Mt. Tabor Summit

The summit is the park's highest destination for city and mountain views, reached by road when open or by steep paved paths, stairs, and trails.

Lots and street parking serve different elevations. A summit lot has one designated van space, but Wednesdays require walking or rolling uphill from an open perimeter entrance.

The park is open 5:00 a.m.-11:59 p.m.; vehicle access is 5:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Roads close to motor vehicles all day Wednesday and from 10:00 p.m.-5:00 a.m. otherwise.

An accessible restroom is available at the summit, with additional seasonal or event facilities possible. Do not assume every picnic, trail, reservoir, or playground zone has a nearby open restroom.

General park access, trails, viewpoints, playground, courts, and ordinary picnics are free. Reservations, programs, concessions, and special events may charge.

The park lists accessible picnic, play, and summit-restroom facilities. The paved route to play has a moderate slope, while forest trails, stairs, and the summit climb vary greatly.

A designated off-leash area is available; dogs must be leashed elsewhere and are prohibited inside the amphitheater on concert days.

The playground, reservoirs, summit views, lawns, picnics, and short trails suit many ages, but steep grades and traffic on vehicle-open days require planning.

The summit is the park's highest destination for city and mountain views, reached by road when open or by steep paved paths, stairs, and trails. The picnic shelter is being rebuilt May-August 2026, closing the shelter site and two nearby paths. Wednesdays are car-free, and events such as the PDX Adult Soapbox Derby can close roads and fill the park.

Bus, biking, walking, rideshare, and driving reach the surrounding neighborhood. Expect an uphill walk from transit or perimeter streets and verify current route service.