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George Rogers Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 528 Google reviews · Running trail in Lake Oswego, Oregon · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from George Rogers 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.
Riverfront park with playgrounds and picnic tables for swimming and kayaking as well as boat launches.
What runners say about George Rogers Park
“Kayak rentals (through Alder Creek), the clean restrooms, rich history, and amazing trails are just the start.”
“The grassy area is great for kites/ sunbathing/ setting up gear and theres a beautiful little bridge that crosses Oswego Creek and leads to a short trail.”
“It’s such a beautiful, peaceful place — a perfect mix of open green space, shady trees, and river views.”
“People also race by in their boats so if you're looking for peace or a calm place to swim, this probably isn't it.”
There’s a lot that I love about this place. Kayak rentals (through Alder Creek), the clean restrooms, rich history, and amazing trails are just the start. However, parking can be congested so I suggest you arrive early. Super family friendly but also lots of dogs- just fyi.
Amazing local park with so many things to do! Great place for kids and families. It gets busy here early, especially on the weekends. Arrive early (before 9) for parking in the shade. Very popular spot for kayaking and paddle boarding. There's a nice beach and some places in the shade as well. Swim away!
Wonderful park with a good mix of sports fields for soccer and baseball, playgrounds, the picnic area and a wonderful shoreline along the Willamette River. The remnants of the old iron smelter from back when Lake Oswego was known as the "Pittsburgh of the West" are here.
This is a beautiful and versatile park, with picnic areas, riverfront access, gorgeous paved paths and trails. Very well maintained with plenty of clean restrooms. There are fantastic views and lots of open grassy space, as well as stone BBQ installations. The old furnace structure is magnificent.
Trail conditions & character
“There is parking download near the iron smelter, next to the picnic area and then up top next to the sports fields.”
“The grassy area is great for kites/ sunbathing/ setting up gear and theres a beautiful little bridge that crosses Oswego Creek and leads to a short trail.”
“There's a steep set of stairs near the lower restrooms, and at the other end of the lower grass area there's also a ramp that goes down in a zigzag pattern as well as steps.”
“There's a steep set of stairs near the lower restrooms, and at the other end of the lower grass area there's also a ramp that goes down in a zigzag pattern as well as steps.”
“It’s such a nice place to bring a dog for a peaceful walk or a quiet picnic.”
“It’s such a beautiful, peaceful place — a perfect mix of open green space, shady trees, and river views.”
“It’s such a beautiful, peaceful place — a perfect mix of open green space, shady trees, and river views.”
“This is a beautiful and versatile park, with picnic areas, riverfront access, gorgeous paved paths and trails.”
“Park is ADA accessible so all can enjoy the outdoors.”
Plan your run at George Rogers Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteci.oswego.or.us
- Phone+1 503-675-2549
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
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