Welcome, friend.
Located just south of Multnomah Village among the headwaters of Tryon Creek, Spring Garden Park provides nature-based play structures, stewardship opportunities and community events.
About Spring Garden Park
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Play
This neighborhood park has play structures, swings and wide slides. Our unique nest provides ample imaginative play opportunities.
In the summer, the splash pads are on and the bathroom is open. Several picnic tables are available under a shaded structure.
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Stewardship
In partnership with Portland Parks and Recreation, there are frequent volunteer opportunities to help maintain this neighborhood gem. No experience necessary.
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Community
Hi, neighbor! If you live in Multnomah Village there are even more ways to get involved. Such as:
- help set up a permanent Puzzle Library by emailing secretary@mnapdx.org
- sign up to pick up your Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) box next to the park
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Resources
- Keep our community and wildlife safe. Become part of the Coyote Crew
- Host an event on your street or a car free trick-or-treating Halloween by using free PBOT Block Party Permits
- Learn how Spring Garden Park is part of the Tryon Creek Watershed, or check out the article in Oregon Humanities Magazine, “The Flow Below: Learning to see the hidden springs and streams that shape Portland”
Upcoming events
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Stewardship
Events are year-round.
Sign up for a 2-hour volunteer gardening opportunity alongside Portland Parks & Recreation. Tasks vary but may include unwanted plant removal, tree relocation, mulching and soft surface trail maintenance.
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Summer Family Picnics
All are invited to bring your own picnic and blanket and join for a social get together at the top of Spring Garden Park near the playground to meet neighbors, enjoy the park, and have fun.
Meetups are 5-7pm on May 20; June 9, 18; July 2, 14, August 5, 21 & 27, 2025.
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Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways
Sunday, May 18 from 11am to 4pm
Come celebrate National Bike Month and enjoy open streets during the Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways event. The Southwest Portland route will start in Gabriel Park and loop around at Spring Garden Park. We hope to see you there!
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Movie in the Park: Coco
July 25, 2025 from 7:30pm to ~10:30pm
In partnership with Summer Free For All, everyone is invited to come watch "Coco." Gather at 7:30, pre-show entertainment at 8:00pm and the movie begins at dusk.
FAQs
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Typically, mid or late March to early winter. Starting for the winter 2025/2026 season there is a plan for a porta-potty to provide year round bathroom access.
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The interactive splash pad will be turned on no later than June 14, 2025. Check the city’s website for more information.
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Coyotes live here. Help the Portland Urban Coyote Project by reporting your sighting.
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Make a reservation through the customer service center.
Follow us on Facebook or email co-chairs Pam Fox & Sarah Dodge at: springgardenfriends@mnapdx.org.
Friends of Spring Garden Park is a committee of the Multnomah Neighborhood Association.