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Nature reserves in and around Portland preserve local ecosystems and wildlife. Whether you’re hiking, birdwatching, or seeking a serene landscape, these areas invite quiet exploration and appreciation of the Pacific Northwest’s wild beauty.
Location: 45.470349, -122.5253582 Deardorff Creek Natural Area is a linear green space surrounding the Deardorff Creek in southeast Portland. It includes riparian zones with native vegetation, offering shelter for small mammals, birds, and amphibians....
Location: 45.4684759, -122.5140843 Buttes Natural Area is located in East Portland and encompasses several small volcanic buttes and the surrounding woodlands. These forested ridges offer informal trails and quiet places to observe wildlife, particularly...
Location: 45.4749619, -122.5448408 Brookside Wetlands is a small but ecologically significant wetland area in Southeast Portland. It features ponds and marshes that provide stormwater filtration and habitat for frogs, ducks, and songbirds. While lacking...
Location: 45.5933309, -122.7636609 Baltimore Woods Natural Area is a green corridor in the St. Johns neighborhood of North Portland, connecting Cathedral Park to other open spaces. It supports native Oregon white oaks, pollinator species,...
Location: 45.5812822, -122.748332 Willamette Cove is a former industrial site undergoing restoration on the banks of the Willamette River in North Portland. Though currently restricted from public access due to environmental remediation, it’s part...
Location: 45.4974001, -122.6598739 Tags: – leisure: nature_reserve – name: Riverside Property – operator: Portland Parks & Recreation – operator:short: PP&R – operator:type: public – operator:wikidata: Q16963378 – type: multipolygon
Location: 45.4588109, -122.7238882 Woods Memorial Natural Area is a quiet and shaded retreat in southwest Portland, offering winding trails through Douglas fir and bigleaf maple forests. The area is important for urban watershed protection...
Location: 45.438079, -122.6757896 Tryon Creek State Natural Area is a lush forested canyon spanning over 650 acres in southwest Portland. It’s the only Oregon state park within a major metropolitan area and features miles...
Location: 45.617474, -122.7751733 Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area is a repeat from earlier and remains one of the largest urban wetland complexes in the U.S. Located in North Portland, it serves as a...
Location: 45.5452454, -122.5659782 Rocky Butte Natural Area is a striking volcanic cinder cone offering panoramic views of Portland and the Cascade Mountains. Located in Northeast Portland, the area features a historic stone structure, Joseph...