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| ** Revision in progress - new Bike/Walk edition will be available in January 2010 **
Send suggestions for points of interest to Timo Forsberg - timothy.forsberg@pdxtrans.org
Walking is one of the best ways to get around, and Southeast Portland’s walkable main streets make it an easy choice for shopping locally. This map is a useful guide for navigating your way around the diverse neighborhoods that are Southeast Portland. It’s just right for getting where you need to go – to the store, bus stop, light rail station, school, park or to a friend’s house.
Purple Off-street paths and trails These routes are paved for both walkers and cyclists.
Yellow Transit Information Bus routes and stops plus MAX light rail routes and stations
Bicycle Routes Bicycle lanes (blue outlines), shared roadways (green outlines) and difficult connections for bikes (red dotted outlines) Community Assets Parks, community centers, schools, libraries, post offices, grocery stores, hospitals, fire stations Stairs Most stairs are concrete. Other Walking Amenities Traffic signals, public restrooms, water fountains, view points, and points of interest Shopping Areas Note on dogs: Dogs on a leash are welcome on all walking paths and parks through Portland. Southeast Portland has several designated off-leash areas, some that are year-round and others at certain times. Click the link for detailed information or call (503) 823-PARKS. Remember to clean up after your dog.
Safety While all these routes are walkable, walkers need to take care especially on those off-street paths and trails. Some are steep and can be slippery when wet.
Note for wheelchair users: While many streets do have curb ramps, this map does not have adequate information on a route's suitability for wheelchair users.
Walking TipsWhether you are considering walking for your health or the health of the environment, walking is the no-gear sport and an easy way to squeeze exercise into your day. Just 30 minutes of walking every day significantly reduces your risk of heart disease and diabetes and can = 15 lb. of weight loss per year!
Around the neighborhood A lot of the trips we take are right in our own neighborhood. Walking to the market, library or park is a great way to get to know your neighborhood. You can walk to your closest library in Portland in 25 minutes and closest park in only ten minutes from home.
To work On a cool summer morning, try walking to work. You may find that it’s closer than you think. If you know it’s too far, try walking to the next bus stop or transit station instead of driving.
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