Correction & Clarification: Dogs in Troutdale Parks
In the April/May/June issue of The Troutdale Champion, we published outdated information about dogs in Troutdale parks. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.
The correct information is as follows:
Dogs are welcome in these Troutdale parks: Woodale Park, Weedin Park, Kiku Park, Lewellyn Park, Sandee Palisades Park, Helen Althaus Park, Cannery Park, Sweetbriar Park, CP Park, Mayor's Square Park, Depot Park, and Sharon Nesbit Heritage Park.
Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times, with one exception: the fenced off-leash dog park at Columbia Park. Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their animals.
For the complete rules regarding dogs in parks, visit troutdaleoregon.gov/dogs.
Community Walk at Sharon Nesbit Heritage Park — May 7
Troutdale Parks & Recreation is hosting a community walk at Sharon Nesbit Heritage Park on Thursday, May 7 from 10:00–11:30 a.m. Participants will meet at the Gateway to the Gorge Visitor Center (475 E Historic Columbia River Hwy).
The walk is a great opportunity to explore the park's scenic trail, river views, and connections along the Sandy River for those who haven't yet had a chance to visit.
No registration required. For more information, visit troutdaleoregon.gov/walk.
Metro Seeks Community Input on the Future of the Greater Portland Region
Metro is inviting residents to share their vision for the greater Portland region through the Future 50 survey. Responses will help guide regional planning for future generations. The survey is open through May 15.
Participants will be entered to win tickets to a Portland Thorns match, the Oregon Symphony, the Oregon Zoo, or an annual Metro Regional Parks pass.
Update: Stark Street Bridge Weekday Closures Extended Through May 11
Repair work on the Stark Street Bridge north approach retaining wall has been extended. The bridge will remain closed to all traffic — including motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians — from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays through Monday, May 11.
This is an update to the closure originally announced in April.
Movies in the Park — Final Event Friday, June 26
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Troutdale Parks & Recreation invites the community to a free double feature at Movies in the Park on Friday, June 26 at the Little League field next to Imagination Station.
- 7:00 p.m. — The Peanuts Movie (G - 92 min.)
- 8:30 p.m. — A Minecraft Movie (PG - 101 min.)
This will be the final Movies in the Park event. Due to budget reductions in the proposed 2026–2027 fiscal year, funding for the City's Movie Program has been cut, resulting in the cancellation of all remaining previously scheduled events — including the August 2026 Movies in the Park, Merry Movie Night in December 2026, and Movies in the Park in June 2027.
We hope to see you there for one last night under the stars.
Visit troutdaleoregon.gov/movies for full details.
Glenn Otto Park Closed May 5 for Parking Lot Maintenance
Glenn Otto Park will be closed to the public on Tuesday, May 5 for parking lot maintenance. The gate will be closed and vehicle access will be restricted to maintenance crews only.
New Edition of The Troutdale Champion Now Available
The latest edition of The Troutdale Champion is now available online. This issue introduces some of of the new businesses in Troutdale, previews upcoming public works projects, breaks down the spring cleanup events, reveals when lifeguards will be back on duty at Glenn Otto Park, and plenty more.
Read it at troutdaleoregon.gov/champion.