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Great views of the Wilamette river and nice shade on a hot day.

If you walk parallel to the Rim Drive along the crater, you will have fantastic views of the crater lake that are not as crowded as those at Rim Village.

The greenest I have ever seen the lakes has been under cloudy skies, so don’t be afraid to hike this one when the skies are gray. Green Lakes is not typically accessible until mid-June due to snow. A Central Cascades permit is required for hiking to Green Lakes between June 15 and October 15.

Todd Lake offers an excellent short hike around its shore, with views of Mt Bachelor and Broken Top along the way. An excellent spot for playing in the water, having a picnic or fishing for brook trout. While Todd Lake does not require a wilderness permit, you will need one to access the Todd Trail which leads to high alpine destinations like Green Lakes and Broken Top.

City of Portland Reservoir Number 5 is one of the water reservoirs at Mount Tabor that no longer supplies drinking water. Though they are important assets to the City of Portland and are undergoing a maintenance project, the City of Portland Reservoir Number 5 resembles a small castle, and the view of downtown from the east end of the reservoir is great, especially after sunset when the lights are all on.

Fort Stevens State Park is a must-visit destination for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts. This expansive 4,300-acre park boasts a rich military history, having once been a vital installation that guarded the entrance of the Columbia River. This beautiful park has a lot to explore, including excellent hiking and bike-friendly trails, a freshwater lake, beaches, dunes, a museum and a fascinating historic shipwreck.

Fort Stevens State Park is a must-visit destination for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts. This expansive 4,300-acre park boasts a rich military history, having once been a vital installation that guarded the entrance of the Columbia River. This beautiful park has a lot to explore, including excellent hiking and bike-friendly trails, a freshwater lake, beaches, dunes, a museum and a fascinating historic shipwreck.

Fort Stevens State Park is a must-visit destination for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts. This expansive 4,300-acre park boasts a rich military history, having once been a vital installation that guarded the entrance of the Columbia River. This beautiful park has a lot to explore, including excellent trails for multiple running routes, a freshwater lake, beaches, dunes, a museum and a fascinating historic shipwreck.