Ross Island Natural Area

Portland Oregon Parks

Welcome to Ross Island Natural Area on the Willamette River in Portland Oregon. This park was first established in 2008 and was the site of a sand and gravel mine that operated for many decades starting in the 1920's by the Ross Island Sand and Gravel Company. In 2007 a man with the company named Dr. R.B. Pamblin Jr. donated many acres of land to the City of Portland. Access is restricted to volunteer work parties.

To contact the office please call 503-823-7529.

Portland, Oregon Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks close at 12:01 a.m. and open at 5:00 a.m.

*The following are prohibited; alcoholic beverages (except during special occasions under specific circumstances), defacing public property, harming wildlife, littering, tobacco products, weapons.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; archery, bathing, fires, fishing, golfing, motor vehicles, remote control aircraft, swimming. 

*The following require special permits; sales, setting off fireworks. 

*Please try to use the restrooms for all purposes of urination or defacation.

*All dogs must be leashed (no longer than 8 feet) and waste removed.

Please respect these rules, the parks, and all local, State of Oregon, and United States statutes.