Hiker at Lower Macleay Park trail to Pittock Mansion Hike. Local adventures in Portland, Oregon

Local Adventures near Portland Oregon

I hope you can find here some great ideas for your local adventures, no more than one hour from Portland Area! Because to feel adventurous, you don’t need to travel to some exotic location far away.

We are so blessed to have so many beautiful and fun options in Portland and nearby areas, from day trips, to road trips, from a neighborhood Park to State Parks, and the list continues.

Our idea of Big Little Adventures came from the concept of being a tourist in your hometown. Discovering places that we are maybe taking for granted and enjoy them with fresh eyes.

Sometimes just visiting the same place during a different season offers new views, new activities, one more way to enjoy the time there.

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Local adventures near Portland Oregon

Local adventures ideas

For a day full of fun, without traveling far. Our favorite ones!

Hansen Ridge Park

Hansen Ridge Park

A small and beautiful playground connected with trails, a creek, and a wetland. Hansen Ridge Park: play and nature exploring ...
Hoyt Arboretum trail

Hoyt Arboretum Portland

A museum of living trees: beautiful hiking trails in the middle of the city! Hoyt Arboretum features 12 miles of ...
Spring Garden Park

Spring Garden Park

Fabulous park. Spring Garden Park is a true gem with a splash pad and an original playground! Spring Garden Park ...
Pioneer Park Playground at Sherwood Oregon

Pioneer City Park

Pioneer City Park features a new playground with a beautiful forest. The park's playground is currently closed in an effort ...
Arch bridge at Moulton Falls Regional Park

Moulton Falls Regional Park

A place that looks like taken straight out of a Fairy Tale: Moulton Falls Regional Park. The hike at this ...

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