Delta Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids East Delta Park |
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The Owens Sports Complex in East Delta Park, 2008
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| Type | Urban park |
| Location | Portland, Oregon |
| Area | 85.34 acres (34.54 ha) |
| Operated by | Portland Parks & Recreation |
| Open | 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily |
Delta Park is a large public park in north Portland, Oregon. It's located in the Oregon part of the United States. This park is special because it's split into two main parts by Interstate 5. You can find it between the Columbia Slough to the south and the Columbia River to the north.
The part of the park east of the Interstate is called East Delta Park. The part to the west is West Delta Park. West Delta Park used to be a city called Vanport, Oregon. This city was built during World War II to house people who built ships. Sadly, a big flood destroyed Vanport in 1948.
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What Can You Do at Delta Park?
Delta Park offers many fun activities and places to explore. It's a great spot for sports, nature, and learning about history.
East Delta Park: Sports and Fun
East Delta Park is a busy place, especially for sports!
Owens Sports Complex
A big part of East Delta Park is the Owens Sports Complex. This complex has:
- Seven softball fields
- Nine soccer fields
- A building for snacks and drinks
The complex is named after William V. Owens. He used to be a park superintendent. He helped create and manage the city's softball program.
Other Features in East Delta Park
Besides the sports complex, East Delta Park also has:
- A special area where dogs can run without a leash.
- A football field.
- Paved paths for walking or biking.
- Picnic tables for outdoor meals.
- A playground for younger kids.
- A volleyball court.
The Portland Parks & Recreation Department takes care of this park. East Delta Park is about 85.34-acre (34.54 ha) in size. It's open every day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Learning About Trees
The Urban Forestry Division of the Portland Parks Department has a special tree garden in East Delta Park. This garden is called an arboretum. It has many different types of trees. These are the kinds of trees the division suggests planting along streets. The division uses this arboretum to teach people how to identify trees. Groups like Friends of Trees come here to learn.
West Delta Park: Racing and Nature
West Delta Park offers different kinds of fun, including racing and beautiful natural areas.
Portland International Raceway
Portland International Raceway is a big part of West Delta Park. This is where you can watch exciting races. People race cars, motorcycles, and even bicycles here.
Golf and Wildlife
Sharing West Delta Park with the raceway are:
- The Heron Lakes Golf Course.
- Another dog off-leash area.
- Natural areas where you can see local wildlife.
Force Lake
Force Lake is a lake located at 45°36′17″N 122°41′37″W / 45.60472°N 122.69361°W. It's in the northwest corner of the golf course. Many different kinds of birds visit this lake. You can find signs around the lake that tell you about the animals living there. The signs also explain the history of Vanport, the city that used to be in this area.
