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Risley Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 335 Google reviews · Running trail in Milwaukie, Oregon · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Risley 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.
Lush community space featuring sand pits, swings and playgrounds, as well as tennis and basketball courts.
What runners say about Risley Park
“The verdant surroundings, punctuated by well-maintained pathways and seating areas, make it an ideal place for picnics, leisurely walks, or simply soaking in the serenity.”
“It's quaint in the mid of a neighborhood and peaceful.”
“This place is a great little park, people of all ages come here.”
My kiddos had fun and despite being an older playground, the area and grounds were well maintained. It's nice that the park isn't close to any super busy roads. Both Playgrounds were definitely built with littler kids in mind. The swings and slides are short. The sand was a hit with the kids.
This place is a great little park, people of all ages come here. I personally go there for the basketball quart. One half is usually at least open. Plus there a third warm up hoop off to the side. There are also 2 concrete tennis courts. Most of the space is playground equipment and picnic tables.
Solid. A path that loops around the park, while walking you can see all angles of park at any point in your walk. So great for getting a walk in and letting the kids play. Bball court surface was good, not an ankle breaker. Two play structures, one in sand and the other in cedar bark, former is messy..
This is a great park with a playground, basketball court, tennis court and a big dog field. It's quaint in the mid of a neighborhood and peaceful. Big oak trees at the south end of the park and a small stream running through it. Great for families, dog owners and anybody but creeps.
Trail conditions & character
“I recently took my grandson there with his new bike he is learning to ride with training wheels and my small dog.”
“There is an ADA accessible portapotty and a drinking fountain, but no other real "facilities".”
“It's quaint in the mid of a neighborhood and peaceful.”
“The sand pit is a hit and there's so much space for my kids to run around, not to mention two play structures, a double tennis court and a paved path around the park.”
“It's a perfect mix of play structures, a big, grassy open space, and a very nice greenway path leads you through a nice, shady wooded by open area.”
“There is an ADA accessible portapotty and a drinking fountain, but no other real "facilities".”
“There is an ADA accessible portapotty and a drinking fountain, but no other real "facilities".”
Plan your run at Risley 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 trailheadrestrooms, 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.
- Websitencprd.com
- Phone+1 503-794-8030
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–10 pm |
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