Portland Hiking Guide — Forest Park, Gorge Trails & Urban Hikes

Portland’s hiking reputation rests on two assets: Forest Park, a 5,200-acre wilderness in the city limits, and the Columbia River Gorge, a spectacular 80-mile canyon 45 minutes east. The city offers urban trails, extinct volcanic cones, and immediate access to some of the Pacific Northwest’s best hiking. Weather—predominantly cool and rainy October-March—shapes the hiking season.

Forest Park — 5,200 Acres of Urban Wilderness

Forest Park spans 5,200 acres and contains 80+ miles of trails. It’s exceptional for a city park: genuine forest, creeks, canyons, and minimal development.