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Spend a sun-filled day at Sauvie Island picking berries at Columbia Farms and laying in the sun at clothing-optional Collins Beach.

Berry Picking + Beach Going at Sauvie Island

At Columbia Farms U-Pick on Sauvie Island, enjoy a day of berry picking, walking through beautiful fields, and finding patches of ripe berries.

Berry Picking

✅ Before you go
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as you will be walking a lot and over uneven terrain.

💪 Pro tips
• The middle of the rows is where you will find the most ripe berries as everyone picks from the end first!

Collins Beach on Sauvie Island offers a serene experience with its clothing-optional policy, perfect for sunbathing and swimming in less crowded conditions.

Beach Going

✅ Before you go
• It’s a beach day! Pack your sunscreen, a blanket, and a swimsuit.

💪 Pro tips
• Some areas are shaded, but you can also find super sunny spots closer to the water. 

Collins Beach

You don't have to travel far to live your berry picking cottage cord dream.

30 minutes outside Portland is Columbia Farms located on

This is a u-pick farm with raspberries, blueberries,

They even have a small store that has local honey and these super yummy popsicles.

First, you grab some pints and then head out to the fields to start picking

it's a great deal for some amazing tasting berries.

There's no shortage of berries to pick and

walking through the fields itself is beautiful.

patch of perfectly ripe berries waiting for you.

you pay for the pints you picked and buckle them up in the car for a safe car ride home.

while you're on the island. You might as well spend time enjoying the beaches.

10 minutes down the road, you'll find Collins Beach for a relaxing afternoon swim.

It is a nude beach so be prepared, but it is much less crowded than the main

After a short walk to the trees, you've made it to the water, lay down a towel,

Sauvie Island this summer and enjoy all the magic it has to offer.

Head to NE portland to u-pick at a gorgeous, community-oriented urban flower farm!

Here's your plan for leisurely u-picking flowers, attending workshops, and enjoying a community farm vibe

U-pick In the City 💐

Enjoy u-pick flowers and community events at Sunblossom Farm, a hidden gem in NE Portland with pay-what-you-can options and seasonal workshops.

Flower Picking

✅ Before you go
• their u-pick hours for the 2025 season are Wednesdays 6pm-sunset and Saturdays 10am-1pm
• check out their upcoming events: https://www.sunblossomfarm.com/workshops
• if you’re paying full price for a bouquet, expect it to be around $30-$45!

💪 Pro tips
• follow their instagram to stay most up to date with their offerings and events! https://www.instagram.com/sunblossomfarms?igsh=MXVoMTZqbzQ4bjRheA==
• want a free bouquet? go for one of their volunteer days, which they usually announce on their insta!

Head to Sunblossom Farm

This is your plan to u-pick at a local urban flower farm.

and it's tucked away inside a neighborhood in Northeast,

making it feel like such a gorgeous hidden gem.

Their u-pick season lasts from around June to early October,

and they also have tons of other offerings

like plenty of events throughout the summer

and also some great ones in the fall and winter like floral wreath making.

One of my favorite things about Sunblossom is their

efforts to make the farm accessible to everyone.

They have a bouquet window where you pay what you can

for a bouquet and the proceeds go to a local charity,

u-pick days, and they host volunteer days where you can swing

by to help out and take home a free bucket of flowers.

I went with a group of friends and we had such a good time just hanging out,

and I really loved getting to see what different

flowers everyone picked and how they arranged them.

though they do recommend bringing your own vase to minimize waste.

There are tons of vases in their gift shop and

a lot of other great locally made goodies as well.

I'll put more info below so you can plan your visit soon!

Next time you’re craving a chill night out, head to WonderLove for drinks, good food, games, and views from the rooftop!

Here's your plan for drinks, food, rooftop views, dog-friendly seating, games, and community events at WonderLove

Games + Rooftop Views @ a Food Cart Pod

Enjoy rooftop views, food, drinks, and games at WonderLove in Buckman. Check out their events, including concerts and comedy nights, for a fun night out!

Games & Rooftop Bar

✅ Before you go
• check out their upcoming events (some of them tend to be free!): https://wonderlovepdx.com/event-venue/

Head to WonderLove 

This is one of our new favorite food cart pods in Portland.

plus indoor seating for when it's a little bit chilly outside,

but one of the best parts is their rooftop,

We really enjoyed our food and loved the variety that they had to offer.

but clearly I struggled a little bit more,

You can tell that this spot is meant to be a community hub,

and it's the kind of place you don't want to leave.

They also host lots of events like concerts and comedy nights.

Cruise up and down the Willamette and check out all of Portland’s bridges and skyline! 

Here's your plan for cruising the Willamette River, sightseeing bridges, and enjoying a relaxing pontoon boat ride

Pontoon Boat Rentals in Oregon City 🚤

Cruise the Willamette River on a pontoon boat with S&P Water Rentals, admiring Portland's skyline and bridges—perfect for groups up to 10.

Pontoon Boating

✅ Before you go
• Book your reservations here https://booking.spwaterrentals.com/
• You will have to put down a security deposit and you’ll need to pay for fuel 
• Arrive 30 mins before your booking to fill out paperwork and go through orientation 
• Public parking lot at Sportcraft Marina
• They encourage carpooling or ride share

💪 Pro tips
• We went down to St. John’s bridge and back to Willamette Fall
• The boat can fit up to 10 people
• We stopped for a bathroom break at Riverplace Marina. They have cafes and shops on the south waterfront

Enjoy the views from the river with S&P boat rentals 

We're going to get out on the river and cruise in style 😎

I booked a pontoon boat with S&P Water Rentals,

a local owned,small business in Oregon City.

You walk down to the dock and follow the jet ski sign,

Max and Audrey were the captains of our boat,

But it is an option to have the whole boat

You can bring anything you want on the water like some snacks and drinks,

to check out all of Portland's bridges and skyline.

We turned around at St John's Bridge and before ending the ride,

Max went past the dock to show us the Willamette Falls.

So if you're looking to make some unforgettable, fun summer memories,

A cultural event that showcases Thailand through food, traditions, and community! 

Here's your plan for enjoying Thai food, cultural dances, prizes, and community fun in Portland

Annual Thai Festival in NE 🇹🇭

Experience vibrant Thai culture, delicious food from local vendors, and traditional performances at Portland's annual Thai Festival in the Kerns neighborhood.

Thai Food Festival

✅ Before you go
• There is limited parking so I recommend carpooling or taking public transit! 
• check out the list of vendors that will be at the event https://www.tasteofthailandpdx.com/vendors

💪Pro tips 
• If you’re going with friends, have everyone line up at different booths and order different items to share. 
• I recommend going at opening because it gets busy

Attend the Portland Thai Festival 

The Thai festival is coming back to Portland,

There's a huge variety of Thai restaurants in Portland,

There will be so many booths with delicious food.

There will be cultural dances and prizes you can win.

It's a great way to hang out with the community,