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Forest Park, which is owned and operated by the City of St. Louis, is considered one of the nation’s greatest urban public parks. The Park’s 1,300 acres feature beautiful landscapes sprinkled with forests, ecosystems, nature reserves, lakes and streams, as well as five of the region’s major cultural institutions and endless opportunities ...
A master-planned community, founded in 1956 and incorporated in 1961, Forest Park is the second largest city in Hamilton County, Ohio, with 20,000 residents in 7,900 households. Forest Park is also home to an active community of 350 businesses. READ MORE.
A mix of natural treasures and man-made prizes, Forest Park is 500+ acres of options for visitors. With a “knob and kettle” terrain (a series of small hills) and 165 acres of trees, the park is an agrarian delight.
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Last updated Friday, May 17, 2024:We are still addressing damage from the January 2024 winter storm. When you visit Forest Park, please be aware of your surroundings. Many trails are still in hazardous condition. All trail closures are listed on the trail closures and delays webpage.
There are more than 40 access points to Forest Park. Popular trailheads and the trails they connect can be found on the Forest Park Trails printable map. Traveling by Car Parking conditions vary widely and have been categorized below by capacity. Many parking areas are shared with neighbors, so please be respectful and follow posted signage. Please...
Forest Park’s trails transport visitors from Portland’s urban core into more than 5,200 acres of native northwest forest. Anchored by the 30-mile Wildwood Trail, a National Recreation Trail, Forest Park’s trail network provides unparalleled recreation and transportation opportunities within Portland city limits. Forest Park’s trails follow the gent...
Forest Park’s trails are primitive and can be steep, with average grades of 10%, average cross slopes of 7%, and natural obstacles up to 10 inches high. Motorized mobility devices are allowed in the park for people with disabilities. Forest Park’s only ADA Accessible trail segment is located on the Lower Macleay Trail and can be accessed from the L...
Forest Park is located on the northeast slope of Portland’s West Hills, the southernmost segment of the Tualatin Mountain Range. This narrow peninsula of land provides habitat connection all the way to the Oregon Coast Range. The park landscape is shaped by 30 miles of seasonal and perennial streams originating along the crest of the slope and drai...
Renew Forest Parkis a long-term initiative to invest holistically in the park’s ecological health, infrastructure, and public access.
Thanks to funding from the voter-approved Parks Replacement Bond, this project replaced bridges at three locations on the Lower Macleay, Maple, and Wildwood Trails in Forest Park. This project is also part of the Renew Forest Park initiative.
Volunteering Want to give back to the park you love? How about meet other people or explore new parts of Forest Park? Our Natural Area Volunteer Stewardship Programworks with volunteers to restore natural area habitat and maintain trails for park visitors. Reporting Our staff works hard to keep Forest Park’s trails safe and accessible. Please let u...
The Forest Park Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP) outlines a set of management guidelines to meet conservation, recreation, and education goals. Adopted in 1995 by City Council, it continues to provide the foundation for the work we do and the investments we make in the park. The Desired Future Conditions (DFCs) identify five ecological goal...
Forest Park offers an unparalleled opportunity for visitors to experience a true Northwest forest without leaving the Portland city limits. If you are a first-time user of Forest Park, you can read more about park hours, rules and history and see a map of all of the trailheads.
Feb 13, 2024 · Escape the city without leaving Portland; with 70 miles of trails within Portland city limits, 5,156-acre Forest Park is a popular escape for runners, equestrians and hikers alike and supporting more than 112 bird and 62 mammal species.
Forest Park Forever is a private nonprofit conservancy that partners with the City of St. Louis to restore, maintain and sustain Forest Park. Supported by our generous members, donors and volunteers, we ensure that Forest Park is beautiful and welcoming — now and forever.
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