Go Chasing Waterfalls at Wahclella Falls
This spring, head out for a hike and get rewarded with a scenic, two-tiered waterfall at Wahclella Falls.
The Ultimate Portland Summer Camps Cheat Sheet
Summer camps — it’s that time of year again! Are you overwhelmed by the sheer number of options in the Portland area? We’ve got you! Read on for our handy list on summer camps in your area.
Budget-Friendly Summer Camps Around Portland
Summer camps are a beloved summertime experiences for many kids. Here are fun and budget-conscious picks for the family.
Portland Summer Camps Lite
If you have a kiddo who is looking to dip their toe into the world of summer camps (or if they only have the bandwidth for a few hours), there are several organizations around the Portland area offering half-day camps.
Five Fantastic Beaverton-Area Playgrounds
Katie is a scientist turned stay at home(ish) child wrangler and freelance writer. She lives in Beaverton with her husband, two small children, and their yappy but lovable dog.
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Spring is coming! Soon the tulips will be in bloom and the weather improving. With the change in weather, it’s time to get outside with the kids. In the Beaverton area, you can find a playground that suits everyone’s taste. Vista Brook Located off Scholls Ferry and SW 88, Vista Brook has the best set …
10 Not-to-Be-Missed End of Summer Activities in Portland
10 Not-to-Be-Missed End of Summer Activities in Portland
Ten Places to Beat the Heat with Kids in Portland
This heat wave has lasted so long, you may be running out of ideas. We’ve got you covered.
10 Great Places to Kayak or SUP with Kids Near Portland, OR
Check out these 10 family-friendly places to kayak near Portland, OR.
Family-friendly Mini Golf Courses
From glow-in-the-dark, to bucolic country club swinging, there are fun options for mini golf in and around Portland.
PP&R Summer Free for All
Free lunch in the park could end up being your family’s most exciting part of the week!
9 Great Family-Friendly Campgrounds Near PDX
Believe it or not, it’s time to reserve campsites for this summer!
All Aboard for Fun at the Molalla Train Park!
If you are looking for a fun adventure with the kids, then Mollala Train Park is the perfect day trip.
Keep Cool at These Six Portland Scoop Shops
Indulge your sweet tooth on National Ice Cream Day — or any day — at one of these classic scoop shops in PDX.
11 Drool-Worthy Portland-area Picnic Spots
Whether you break out a red checkered blanket and wicker basket, or have a more impromptu PB&J affair, here’s a list of some of the very best spots in and around Portland to eat up outside.
Readers Respond: Summer Plans
It has been great to hear what many of you are thinking as we head into what will be a summer like never before.
National Night Out
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National Night Out (NNO) is coming up! NNO lets people shut down local streets to get outside and celebrate their neighborhoods together. A huge part of NNO is also working to connect local public safety officers with their community members. Below are just a few neighborhood block parties. If you want to find what’s happening …
Summer Guides to Water Fun
Your guide to water fun in the Portland metro area.
