sources, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Wear sturdy shoes for the rugged paths.
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- Park
- Forest Park, Portland
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Coordinates
- 45.5828, -122.7244
- Size
- 5,200 acres
- Trail miles
- 80
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.9 / 5 (12,800 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 8.0 / 10 — Exceptional
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.9 from 12,800 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 5,200 acres of room
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Dog policy
5,200-acre forest park (one of largest urban forests in US). Leashed dogs on 80 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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