Free & Cheap Things to Do in Portland, OR

  • The list below includes 320 free or cheap things to do in or near Portland, Oregon, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Historic Districts.
  • From Columbia River Gorge to Oneonta Gorge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Portland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Linn, Vancouver, Oregon City and Hillsboro.
  • The list below includes 320 free or cheap things to do in or near Portland, Oregon, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Historic Districts.
  • From Columbia River Gorge to Oneonta Gorge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Portland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Linn, Vancouver, Oregon City and Hillsboro.
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Hook Chinook salmon during a fishing trip with US Coast Guard–licensed guide Herman Fleishman
18.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Walking Trails 19754 S Ridge Rd, Oregon City, OR 97045 MoreLess Info
Open for Halloween and Christmas visitors, the Wentzel Farm Fantasy Trail is a 1,000-foot wooded walkway decorated for the season. The trail features a 40-foot lighted castle, suspension bridge, crooked house and maze.
18.4 Miles
- 1 votes
Skate Parks 1175 Nw 3rd Avenue, Canby, OR 97013 MoreLess Info
The Canby Skate Park is a spacious public skate park commonly visited by skaters and bikers. The park includes an open, in-ground skating area with a few ramps available for use.
18.5 Miles
50% 6 votes
Hiking Trails I-84 Exit 28, Corbett, OR 97060 MoreLess Info
Depending on the path chosen, Devil's Rest Trail has an elevation gain of 2,550 feet and can be 3.5 miles one way or half that. The trail is dog friendly and the scenery includes a number of waterfall views.
18.6 Miles
67% 24 votes
Farms & Ranches 14601 Arndt Road, Aurora, OR 97002 MoreLess Info
Offering freshly baked fruit pies, pastries and breads the Country Grains at Fir Point Farms are also famous for their day long activities like petting zoo, nature tril path, hay rides, bounce houses and cow train.
18.6 Miles
97% 31 votes
Hiking Trails Scenic Columbia River Hwy. Exit 28, Corbett, OR 97019 MoreLess Info
Offering stunning views of the Columbia River and the Gorge, Angel's Rest Hiking Trail is a moderately steep and challenging trail about 2.5 miles in length. Visitors completing Angel's Rest Trail can move on to Devil's Rest, a longer trail.
18.9 Miles
80% 15 votes
Horseback Riding 20524 S. Ridge Rd., Estacada, OR 97045 MoreLess Info
Dream Ridge Stables is a great place to have fun, informative and safe equine experience for people of all ages. The stable offers premier riding lessons to children as well as beginner adults.
19.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Paintball 10381 S Mulino Road, Canby, OR 97013 MoreLess Info
Hosting a variety of competitions and tournaments, Action Acres Inc is an airsoft and paintball park with seven fields to choose from. The fields include a pipe fort, a tactical field, an Area 51 themed arena, and a Western town.
19.3 Miles
93% 130 votes
Camping Site Off US 99W, Newberg, OR MoreLess Info
The first provisional government was formed on May 2, 1843, on the site that is now known as the Champoeg State Heritage Park. Visitors to the park can also tour the 1863 Butteville Store, the oldest continually operating business in Oregon, camp, picnic and fish.
19.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Gardens 16720 SW Wilsonville Rd, Wilsonville, OR MoreLess Info
Offering beautiful hedges and topiaries, Boxwood Garden is more than a shop, it's a beautiful place to browse a collection of perfectly manicured plants. The enviable collection of cubes, balls and spirals makes for a fairytale garden come true.
20.0 Miles
95% 40 votes
Movie Theaters 3110 Portland Road, Newberg, OR 97132 MoreLess Info
The Ninety-Nine West Twin Cinemas & Drive-In Theatres have enjoyed a rich history. Having opened in 1953, the historic retro theater still entertain patrons today showing films on the drive-in screens as well as at the locations indoor theater.
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