Running the Balch Creek trail is my favorite. Great forest with a majestic creek, great horned owls, and lots of fresh air. So close to the city too! More

This is like unspoiled wilderness without even leaving Portland. You can hike for miles among the tall trees and ferns and seldom see anyone else. More

It's pretty amazing to have such an incredible forest with so many trails in the middle of the forest. The trails were well marked, but unfortunately the trail maps along the way have worn out right in the spot where you are (from people putting their finger on it), so bring a trail map if you want to know where... More

This is Portland running! A wonderful place to run for miles and miles; up and down the hills and the muddy trails! More

Its a forest in the middle of a city. Very green and lots of great paved trails. Bring good shoes because you won't want to stop exploring! More

No wonder Portlanders are happy laid back people. This is a 50 mile rain forest in the center of Portland!!! Unreal and wonderful. I wish every city did this. Probably helps lower stress and crime. The funny thing is I saw a guy walking with a paper to go cup of coffee. As you walked the trails you felt like... More

With park trails that span 40 miles 9the Wildwood Trail) it's hard not to like the Forest Park. Hike up to Pittock Mansion and see the beautiful views of the city and Mt Hood. Forest Park has waterfalls, beautiful trails that are green and lush even in the summer because of the ridges. Enjoy! More

The trails are all well marked and interweave one-another. Make sure to plot your trek before you begin or pay close attention to trail markers. Regardless, there are plenty of helpful hikers/runners out there to steer you in the right direction. Lots of shade, greenery and fresh air! Be ready for hills! More

A few minutes onto the paths - and you'll forget you are in the middle of a city. More