Sellwood Riverfront Park, Urban park in Sellwood-Moreland, Portland, United States.
The 8.17-acre park stretches along the Willamette River, featuring paved paths, boat docks, and open spaces for outdoor activities and recreation.
Portland's Parks Department acquired the land in 1969, transforming the former industrial area into a recreational space for the growing Sellwood neighborhood.
The park functions as a central meeting point where residents gather for community events, outdoor education programs, and seasonal celebrations throughout the year.
Visitors can access the park from SE Spokane Street and Oaks Parkway between 5:00 AM and midnight, with facilities including restrooms and picnic areas.
The designated off-leash dog area allows pets to run freely while their owners observe boats navigating the Willamette River from the riverbank paths.
Location: Multnomah County
Location: Portland
Inception: 1969
Website: https://portland.gov/parks/sellwood-riverfront-park
GPS coordinates: 45.46806,-122.66444
Latest update: November 26, 2025 10:06
Portland combines green spaces and cultural venues throughout the city. Powell's City of Books fills an entire city block, while the Japanese Garden and Chinese Garden show different landscaping traditions. Washington Park offers gardens and a zoo, and Mount Tabor sits on an extinct volcano. Several bridges cross the Willamette River, including the St. Johns Bridge and Fremont Bridge, connecting different neighborhoods. Museums and cultural institutions shape the city's offerings. The Portland Art Museum displays Native American art collections, and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry explores scientific subjects. Tom McCall Waterfront Park runs along the river, and the Portland Saturday Market brings people together. The Alberta Arts District and Voodoo Doughnut reflect the city's creative character. Nature and recreation are woven into daily life. The Hoyt Arboretum, Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, and Leach Botanical Garden invite walks and exploration. Mount Tabor and Tryon Creek State Natural Area offer natural settings, while places like Oaks Amusement Park and Blue Lake Regional Park provide different kinds of enjoyment. The Grotto, a religious sanctuary, and Pittock Mansion, a historic home, add to the variety of experiences.
Oaks Amusement Park
613 m
Sellwood Bridge
435 m
Ross Island
2.3 km
Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge
493 m
Adrenaline Peak
626 m
Butterfly Park
514 m
Westmoreland Park
1.9 km
M. Lloyd Frank Estate
2 km
Sellwood Park
425 m
Moreland Theatre
1.4 km
Willamette Park
771 m
Herschell–Spillman Noah's Ark Carousel
550 m
Bybee Bridge
2 km
Oaks Pioneer Church
360 m
Johnson Creek Park
1.9 km
Sellwood-Moreland Library
894 m
Aubrey Watzek Library
1.9 km
Uroboros
1.8 km
Portland Railway, Light and Power Sellwood Division Carbarn Office and Clubhouse
1.2 km
Dr. A. E. and Phila Jane Rockey House
2 km
Portland Puppet Museum
841 m
Hoffman Art Gallery
2 km
Spanish–American War Veterans Memorial
632 m
Sellwood Branch YMCA
1.1 km
John R. Howard Hall
2.2 km
Fulton Park
1.2 km
Cardwell–Parrish House
706 m
Jacques and Amelia Reinhart House
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