The Hiking Trail Hiding In Portland That Will Transport You To Another World

Sometimes you need to escape your daily life, and Sauvie Island is a great place to do just that. The Wapato Access Greenway is the perfect trail to take that will lead you on an adventure far from home and put you in touch with the nature that surrounds us all.

This 2.2-mile trail is easy, making it perfect for families with young children and adults alike.

Taking you around the seasonal Virginia Lake along the Multnomah Channel, this hike is perfect for spotting waterfowl and beaver activity.

Be sure to bring binoculars and a lunch, as you are going to want to stay awhile a soak up the nature all around you.

Don't be surprised if a salamander crosses your path while you are there.

Frogs are also common, so be on the lookout while you are hiking and you may just be surprised at what you find.

A mix of large trails along the channel, as well as ones screened from viewing the channel makes this hike unique and intriguing for all ages.

You will come to Hadley's Landing, where there is a dock, picnic tables and horseshoe playing area, making it a great resting spot for a picnic.

Being out in the open air without a building around is a great way to spend the day and allow you to escape from your everyday stresses. Next time you are looking for a break, head to this scenic spot.

Because it is a state park, parking at the Wapato Greenway is free, unlike most other trailheads on Sauvie Island. The park is open from 7 am to 7 pm and dogs on a leash are permitted.