Caruthers Park, Urban park in South Waterfront, Portland, United States.
Caruthers Park is an urban green space in Portland's South Waterfront district featuring a central fountain, splash pad, and bocce court. The landscaped grounds provide multiple gathering spots for recreation and leisurely walks along the waterfront.
The park was established in 2009 and named after Elizabeth Caruthers, who claimed land under the Donation Land Claim Act of 1850. This recent creation honors the role of early settlers in shaping the waterfront region.
The land holds significance for Native American communities who traded along the river before European settlement, with over 50,000 inhabitants in the Portland area.
The park is open from early morning until midnight and welcomes visitors year-round. Dogs must remain leashed, and the location offers easy access from nearby waterfront paths.
A Supreme Court case in 1868 involving the Caruthers property established equal rights for women under the Donation Act.
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