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OutKayaking’s Kyle Sheeley leads a paddle on the Willamette River.
Culture / LGBTQ+ Community

LGBTQ+ Sports & Recreation

Portland abounds with LGBTQ-friendly sports and recreation opportunities.

Updated May 14, 2020 1 min read

PQ Monthly

Note: This section was produced in collaboration with ProudQueer.com, formerly known as PQ Monthly.

Located only a few hours from the beach, the mountains and the high desert, Portland is a sports and wilderness lover’s fantasy come true. In addition to regional outdoors offerings, Portland offers a wide range of hiking, biking and water sports within city limits.

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With a fervent following, every Portland Timbers and Thorns match has a festive atmosphere that's enjoyable whether you're a soccer fan or not.

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Kayaking in and Around Portland

When the weather heats up, folks flock to the water. For paddlers, that typically means hitting one the many rivers in and near Portland.

LGBTQ visitors can partake in exciting sports and activities with the following groups:

  • Rose City Softball Association
  • PDX Lesbian Network (snowshoeing, boating and more)
  • The Adventure Group
  • Amazon Dragons Paddling Club
  • NetRippers (soccer)
  • OutKayaking
  • Portland Frontrunners
  • Portland Gay and Lesbian Community Bowling Association (PCBA)
  • Portland Recreational Sports League
  • Rosetown Ramblers (square dancing)
  • Varsity Gay League

Portland is also the home of women’s football teams the Shockwave and the Fighting Fillies and the Portland Thorns FC professional women’s soccer team, which plays at Providence Park downtown.

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Grab your board and head to the Columbia River Gorge, the windsurfing capital of the world, located a short drive east of Portland.

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Put on some comfortable shoes and start walking — you’ll be surprised how easy Portland makes it.

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