Oaks Amusement Park



It's no secret we think Portland is an extremely cool city. But what continues to amaze us is how many cool finds we make on walks in our very own neighborhood.

Oaks Amusement Park opened in 1905 (making it one of the oldest in the U.S.). under the Sellwood Bridge, close to where we live (1.8 miles to be exact). There is NO ADMISSION CHARGE and it's open from Spring to Fall (except for the skating rink, which is open year-round). You just pay for rides, etc. As with many Portland attractions, it's located right on the Willamette, offering ample picnic-ing opportunities.



There's even an old-fashioned Dance Pavilion and Skating Rink.







We felt like our lives crossed a new threshold when our tiny little baby willingly and happily went on two rides by herself. Sniff, sniff.





Do you remember how when you were a kid, you really believed you were steering the car yourself? I did.

We rode the carousel, which Audrey found only mildly amusing compared with driving her own purple vehicle.