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Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Portland
A view of the trailhead at Powell Butte Nature Park with Mount Hood in the background
Views of Mount Hood greet visitors in the parking lot. | Photo by Ben McBee, PDXtoday
The outdoors are for everybody — and there are plenty of hikes in our area that are friendly to wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids. Get some fresh air on three of our favorite accessible trails.

🌊 Lacamas Heritage Trail | NW Alexandra Lane, Camas
Soak in the relaxing nature vibes along the narrow lake and branch off to several other area hikes, including Round Lake Loop and the Lacamas Creek Loop.

🌲 Hoyt Arboretum Overlook Trail | 4000 SW Fairview Blvd., Portland
Head from the visitor center parking lot to this paved, mile-long trail which affords gorgeous views of Portland’s West Hills.

🏔️ Powell Butte Nature Park | 16160 SE Powell Blvd., Portland
From atop this volcanic cinder cone, you’ll be greeted on clear days by the Cascades (Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, and Mount Adams), diverse wildlife, and wildflowers in the spring. Be aware: the terrain varies between pavement and compact and loose soil. Some areas can be steep, so expect a workout or recruit some help.

What’s your go-to wheelchair-accessible trail? Let us know where we should explore next.

If you’re hunting for more hikes, we’ve got you. Check out our full guide to local hiking.
 
Events
Wednesday, Aug. 30
  • Annual Dahlia Festival | Wednesday, Aug. 30-Saturday, Sept. 30 | 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Swan Island Dahlias, 995 NW 22nd Ave., Canby | Free | The country’s largest dahlia grower invites you to explore nearly 50 acres of rainbow blooms with more than 375 varieties and pre-order your favorite to plant at home next spring.
  • Music on Main: Freddy Trujillo | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 5 p.m. | Southwest Main Street between Broadway + Park Avenue, Portland | Free | Celebrate getting over the hump with a free outdoor concert.
  • The Bidwell Presents: Purpose in PDX – Innovators in Animation & Drafting | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 5-7 p.m. | The Bidwell Marriott Portland, 520 SW Broadway, Portland | Free | Join a panel conversation with the illustrators, creators, and producers that make Portland’s animation and film industry shine in the spotlight.
  • Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo | Wednesday, Aug. 30 | 8 p.m. | ilani Cowlitz Ballroom, 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield | $49-$69 | Head over the river for a night with the rock superstar behind hits like “Heartbreaker” and “Love Is a Battlefield.”
Thursday, Aug. 31
  • Gallery Exhibit: Blanchet House On the Ledge Art Show | Thursday, Aug. 31 | 7-11 p.m. | Portland Center Stage, 128 NW 11th Ave., Portland | Free | Browse the free art show, where proceeds from limited-edition prints and other works are split between the artist and a local nonprofit supporting those experiencing homelessness.
Friday, Sept. 1
  • “Views of an Urban Volcano” | Friday, Sept. 1 | 6-9 p.m. | Mt. Tabor Park Amphitheater, Southeast Salmon Way, Portland | Free | Help kick off the 10th annual Montavilla Jazz Festival on “Portland’s beloved extinct cinder cone-turned-greenspace.”
  • Comedy in the Park | Friday, Sept. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Laurelhurst Park, Southeast Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard + Stark Street, Portland | Free | Bring a blanket and join Kickstand Comedy for the year’s final edition of this event, featuring Portland’s favorite local and national stand-up comics.
  • Ankeny Alley Festival Labor Day Festival | Friday, Sept. 1-Sunday, Sept. 3 | Ankeny Alley, between Southwest Second + Third avenues, Portland | Free | Explore one of Portland’s most popular destinations and celebrate the three-day weekend with music, live entertainment, art, and food.
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News Notes
Health
  • In the previous four months, seven patients at OHSU have successfully received liver transplants thanks to a new “liver in a box” device. The perfusion machine pumps blood through the organ at body temperature, extending the preservation window up to 24 hours. (Portland Tribune)
Arts
  • A new mural that honors Portland’s vibrant music scene will be dedicated Friday, Sept. 1, at 2 p.m. The painting, created in a graphic novel style by the Pander brothers, serves as a backdrop for TriMet’s turnaround at 1130 SW Morrison St. (Portland Tribune)
Real Estate
  • Designer... or dud? The Portland region saw several breathtaking homes hit the market over the past year, from a remodeled mid-century modern perched in the Southwest Hills to a lovely Pearl District loft. See how these 10 listings fared. (Portland Monthly)
Tech
  • Recent support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is a boost for Portland startup MyRadar, which is planning to send its own network of small satellites into orbit to better detect wildfire threats. This will help streamline the gathering of information and notifying users on the company’s weather app. (Portland Inno)
Closed
  • Laurelwood Brewing Co. will live on, just not in pub form. The outfit that’s one of Portland’s longest-operating beer producers has closed its last remaining location on Northeast Sandy Boulevard. Fans can still purchase its beers on tap at various bars/restaurants and find cans in stores. (Willamette Week)
Weather
  • Look up. Tonight’s full moon is not only the second one this month (aka a blue moon), it’s also the last blue supermoon we’ll see until 2032, appearing 8% bigger and 16% brighter than usual. Check local charts for the best time to view. Bonus: shop for telescopes. (NPR)
Active
  • Celebrate Labor Day a few days early with Blade & Timber Axe Throwing — they’re serving up beers, cheers + bullseyes for the long weekend. Bonus: Take 20% off all reservations made today through this Friday, Sept. 1.*
Finance
  • Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Quiz

A lot happened in August

PDXtoday news quiz: August 2023
People enjoy the rooftop bar at KEX Hotel in Portland
August was hot off the press. | Photo by @kexportland
Okay, PDXtoday readers, let’s test your memory skills.

We bring you roughly seven news notes each day, which amounts to nearly 150 pieces of news every month. Can you remember the stories we shared in August?

If you...

☀️ melted in the heat

🎭 are plugged in to the theater scene

🍽️ have been looking for a reservation for months

... then we’re expecting high marks.

Show off your skills by taking our news quiz — we’ll give high-scorers a shoutout in an upcoming newsletter.
It takes 3-5 minutes
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Eat
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Drink
  • Hosting a dinner party this fall? Treat your guests to one-of-a-kind laser-etched glasses from CEB Studio. Find your city’s design here.
Wellness
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Outdoors
  • Pro tip: Use a propane-powered fire pit for an easy, smokeless burn. This Amazon Basics gas fire pit makes a great home patio addition or camping buddy.
Home
  • The piece of furniture we’re drooling over: this Poly & Bark leather ottoman pouf in cognac brown. Hello, soft leather and beautiful living room.
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The Wrap
 

Today’s edition by:
Ben
From the editor
I’m sure I’m not the only one whose Labor Day Weekend plans are up in the air because of wildfires. But it looks like the approach of meteorological fall will bring some much needed cool temperatures and precipitation to the region, so hopefully that will clear out the smoke.
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