Portland in the News: Shady Hikes; Parks Turning 100; Portland Treasure Map & More | August 18, 2022

Turning 100 years old in 2022, the first state parks in Oregon were little more than roadside picnic areas.

Stay cool this week with a shady hike; here’s a list of nearby suggestions.

And a small scrap of paper from 1862 at the Oregon Historical Society appears to be a map to hidden treasure in Portland.

Here’s a roundup of the goings-on in Portland this week:

• Atlas Obscura: There Maybe Could Possibly Be a Treasure Buried Under Portland, Oregon

• Portland Monthly: Shady Hikes and Picnic Spots for Hot Days in and around Portland

• Oregonian: Will Portland be able to see the northern lights this week?

• Eater: Eater Portland’s Guide to River Float Snacking

• OPB: Photography exhibit celebrates Oregon State Parks on its 100th anniversary

• Here is Oregon: How Oregon state parks evolved from roadside picnic areas into iconic natural landmarks

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