Tryon Forest Adventures
Environmental education camps in Portland's only state park, a 670-acre urban forest with 50+ years of programming history.
About Tryon Forest Adventures
Run by Friends of Tryon Creek, these camps take place in Portland's only state park—a 670-acre urban forest oasis in SW Portland. The program draws on 50+ years of environmental education expertise. With a high instructor ratio (2 leaders per 15 youth) and staff trained in both ecology and cultural competency, these camps offer deep nature immersion in a remarkably accessible location. Kids explore creek ecosystems, identify native plants, and develop a lasting connection to the forest.
What Makes This Camp Special
- 1Set in Portland's only state park—670 acres of urban forest
- 250+ years of environmental education experience
- 3High instructor ratio: 2 leaders per 15 youth
- 4Staff trained in restorative justice and cultural competency
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