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OutKayaking\'s Kyle Sheeley leads a paddle on the Willamette River. OutKayaking\'s Kyle Sheeley leads a paddle on the Willamette River.
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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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The all-female, volunteer-run roller derby team battled its way to the top of Portland’s sports fandom, and a world championship, in recent years.

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Portland Soccer: Timbers and Thorns

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.

LGBTQ+, Outdoors, Sports
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Apple Picking Near Portland

Freshly-picked Pacific Northwest apples are a local favorite, and many Portland-area orchards allow visitors to pluck the fruit right off the branch.

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Indoor Activities for Children

When Portland's weather prevents kids from running around outside, families can choose from dozens of awesome indoor activities.

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Peacock in the Park

Sequins, boas and a rainbow of talent mark LGBTQ variety show Peacock in the Park's takeover of Washington Park.

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