Portland Parks Says Most Fields Open But Only for Permitted Activities

Portland Parks & Recreation said Monday that city-owned athletic fields and ball fields are open but only for permitted activities. Drop-in use is not allowed given the condition of the fields because of the very wet recent conditions.

Gabriel Park's Field #2 is totally off limits because of standing water,

Portland Parks says that they have consulted with youth soccer leagues and other major stakeholders in making the determination that fields can remain open for use only by people who have secured permits, which are for games scheduled on weekends only for the foreseeable future. The bureau will reevaluate field conditions periodically.

All ballfields and athletic fields were off limits for three days last week because of the conditions.

Parks officials stress that permit holders and players must make the determination if their fields are safe to use. Playing sports on fields with standing water or excessive mud can be unsafe.

Photo courtesy Portland Parks & Recreation