Welcome to the Carlton Parks System!
Discover the natural beauty and recreational spaces that make Carlton a wonderful place to live and play. Our city is home to a variety of parks where residents and visitors can relax, explore, and connect with nature.
đź—ş Explore Our Parks
Each park in Carlton offers something unique—from scenic walking trails to open green spaces perfect for picnics and play. Check out our park maps to see what amenities are available at each location.
🏕 Picnic Shelter Rentals
Planning a gathering? Hawn Creek Park and Wennerberg Park feature picnic shelters that can be reserved for your next event.
📞 To check availability and pricing, please contact our front office at 503-852-7575.
🌿 Help Keep Our Parks Beautiful
We kindly ask all visitors to leave the parks as clean—or cleaner—than you found them. Your care helps preserve these spaces for everyone to enjoy.
Thank you and enjoy your time in Carlton’s parks!
Ladd Park
Ladd Park amenities: Outdoor (seasonal) pool, basketball court, picnic areas, playground and restrooms.
Wennerberg Park
Wennerberg Park amenities: Baseball fields, two playgrounds, three reservable park picnic shelters, Frisbee Golf course, restrooms and river access. No overnight camping allowed.
Hawn Creek Park
Hawn Creek Park amenities: Reservable covered picnic shelter and playground.
This pocket park is on South 7th Street and is very close to East Main Street for easy access. Enjoy a picnic in the shade! No other park amenities available at this location.
Near the end of South 7th Street lies a meandering trail behind the subdivision and apartments. Enjoy this short shaded walkway connecting South 7th Street to East Cleveland Street. No park amenities available.