Portland contains 7,500 acres of park land in 160 locations including Forest Park, the largest urban wilderness within an American city. With its beautiful and pedestrian-friendly downtown, Portland has become a model for urban planning. Hotel space is plentiful, with many properties clustered near the city's 2.5-mile waterfront park. On the dining scene, Portland's restaurants have received just as much acclaim as its hotels. A cadre of innovative chefs, recently featured in Sunset and Bon Appetit magazines, have created a whole new style of Pacific Northwest cuisine.
Average rainfall is less than that of New York, Boston, Houston and Seattle.
Snowfall seldom exceeds a few inches and usually occurs no more than five days per year. Whether the activity involves nightlife or wildlife, Portlanders have some great ideas about enjoying the quality of life in Oregon.