| Overlook Park | |
|---|---|
 Signage for the park in 2011 | |
  Location in Portland, Oregon | |
| Location | N Fremont St. and Interstate Ave. Portland, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 45°32′55″N122°40′58″W / 45.54861°N 122.68278°W |
| Area | 11.30 acres (4.57 ha) |
| Operated by | Portland Parks & Recreation |
Overlook Park is a public park in north Portland, Oregon, United States.
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The park is known for its picturesque views of downtown Portland. It features a variety of amenities, including sports fields, a children's playground, and walking paths. Located at the intersection of North Fremont Street and Interstate Avenue, the 10.93-acre (4.42 ha) park was acquired in 1930. [1] It is accessible via the Overlook Park MAX station.
The park is home to a shelter and comfort station, constructed in the 1930s as part of a New Deal-era Works Progress Administration project. The shelter is considered a key historical feature of the park, providing a venue for small events and gatherings. [2]
The park features extensive walking paths with scenic views of the Willamette River and downtown Portland. It also contains a children's playground, and sports fields which are used for soccer and other team sports. [3]
The surrounding Overlook neighborhood also hosts several popular local businesses, and the Historic Overlook House. [4]
