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National parks near Portland

7 parks ranked by straight-line distance from downtown Portland. Mount Rainier is closest at about 102 miles.

🚗 5 of these estimated within a 6-hr drive 🏞️ 7 within 500 straight-line mi

Closest first

The list shows up to 10 closest parks within 500 miles; if none are within that range, it shows the 3 nearest overall. Distances are straight-line miles from the city center to approximate park coordinates. Drive times are rough estimates based on distance, not live routing; ferry, traffic, road closures, and seasonal access can change a trip. Confirm routes and current conditions with the National Park Service before you go. Open the app for parks near wherever you are right now.

Planning a trip from Portland

By our rough distance-based estimate, Mount Rainier, Olympic, Crater Lake, North Cascades, Redwood are within about six hours by road. Actual travel times vary; check a current route and reserve campsites or lodging ahead in peak season.

Each park page covers popular trails, camping, entrance fees, and the best time to visit. In ParkAtlas, the home screen shows unvisited parks within reach of your current location and lets you log the one you pick.

Common questions

What is the closest national park to Portland?

Mount Rainier National Park, about 102 miles away (~2 hr drive estimate).

Which national parks near Portland work for a weekend trip?

Our rough drive-time estimate puts these within about six hours: Mount Rainier, Olympic, Crater Lake, North Cascades, Redwood. Check a current route before planning.

How many national parks are within 500 straight-line miles of Portland?

7 of the 63 U.S. national parks are within 500 straight-line miles of Portland.

Plan your trip

The practical bits for a Portland start — so more of the weekend goes to the trail.

Road-trip kit from Portland

The car is the base camp. From the full gear list; links support ParkAtlas.