Popular Roundups
These Calm Waters Made Our Kids Love Kayaking
Check out these 10 family-friendly places to kayak near Portland, OR.
Local Water Fun Near Portland
Our guide to hitting the water with the kids, be it pool, lake, river or ocean.
Pools, Waterparks and Swimming Holes
Find a local spot to cool off this summer in Portland and the surrounding area.
Portland’s Inclusive Playgrounds
Portland’s dedication to play for all is producing creative, accessible playgrounds for kids of all ages and abilities.
Top 10+ Portland-Area Destination Playgrounds
We found the best playgrounds in the Portland metro area, so you can have free fun all year long.
Our Ultimate Guide to Free Fun in PDX
The best things in life are free — and that includes fun things to do in Portland.
12 Months of Free Things to Do
Whether you’re a local or a tourist, find free, family-friendly activities to do in Portland all year long.
Where to Slide and Swing in Vancouver
Just take a quick drive over the Interstate Bridge and you’ll find a whole new world of playgrounds to explore.
Kid-Friendly Bike Paths in Portland, OR
From the classics to new favorites, these trails are perfect for young riders!
Portland’s 11 Best Places to Decorate Cakes and Cookies with Kids
Decorate something delicious with your kids.
Portland-Area Ice Skating and Roller Skating Rinks
Get ready for some good old fashioned family fun at these local skating rinks.
More Family Fun
The Ultimate Portland Bucket List: 101 Things to Do with Kids
Whether you are looking for indoor activities or outdoor explorations, you’ll find some fun ideas here—all for free!
Welcome to Foster Powell — aka FoPo — a burgeoning and creative area in Southeast Portland that follows Foster Road […]
I was completely surprised by how kid-friendly the Beacon Rock trail is. We even saw a three-year-old tackling it—though I’d […]
Booking campgrounds is basically an Olympic sport in the Pacific Northwest, but don’t worry — here’s the easiest way to do it.
