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Waterfront Park Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 109 Google reviews · Running trail in Portland, Oregon · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Waterfront Park Trail'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.
Riverside pathway featuring waterfront views, picnic tables, and access to several parks.
What runners say about Waterfront Park Trail
“Beautiful river view, fresh air and green grass though out the trail.”
This is a beautiful walk, offering a great way to explore the city's waterfront, take in the scenic beauty of the Willamette River, and enjoy the various parks and landmarks along the way.
Very nice trail along the river! Plenty of people to see walking by. I so happened to encounter some Canadian Geese!
Fantastic I'm here with a really hot looking Sailor. No David Reynolds, My doctor wants me to stay away from him. He's very abusive to me. He's confusing to me. He's really nice to me on the weekends when he spends a few days or more . As soon as he walks out the door,he turns into a evil .
Did my first ride here of my new bike. A lot of dog parks along the trail. Beautiful river view, fresh air and green grass though out the trail. Easy for jogging and biking, family and pet friendly. A must try if looking for some easy trails in the City!
Trail conditions & character
“Perfect for enjoying the views and taking pictures of the river and the bridges.”
“People come here to jog and walk their dogs Sunday morning.”
Plan your run at Waterfront Park Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadwater — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–12 am |
| Tuesday | 6 am–12 am |
| Wednesday | 6 am–12 am |
| Thursday | 6 am–12 am |
| Friday | 6 am–12 am |
| Saturday | 6 am–12 am |
| Sunday | 6 am–12 am |
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