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Cross Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 389 Google reviews · Running trail in Gladstone, Oregon · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Cross Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park with footpaths, picnic tables and benches along the Clackamas River.
What runners say about Cross Park
“It’s a beautiful, serene spot that I’ll definitely be returning to.”
“There are plenty of benches and shaded areas, so it's easy to spend a few hours just soaking up the surroundings.”
“This place is very peaceful, kind of hidden right outside around Mclaughlin Blvd, there's so many spots around next to a nice walk along the river.”
Beautifully maintained park (right behind Gladstone DMV) with a trail along the Clackamas River. There are a few benches and picnic tables along the trail. During hot summer days, you can cool your feet or take a dip in the cool water of the river.
Nice walking loop. Overthe old highrocks bridge though the cove over to Clackamette park, up to McLoughlin over the o.c./gladstone bridge and back. Takes about 45mins if your just on a casual stole. Look for bald eagles, squirrels, herons, woodpeckers, and ducks. Good fishing holes, along both side of the river.
This place is very peaceful, kind of hidden right outside around Mclaughlin Blvd, there's so many spots around next to a nice walk along the river. Lot's of shaded areas too as well which is always a plus.
Cross Park is a true gem! I recently visited, and it’s now one of my favorite spots to unwind and enjoy nature. The park is beautifully maintained, with lush green spaces, well-paved walking trails, and plenty of open areas for picnicking, playing, or simply relaxing.
Trail conditions & character
“Narrow little park overlooking Clackamas River and beaches with shaded footpaths.”
“This place is very peaceful, kind of hidden right outside around Mclaughlin Blvd, there's so many spots around next to a nice walk along the river.”
“There are plenty of benches and shaded areas, so it's easy to spend a few hours just soaking up the surroundings.”
“Really nice place to cool off, n let ur dog play in the water.”
“The park is beautifully maintained, with lush green spaces, well-paved walking trails, and plenty of open areas for picnicking, playing, or simply relaxing.”
Plan your run at Cross Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Running trails near Gladstone
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
High Rocks Park
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Maddax Woods
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