If a game of disc golf followed by a refreshing swim sounds like the perfect summer day, then Paradise Point State Park is for you. The gorgeous Lewis River flows through the woods here, flanked by tall pine trees and an atmosphere of serenity. Those looking for some light exercise can traverse the short hiking trail and maybe encounter some intriguing birds like the blue heron. Thanks to its close proximity to the interstate, the park allows campers to set up camp in their cars or vehicles, for these are mostly travelers with a long way to go. Combining convenience with fantastic natural vistas, Paradise Point State Park is a wonderful place for a family outing.
Situated on a hill called La Butte in Champoeg State Park (pronounced "Shampooey"), this winery holds vineyard events throughout the year. Originally planted in 1974, the winery first harvested in 1978. The public was first able to sample the wines in 1990. If the doors are not open, stop by the state park where Oregon first formed its provisional government.
Lo que convierten a esta fuente en una excursión natural por el centro son los arroyos fluidos y las cataratas. La fuente, diseñada por Michael Lawrence Halprin, lleva el nombre del hombre que trajo una renovación urbana a Portland. En la mayoría de las fuentes de Portland se permiten utilizar baldes y en los días calurosos verás jóvenes y personas mayores que se refrescan en el agua. Este oasis del noroeste, ubicado enfrente del Auditorio Cívico, mueve 58.500 litros de agua por minuto y atrae tanto a las familias como a los trabajadores. Esta fuente es un buen sitio de encuentro.
On a cloudless night, check out the Northwestern sky. Located near the John Inskeep Environmental Learning Center at Clackamas Community College, this observatory is open year-round, weather permitting. The 26-inch (66 centimeters) refractor telescope sits inside a 40-foot (12 meter) tower. Volunteer astronomers guide visitors on a tour of the stars. The park can easily make a full-day excursion and provides a wonderful outing for children.