Parking/Hours: There are three parking lots that give access to Oaks Bottom. The easiest access is from the north lot. It is off of SE Milwaukie Ave. at SE Mitchell St. and is open from 5:00AM-10:00PM. The south lot is located within Sellwood Park at the intersection of SE 9th Ave. and SE Sellwood Blvd. It is open from 5:00AM-12:00AM. Another lot is at Sellwood Riverfront Park on the southwest side of the refuge off of Oaks Park Way. It is also open from 5:00AM-12:00PM as is the refuge as a whole.
Bike Racks: Bike racks can be found at the north lot and Sellwood Riverfront Park (see above for locations). Bicycles are prohibited in most of Oaks Bottom, but are allowed on the paved North Woodland Trail, which connects to the Springwater Corridor (see map).
Restrooms: While there are no restrooms in the actual refuge, there are several in the vicinity. One can be found in the playground at Sellwood Park on the South side of the refuge. Another is at Sellwood Riverfront Park on the Southwest side of the refuge. There is also often porta-potty in the North Parking Lot.
Trash cans: There are no trash cans or picnic tables in Oaks Bottom. Adjoining Sellwood Park has these amenities.
Trail Maps: Find maps of the trails here
Location: Oaks Bottom is located in Southeast Portland approximately five miles from downtown Portland. It is bordered on the west by the Springwater Corridor and the Willamette River, on the north by Hwy. 99E, on the east by the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood, and on the south by Sellwood Park. Trimet bus route 70 gives easy access to the North parking lot.
Portland Parks: To find more information about park access, hours, and trails, please visit Portland Parks and Recreation.
Rules
As wilderness habitat in the center of a city, Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge faces many pressures from pollution and habitat loss. By following these simple rules we can keep the refuge pristine for future generations.
Dogs must be kept on their leashes at all times while in the sanctuary. Owners must collect and dispose of waste.
Stay on trail. Do not litter or vandalize the trees, rocks, fences, or signs.
Do not chase, feed, or otherwise interact with wildlife.