Smith & Bybee Wetlands Monday 6/15/2026 12pm to 1pm 5300 N Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97203
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Smith & Bybee Wetlands Monday 12pm to 1pm 5300 N Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97203
Oregon Hikers all are welcome
— we’re rolling into one of Portland’s hidden natural gems for a short, peaceful, and wonderfully accessible outing at Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area in North Portland!
We’ll meet at Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area (5300 N Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97203), right at the main entrance off the Marine Drive Trail. This massive 2,000-acre urban wetland sits between the Columbia Slough and the Columbia River — a true oasis of wildness surrounded by port and industrial areas. It’s one of the largest wetlands inside any U.S. city, home to two big lakes, towering cottonwoods, willows, and incredible bird life. We’ll enjoy a gentle roll along the paved Interlakes Trail, which is wheelchair-friendly (watch for a few spots where tree roots have lifted the pavement slightly). It leads through shaded forest to an accessible viewing platform where you can look out over the expansive marsh and wetlands — perfect for spotting birds, turtles, or just soaking in the quiet beauty.
Because this is a shorter outing, we’ll keep it relaxed and easy — about 1 hour total, with time to chat, enjoy the views, and breathe that fresh wetland air together.
�Time: 12:00 PM Noon to 1:00 PM�Meeting Spot: Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area — 5300 N Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97203 (main entrance / trailhead parking area)�Terrain: Paved Interlakes Trail — mostly flat and wheelchair accessible with minor root bumps, leading to a viewing platform. Vault toilets and accessible parking available.
Public Transportation Options (TriMet can get you close!):
* Take TriMet Bus Line 11 (Rivergate/Marine Dr) and get off at the stop near the 5300 block of N Marine Drive, right by the park entrance.
* Service is a bit limited, so check the TriMet trip planner ahead of time for the best connection.
* From there, it’s a short accessible roll into the natural area.
* Plenty of free parking with wheelchair-accessible spaces if you’re driving.
Come join the crew! We always have a great time chatting, laughing, and quietly enjoying nature together. All abilities welcome — the more the merrier!
Bring water, sunscreen, binoculars if you have them for bird-watching, snacks, and your positive vibes. Hope to see you there rolling with us through this beautiful wetland!
#OregonWheelchairHiking #SmithAndBybeeWetlands #AccessibleTrails #PortlandWetlands #WheelchairAdventures #InterlakesTrail
Oregon Hikers all are welcome
— we’re rolling into one of Portland’s hidden natural gems for a short, peaceful, and wonderfully accessible outing at Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area in North Portland!
We’ll meet at Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area (5300 N Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97203), right at the main entrance off the Marine Drive Trail. This massive 2,000-acre urban wetland sits between the Columbia Slough and the Columbia River — a true oasis of wildness surrounded by port and industrial areas. It’s one of the largest wetlands inside any U.S. city, home to two big lakes, towering cottonwoods, willows, and incredible bird life. We’ll enjoy a gentle roll along the paved Interlakes Trail, which is wheelchair-friendly (watch for a few spots where tree roots have lifted the pavement slightly). It leads through shaded forest to an accessible viewing platform where you can look out over the expansive marsh and wetlands — perfect for spotting birds, turtles, or just soaking in the quiet beauty.
Because this is a shorter outing, we’ll keep it relaxed and easy — about 1 hour total, with time to chat, enjoy the views, and breathe that fresh wetland air together.
�Time: 12:00 PM Noon to 1:00 PM�Meeting Spot: Smith & Bybee Wetlands Natural Area — 5300 N Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97203 (main entrance / trailhead parking area)�Terrain: Paved Interlakes Trail — mostly flat and wheelchair accessible with minor root bumps, leading to a viewing platform. Vault toilets and accessible parking available.
Public Transportation Options (TriMet can get you close!):
* Take TriMet Bus Line 11 (Rivergate/Marine Dr) and get off at the stop near the 5300 block of N Marine Drive, right by the park entrance.
* Service is a bit limited, so check the TriMet trip planner ahead of time for the best connection.
* From there, it’s a short accessible roll into the natural area.
* Plenty of free parking with wheelchair-accessible spaces if you’re driving.
Come join the crew! We always have a great time chatting, laughing, and quietly enjoying nature together. All abilities welcome — the more the merrier!
Bring water, sunscreen, binoculars if you have them for bird-watching, snacks, and your positive vibes. Hope to see you there rolling with us through this beautiful wetland!
#OregonWheelchairHiking #SmithAndBybeeWetlands #AccessibleTrails #PortlandWetlands #WheelchairAdventures #InterlakesTrail
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Smith and Bybee Lakes Wetlands, Portland, Oregon, United States
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