Faubion Playground
4.8(110)4.8 out of 5 stars, 110 reviews Portland, OR
About Faubion Playground
Faubion Playground offers an exceptional outdoor experience, highlighted by two thrilling zip lines popular with both kids and adults, robust climbing structures, and a covered basketball court. Its all-astroturf surfacing ensures accessibility for mobility aids and prevents mud, maintaining a clean and new appearance. Despite restrictions during school hours, it provides high-value entertainment when open to the public.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families seeking an active outdoor playground with unique features like zip lines.Parents looking for an accessible and clean play area, especially due to the astroturf.Children who love climbing, running, and exciting structures.Basketball enthusiasts wanting a shaded court.Playdates with other families during public access times.
Why families love it
- Two zip lines that are a major attraction and enjoyed by both children and adults
- Good, robust climbing structures for various ages
- Covered/shaded basketball court
- Entire playground surfaced with astroturf, preventing mud and enhancing accessibility
- Large grassy area available for running around
- Plenty of designated seating areas for parents
Insider tips
- **Check operating hours:** Plan your visit carefully, as the park is closed to the public during school hours (typically 8 am - 3 pm on weekdays) and specifically has school priority from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm.
- **Parking Strategy:** Arrive during off-peak public hours to have a better chance of finding street parking, as it can be problematic when busy.
- **No Dogs:** Leave your pets at home, as dogs are strictly not allowed.
- **Hydration:** While not explicitly mentioned, it's generally good practice to bring water, especially given the outdoor nature of the playground and active play.
Good to know before you go
- **Weekday mornings/afternoons (8 am - 3 pm):** The park is generally closed to the public during these school hours.
- **Weekdays 11:30 am - 1:30 pm:** Public access is explicitly prohibited during this school priority window.
- **Bringing your dog:** Dogs are not permitted on the premises.
- **Expecting easy parking during peak times:** Street parking can be difficult when the playground is busy.
- Public access is strictly restricted during school hours (generally 8 am - 3 pm on weekdays, with specific priority for school kids from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm).
- Crowds
- **Closed/Restricted during School Hours:** The park is closed to the public from 8 am - 3 pm on weekdays, with school kids having priority from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, implying high school-related traffic during those times.
- Value
- Faubion Playground offers excellent value as it is a free public access facility during its open hours. It provides high-quality amenities like multiple zip lines, astroturf, and shaded areas without any entry cost, making it a very economical choice for family entertainment.
- Food
- Dogs are explicitly not allowed in the park. No specific policies regarding bringing human food or drinks are mentioned in the reviews.
- Accessibility
- **Mobility Aid Accessible:** The entire playground features astroturf surfacing, making it accessible to mobility aids.
- Safety
- The park is described as being fenced off and gated, implying a controlled and contained environment.
What parents say
"this playground rules. it's technically for kids 12+ but my 5 yo loves it. good climbing structures. two zip lines. covered basketball structure and plenty of room for parents to sit. all astroturf so it's accessible to mobility aids and doesn't get muddy."
7 months ago
"Very cool park with plenty of fun things to do , including two zip lines, that was actually the reason why we went there . You can't go when the school is open and dogs are not allowed. There is also a basketball court in the shade and a big grass area to run around. The park looks new and very well landscaped . The only negative thing is that I found some trash left around, maybe it would be helpful to add a trash bin by the playground for the ones who can't be bothered to walk back to the one by the school."
2 years ago
"School kids have priority 11:30am - 1:30pm. No public allowed. Great playground during other times."
2 weeks ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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