Location: 45.4643353, -122.5641886
Located near Johnson Creek in Southeast Portland, Cottonwood Creek Natural Area spans wooded riparian land along Cottonwood Creek. It features natural footpaths and native plant restoration zones. The area improves water quality and habitat connectivity. Visitors may spot amphibians like Pacific treefrogs and common waterbirds. Its relatively intimate size and informal trails make it a good educational spot for community groups and school field trips focused on creek ecosystems.
Tags:
– leaf_type: mixed
– leisure: nature_reserve
– name: Cottonwood Creek Natural Area
– natural: wood
– old_name: Tenino Property
– operator: City of Portland
– operator:type: public
– operator:wikidata: Q6106
– wikidata: Q49569578