Hansen Ridge Park
A small and beautiful playground connected with trails, a creek, and a wetland. Play and nature exploring combined in the same park!
List of visited Parks and Natural areas
After moving to Portland, we created a list of Parks and Natural areas we wanted to explore with my kids to know more about our new home. I'm sharing it here!
Hoyt Arboretum Portland
12 miles of hiking trails just minutes from downtown Portland! My favorite place in the city for finding inner peace and serenity. I visit this place alone or with my kids at least monthly. It's my go-to location when I…
Spring Garden Park
Fabulous park. A true gem with a splash pad and an original playground! Spring Garden Park is an amazing place for kids of all ages!
Tillamook Forest Center
Hiking, learning, playing and picnicking by the river, all in the same place: Tillamook Forest Center! Located at the heart of the Tillamook State Forest, this interpretive and educational center offers an amazing opportunity for learning about the forest and…
Moulton Falls Regional Park
The hike on this 387-acre park is short and beautiful! It's located at the confluence of the East Fork of the Lewis River and Big Tree Creek, on Yacolt, WA. You can find there a gorgeous arch bridge and two…
Mount St. Helens Visitor Center
Located at the 5-mile marker on State Route 504 the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center is a great place for learning about the impact of the volcanic eruption that occurred at Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1980. Kids and…
