When I first set out to make this guide, I intended it to be a comprehensive list of all the playgrounds within 25 miles of Portland that receive substantial shade throughout the day; however, during the research stage I discovered that there are more than 70 playgrounds that are at least partially canopied by either trees or sails.
I polled my Instagram followers to see if folks were more interested in a larger list with less information about each park or a smaller roundup with more info. The overwhelming majority wanted something curated and detailed. Then I asked how many parks people wanted to see, and the consensus was around 15. I narrowed down my list with that in mind, and then a follower messaged me saying the most important thing to them was to make sure the list was spread out enough for there to be an option close by no matter where you live in the Portland Metro Area. With that in mind, I came up with a list of 18 that I believe span the whole area and include the playgrounds with the most shade.
The guide includes all the info you need to know about each park, including how it’s shaded, what type of play equipment is available, if it’s dog-friendly, what other amenities the park features, and if there are bathrooms on-site.
In addition to the guide, I also made an interactive to help visualize each location. Read on to learn more about the 18 playgrounds and view the map.
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