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NW 53rd Dr trailhead, Forest Park
46° · Overcast nowBest time: Tomorrow 11 am
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NW 53rd Dr trailhead

  • 4.8139 reviews
  • Free
  • Open now · till 7:30 pm

A small, quiet trailhead nestled in a green residential area offering easy access to walking paths and local wildlife viewing. Expect a peaceful atmosphere ideal for short nature walks, jogging, or bringing a dog for a leash stroll. Visit for a low-effort outdoor escape close to the city and simple picnic spots.

Quick answers

NW 53rd Dr trailhead in short

When is NW 53rd Dr trailhead open?

Every day, 6:30 AM–7:30 PM.

When is the best time to visit NW 53rd Dr trailhead?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is NW 53rd Dr trailhead indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is NW 53rd Dr trailhead?

2999 NW 53rd Dr,Portland, OR 97210.

Right now · 1:15 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, tomorrow 11 am.

In its favour

  • Open till 7:30 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Outdoors

Worth knowing

  • Feels 45° out there

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The next five days

Best time to go

Scored on the forecast, its opening hours and when it's at its best. Tap a time to see it.

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Before you go

Plan your visit

Hours

Open now · till 7:30 pm
monday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
tuesday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
wednesday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
thursday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
friday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
saturday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM
sundayToday
6:30 AM–7:30 PM

Where and how

  1. 1 NW 53rd Dr trailhead
  2. 2 Wildwood Trailhead · 1 min
  3. 3 Birch Trail · 13 min
  4. 4 Forest Park NW PDX Entrance · 14 min
  5. 5 Leif Erikson Trail · 15 min
2999 NW 53rd Dr, Portland, OR 97210(opens the map)DirectionsTo Forest ParkCall+15032235449Websiteforestparkconservancy.org

Good to know

  • Outdoors
  • Free to visit
  • Good with kids
  • Good for solo
  • Good for small groups

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.8from 139 reviews

Known for

  • Nature walks
  • Jogging
  • Photography
  • Walking trails
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Picnic areas

The feel

  • Quiet
  • Spacious
  • Casual
  • Family friendly
  • Pet owners
  • Solo friendly

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

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  • JacketThe whole time