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Lower Saltzman Trailhead, University Park
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Lower Saltzman Trailhead

  • 4.819 reviews
  • Free
  • Open now

A quiet, wooded trailhead that opens onto miles of forested paths and creekside scenery. Ideal for hikers and dog walkers seeking peaceful nature walks, variable terrain, and wildlife spotting — expect muddy roots, moderate climbs, and clear trail markers.

Quick answers

Lower Saltzman Trailhead in short

When is Lower Saltzman Trailhead open?

Open 24 hours, every day.

When is the best time to visit Lower Saltzman 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 Lower Saltzman Trailhead indoors or outdoors?

Outdoors: best on a dry day.

Where is Lower Saltzman Trailhead?

6064-6086 NW Saltzman Rd,Portland, OR 97210.

Right now · 11:30 am

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

Nearly as good as its best, tomorrow 11 am.

In its favour

  • Best in the morning
  • Outdoors

Worth knowing

  • Feels 44° out there

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Overcast

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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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Plan your visit

Hours

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Open 24 hours
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Open 24 hours

Where and how

  1. 1 Lower Saltzman Trailhead
  2. 2 Forest Park · 21 min
6064-6086 NW Saltzman Rd, Portland, OR 97210(opens the map)DirectionsTo University ParkWebsiteportland.gov

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 19 reviews

Known for

  • Nature walks
  • Morning walks
  • Photography
  • Walking trails
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Dog friendly

The feel

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

Around University Park

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a jacket.

Your full outfit
  • JacketThe whole time