Cooper Mountain Nature Park

18892 SW Kemmer Rd, Beaverton, OR 97007, USA

Address:	18892 SW Kemmer Rd, Beaverton, OR 97007, USA
Phone:	+1 503-645-6433
Site:	thprd.org
Rating:	4.7
Working:	7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM 7AM–8PM

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Fredrik Eriksson

Very impressed with this park. Ive lived nearby for years but didnt know this was just a few miles away until I noticed it on Google Maps today. I decided to take a quick drive up the hill and found parking readily available at the trail head. There is a playground for kids there, as well as restrooms. Everything was very clean and well-maintained. Maps show all the trails that criss-cross the park, with distances clearly marked so you can plan your walk accordingly. The trails are gravel and in great condition. If you dont like dogs, this is the place for you, since no dogs are allowed. It also keeps the trails clean. There are markers at all trail intersections. There are a few ear trumpets scattered around the park, allowing visitors to listen in on the fauna (and the occasional airplanes approaching Hillsboro). I look forward to coming back here in spring when the trees and bushes start to blossom. I expect it will be even better than today.

A Private User

Why aren’t dogs allowed in Metro parks and natural areas? At many of the natural areas protected with voter-approved funds, Metro and volunteers are restoring habitats historically found throughout the Northern Willamette Valley that have mostly disappeared. At Cooper Mountain Nature Park we’re re-creating rare oak woodlands and native prairies that were once common in the area by planting the trees, shrubs, wildflowers and grasses associated with Oregon white oaks. Dogs can damage these sensitive habitats and threaten the plants and wildlife that we’re trying to protect. Birds and other animals think of dogs (even the friendliest ones) as predators. Animals have keen senses of sight, smell and hearing and the presence of a dog, even on a leash, will disrupt their normal behaviors. We also know that in natural areas where dogs are not allowed, people see more wildlife and can get closer to them.

A Private User

The park is beautiful. The views are awesome and the trails are well maintained. It is both child and senior friendly, although the parts of the trail most distant from the interpretive center may seem steep to some folks. The park has a childrens play area and picnic tables, both located in an area with a spectacular view. The park is most beautiful in the late spring and early summer when there is a profusion of wild flowers and flowering trees and shrubs. All of the vegetation is native to the area. The parking lot and interpretive center are well kept and clean. Fortunately, the park does not allow dogs, bicycles. Throughout the park are signs and listening devices to enhance the individuals nature experience. It is one of those places that once you visit, you will come back to regularly.

Danerd Greckle

A gorgeous, relaxed, quiet and fun place to take in the natural beauty of the area and relax. I remember when Cooper Mountain NAture Park was proposed, and THPRD had to fight Washington County for years prevalently in order to finally get them to allow for it. And I couldnt have been more thrilled to finally see it begin. Then it came time to celebrate its opening. Then a little later I found out about Beaverton annexing most of unincorporated Cooper for development, and it made me a little happier to have this park in place. But, man is it going to ruin the amount of nature to see in the park, and ruin a lot of the views. All in all, I highly recommend taking the views and park in a few times before the development REALLY starts to kick up.

A Private User

My wife and I have enjoyed the nice walking trails here. Paved parking is right off the road, has clean bathrooms and small kids padded playground. Trails are well-kept crushed rock, nicely marked so you can gauge a shorter or longer trek (*straying off the path is not endorsed). Mildly hilly so certain areas will provide a harder workout, and some routes will give you a nice scenic nature walk/jog. Informative wildlife and nature signage throughout the entirety of the path. Overlooks vineyards at certain points. Weve only encountered fairly sparse walkers/joggers, so its pretty quiet. Definitely recommend for quiet "getaway" thats not a far drive from the city.

Patti Mills

June 2, 2016 We were returning to the parking lot when we heard the loudest screaming sound we had ever heard, had to be a mountain lion. Sound was coming from the trees just down from the trail head where the trails split. It was a rainy afternoon and very few cars in the parking lot, one lady standing by her car ask us if we heard that very loud animal sound and she was 200 yards from where we were when we heard it.

Zack Gallinger-Long

For starters, theres a great view from parking lot and trails that lead through the park from there. Theres also a learning center on site with activities for kids as well as camps. Theres a childrens play structure and benches around the play area. The trails are nice for a morning stroll and/or bird watching. Lots to do!

Donald Davis

I am visiting from out of state for the week and wanted some nearby trails for downhill marathon training. With the early sunrise in the summer, this was a great place to run. The trails are hard packed fine gravel and dirt and fairly smooth. If you want more of a challenge, then run to the park from Farmington road.

Rachael Conners

Popular, well maintained, well traveled park and trails. Working bathrooms, many picnic tables and benches, found parking here at the park. Trail is wide and well kept. Im a youngster with two good feet and though Im not very athletic I had no problems with the trail here. I enjoyed my walk and picnic here

Don Graham

Relaxing sounds of nature, great hikes for both big and small, and a slight amount of information for the curious minds make this a great spot. The play area for kids lacks shade and can get very hot but you can just head down to one of the shadier hikes. Not very crowded, usually.

Jason Wetzel

A wonderful sprawling nature area with lots of different walking trails where you can hike for miles under the tree canopy. Onsite parking lot and restrooms and water and a playground with picnic tables. I only wish the tables had a structure as they are completely exposed.

The Daffy

excellent nature park. amazing views and a great loop to walk/jog/run around. this park has good parking, enough for many cars. convienently located on top of cooper mountain which is close to aloha/beaverton/hillsboro. not too hard of a walk and great for kids and pets.

Jory Davis

Im a scenic nature guy, someone would say a tree hugging hippie. That being said i love this park and the views and even the kids playground at the entrance. Cant get enough of it, just great for an escape to simplify life for a bit

A Private User

I have dogs but its kind of nice not having to avoid little piles of irresponsible poo everywhere. I have almost stepped in BEAR poo there before, so its a good idea to make your presence known when youre about to turn a corner!

Ben Rippel

Lovely trails, tight parking. Popular nature Park restored with funds from Metro government. Lots of trail options and an on site nature center. The parking lot is small and will be full on good weather days.

Jeffrey Carlson

Great place for a close in hike that feels like your in the forest. Longest loop is about 3 miles but easily extended to 5 miles if you weave in and out the trails. Also 500 elevation change in longest loop.

A Private User

The description here is for the Tualatin Hills Nature Park Interpretive Center, but the location shown is for Cooper Mountain Nature Park. Both are great parks but definitely not the same place.