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 park's name honours Elizabeth Caruthers, an Oregon pioneer who claimed land here under the Donation Land Claim Act of 1850. Visitors today use the bocce court, splash pad and public art installed across the grounds.
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.
The park's name honours Elizabeth Caruthers, an Oregon pioneer who claimed land under the Donation Land Claim Act of 1850; the site itself was only acquired in 2009, so the green space is far younger than the name it carries.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 94,019 contributors worldwide.
