Gabriel Park
Two off-leash areas plus mossy forest trails in one 91-acre gem
About this park
A 91-acre Southwest Portland park with two off-leash dog areas, rolling open fields, and quiet forested trails winding through mossy Pacific Northwest woods. Multiple parking lots and access points make it easy to slip in for a loop without fighting for a spot.
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What visitors say
Synthesized from 1784 Google reviewsVisitors repeatedly call out the balance of sunlit open fields and quiet forested trails, the well-maintained paths, and how uncrowded the park feels for its size. The community center, skate park, and gardens all earn praise as bonuses.
Locals walk here daily and have for decades, and the neighborly, low-drama vibe is part of what keeps people coming back.
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Before you go
There are multiple entrances. The lots near the community center fill first on sunny days, so the SW 45th side is often the easier approach. Bring layers; the wooded sections stay cool even in summer.
