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Pedalpalooza CYCLING FESTIVAL
( www.pedalpalooza.org ) Three-week celebration in June of the city's uniquely creative bike
culture, including the world's largest naked bike ride.
Sunday Parkways CYCLING EVENT
( www.portlandsundayparkways.org ) A few Sundays a year, Portland closes off certain streets
to motor vehicles so cyclists (especially families) can ride without worrying about cars.
Food, entertainment and bike-themed booths too.
On the Water
Summer in Portland means finding cool things to do in the heat, and fortunately there are
a few.
On hot days, visit the Salmon Street Springs Fountain or the Jamison Square Foun-
tain MAP GOOGLE MAP (810 NW 11th Ave) , both of which attract splashing kids as the
mercury rises.
Matt Dishman Community Center SWIMMING
( 503-823-3673; www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/60933 ; 77 NE Knott St) Swimmers should
grab their suits and beeline to the indoor pool here; it's just north of the Lloyd District.
Check hours beforehand.
US Grant Park SWIMMING
( 503-823-3674; cnr NE 33rd Ave & NE US Grant Pl) For an outdoor experience, try the pool
here. Call for hours.
North Clackamas Aquatic Park AQUATIC PARK
( 503-557-7873; www.ncprd.com/aquatic-park ; 7300 SE Harmony Rd, Milwaukie; admission $8,
under 3yr free) About 10 miles south of downtown Portland are these water slides and in-
door wave pool. There's also a climbing wall (extra cost), along with adults-only hot tub.
Hours vary widely, so call ahead.
eNRG Kayaking KAYAKING
( 503-772-1122; www.enrgkayaking.com ; 1701 Clackamette Dr, Oregon City) Located in Oregon
City, about a half-hour drive from downtown Portland, is this outfitter that offers kayak
rentals, instruction and tours, plus stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) on the Willamette.
Portland Kayak Company KAYAKING