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➡️Please note that the Synthetic Turf Fields at East Waluga and Hazelia are closed when temperatures rise to 95°F or higher, as well as when they drop to 32°F or below, or if the fields are covered in snow.

Get Moving and Get Outdoors! 

Lake Oswego Parks offer a haven for nature, sports, and relaxation seekers. With lush greenery, scenic trails, athletic fields, play areas, and tranquil river shores, our parks invite visitors of all ages, abilities, and interests to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Whether you're strolling along the waterfront of George Rogers Park, exploring the wooded trails of Iron Mountain Park, picnicking amidst the play area at Rossman, or attending one of the many events at Millennium Plaza Park and concerts at Foothills and Westlake Parks, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So, grab your walking shoes, pack a picnic basket, and escape into the rejuvenating embrace of Lake Oswego's natural wonders.

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Trail through Iron Mountain Park Natural Areas

In the City of Lake Oswego, there are 460+ acres of natural character parks. These often overlooked natural areas are vital to our community. They contribute to important habitat for plants and animals, water shed and stormwater management/health, as well as a place for the community to connect to nature.

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In the City of Lake Oswego, there are 460+ acres of natural character parks. These often overlooked natural areas are vital to our community. They contribute to important habitat for plants and animals, water shed and stormwater management/health, as well as a place for the community to connect to nature.

A paved pathway along Rosemont has trees on each side with wood fencing surrounding the path. Trails and Pathways

Starting in 1992 the City of Lake Oswego began building pathways that formed walking loops around the City. There are currently five main loops totaling 23.7 miles.

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Starting in 1992 the City of Lake Oswego began building pathways that formed walking loops around the City. There are currently five main loops totaling 23.7 miles.

George Rogers new Picnic Shelter with picnic tables and blue sky in the background. Park Shelter Reservations

Picnic shelters may be rented for use between April 1 and September 30, 2027. Online reservations are now closed.

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Picnic shelters may be rented for use between April 1 and September 30, 2027. Online reservations are now closed.

Green trees are in the background, and beautiful flowers are in a larger planter. A woman is walking down the stairs, and this is all happening at Foothills Park. Parks General Information

Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation operates one of the most active parks and recreation programs in the Portland metropolitan area. Among the parks and recreation facilities managed by the department are over 600 acres of developed park property, undeveloped and passive parklands, natural parks, and open spaces, including 45 acres of recreation facilities, including the Adult Community Center, Indoor Tennis Center, outdoor swim park, and the Water Sports Center on the Willamette River. Coming in 2024 will be the 9-hole executive golf course and the Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatic Center.

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Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation operates one of the most active parks and recreation programs in the Portland metropolitan area. Among the parks and recreation facilities managed by the department are over 600 acres of developed park property, undeveloped and passive parklands, natural parks, and open spaces, including 45 acres of recreation facilities, including the Adult Community Center, Indoor Tennis Center, outdoor swim park, and the Water Sports Center on the Willamette River. Coming in 2024 will be the 9-hole executive golf course and the Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatic Center.

Parks crew working the storm collection event in January 2024. Parks Division

The Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation maintenance staff are dedicated professionals who care for over 645 acres of Parks properties at over 36 different sites. Parks provides maintenance for the City's developed parks, natural areas and open spaces. In addition to park spaces they also care for the Indoor Tennis Center, the Adult Community Center, Charles S Brown Water Sports Center, the Lake Oswego Swim Park, and Luscher Farm Park properties.  

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The Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation maintenance staff are dedicated professionals who care for over 645 acres of Parks properties at over 36 different sites. Parks provides maintenance for the City's developed parks, natural areas and open spaces. In addition to park spaces they also care for the Indoor Tennis Center, the Adult Community Center, Charles S Brown Water Sports Center, the Lake Oswego Swim Park, and Luscher Farm Park properties.  

Storm damage Hallinan 2021 Parks Open Space Storm Cleanup

Lake Oswego Parks maintenance staff cares for approximately 460 acres of natural or open space areas. This space contains a range of protected habitats that are home to native plant species and wildlife. The department works closely with the Lake Oswego Fire Department and other experts to evaluate the City’s open spaces and mitigate hazards.

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Lake Oswego Parks maintenance staff cares for approximately 460 acres of natural or open space areas. This space contains a range of protected habitats that are home to native plant species and wildlife. The department works closely with the Lake Oswego Fire Department and other experts to evaluate the City’s open spaces and mitigate hazards.

Ranger Ben with hat on and a green forest background. City of Lake Oswego Parks Ranger Station

Welcome to the Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Ranger Station! This site was created for Junior Rangers of all ages!

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Welcome to the Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Ranger Station! This site was created for Junior Rangers of all ages!

coyote Coyotes and Other Urban Wildlife

Lake Oswego has habitat that supports wildlife - coyotes, raccoons, deer, eagles, and more.  Many of us may be lucky enough to experience the excitement of seeing a coyote or other urban wildlife. 

Remember, do not feed wildlife and never approach any wild animals.  

Learn hazing techniques and other useful information about urban coyotes and other wildlife.

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Lake Oswego has habitat that supports wildlife - coyotes, raccoons, deer, eagles, and more.  Many of us may be lucky enough to experience the excitement of seeing a coyote or other urban wildlife. 

Remember, do not feed wildlife and never approach any wild animals.  

Learn hazing techniques and other useful information about urban coyotes and other wildlife.