Park Curfew: Gresham vs Troutdale
How do park curfew rules compare between Gresham, OR and Troutdale, OR?
Gresham and Troutdale have similar restriction levels.
Gresham, OR
Multnomah County
Multnomah County parks close at varying hours. Portland Parks & Recreation parks are open 5 AM to midnight under PCC 20.12.070; specific parks (e.g., Waterfront Park, Mt Tabor Summit Drive) close earlier. Metro Regional Parks close at legal sunset (OMS 10.10). Oregon State Parks (Rooster Rock, Benson) close at sunset. Camping in parks is prohibited under PCC 20.12.090.
View full Gresham rules →Troutdale, OR
Multnomah County
Under Troutdale Municipal Code Ch. 13.20, city parks are open daily 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. from April through September and 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. from October through March. Outside those hours the park is closed and any person present is subject to ejection by parks staff or police.
View full Troutdale rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Gresham | Troutdale |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Parks | Closed midnight to 5 AM | - |
| Metro Parks | Close at sunset | - |
| State Parks | Day-use sunset | - |
| Authority | PCC 20.12; Metro 10.10 | - |
| Camping | Prohibited in parks | - |
| Code Chapter | - | TMC Ch. 13.20 |
| Summer Hours (Apr-Sep) | - | 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| Winter Hours (Oct-Mar) | - | 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| First Ejection | - | 30-day minimum |
| Repeat Ejection | - | Up to 12 months |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Gresham FAQ
Can I walk my dog in a Portland park at 1 AM?
No. Portland parks close at midnight under PCC 20.12.070. After-hours presence can result in a citation and park exclusion.
Is camping allowed in Forest Park?
No. Camping is prohibited in all Portland parks under PCC 20.12.090. Oregon State Parks designated campgrounds are the closest options.
Troutdale FAQ
What time do Troutdale parks close?
Parks close at 9:00 p.m. April through September and at 6:00 p.m. October through March, opening at 8:00 a.m. year-round, under TMC Ch. 13.20.
What happens if I am in a Troutdale park after closing?
Parks staff or police may eject any person violating park rules. A first ejection carries a minimum 30-day exclusion under TMC 13.20; repeat offenders may be excluded for up to 12 months.
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