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Pup Friendly Spring Hikes Close-ish To Portland
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ShTara Manzano
Hiking around Portland, Oregon (North West Oregon) in the spring is a magical time! The wildflowers begin to bloom, waterfalls begin to flow a little heavier with the weather warming up and the coast becomes enjoyable again. Here are some of our favo...
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Columbia River Gorge Hikes
 
Oregon Coast Hikes
 
30 Minutes From Portland
 
Dog Hiking Gear

Columbia River Gorge Hikes

Hiking in the Gorge is really magical in the spring. This area offers a variety of scenery and amazing waterfalls! Plus, if you catch it at the right time, there are tons of wildflowers hikes you can do with your dog.

 
 
 
 
 

Oregon Coast Hikes

This might not be somewhere you think of as being close to Portland, but it's well worth the drive and making a day trip out of it. This is the aspect of the hike that is close-ish. You are definitely looking to drive a solid hour or two, but soooooo...

 
 
 

30 Minutes From Portland

Most of these hikes are within the greater city limits. We have the joy of having Forest Park, as well as many other wilderness areas, so close to us!

 
 
 

Dog Hiking Gear

Essential gear I always have on me when hiking with my pup! I tried to keep this as minimal and essential as I could so you aren't packing too much extra stuff with you!