April 2018 PDX Parent Magazine

TOP 5 Cool New Parks
➊ The groovy new play structure at Ventura Park in outer SE Portland is an interactive art installation/jungle gym.
➋ Luuwit View Park in northeast Portland has accessible play features and a water play area, just in time for warmer weather.
➌ Hidden Falls Community Park (pictured above) opens this summer in Happy Valley, with a paved trail leading to a pristine waterfall.
➍ Hyland Woods Natural Area in Beaverton has a mile of soft-surface trails to prowl and a nature play area for fort building and woodpecker spying.
➎ Climb 930 feet to the top of the new Hogan Butte Park in Gresham. On a clear day, you can see Mount Rainier. — J.S.
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