Clatsop Butte Park

Scenic Viewpoint

Clatsop Butte Park sits atop Clatsop Butte, an upland butte directly south of Powell Butte. Spanning approximately 44.41 acres (17.97 hectares), this park offers visitors a unique vantage point with grand views of downtown Portland, Mount Hood, Mount Adams, and Mount St. Helens.

Two benches are strategically placed along the trail to take advantage of the park's impressive views.

Trail System

The park features an interim 8-foot wide wood chip trail that gently meanders along the butte's summit. This 0.6-mile long trail is constructed using ADA engineered wood chips, making it accessible to a wide range of visitors.

Natural Habitat

The park's natural area comprises densely forested hillsides and creek frontage, providing habitat for various wildlife. Visitors may encounter deer, foxes, coyotes, northern flickers, pileated woodpeckers, and other local and migratory birds.

Community Role

Clatsop Butte Park serves an important function in emergency preparedness. It is designated as a Basic Earthquake Emergency Communication Node (BEECN), a place where residents can go to ask for emergency assistance or report severe damage or injury in the event of a major earthquake that disrupts phone services.

Acquired by the City of Portland in stages, with the initial 16 acres purchased in 2000, the park has grown to its current size through subsequent land acquisitions. The park's development has been guided by community involvement, with the Pleasant Valley Neighborhood Association playing a role as a project partner.