PORTLAND, Ore. — A 147-foot "drop tower" ride proposed for Oaks Amusement Park in Southeast Portland has sparked concerns from nearby residents who say it would mar scenic views and potentially harm ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The City of Portland has rejected an attempt to block a new “drop tower” at Oaks Amusement Park. Portland hearings officer David Doughman struck down the appeal from the Bird ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — For 120 years, Oaks Amusement Park has provided thrills, chills and fun to kids of all ages at its 44-acre park in Southeast Portland. Now they want to add a new 147-foot ride, ...

Scaregrounds PDX at Oaks Amusement Park is open now through November 1. Known as Oregon's largest haunted attraction, a ticket to Scaregrounds PDX gets you into three unique haunted houses; the ...

Sean Strauss surpassed the height requirement for the biggest thrill rides at Oaks Amusement Park many years ago, but the excitement hasn’t worn off for him at all. He actually made it part of his job ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — A Portland hearings officer has denied an appeal to block Oaks Amusement Park from adding a 135.5-foot drop tower ride, despite concerns from nearby residents that it would mar scenic ...

Portland’s most family-friendly amusement park has hit a 120-year milestone! We paid a visit to find out how they’re celebrating this summer! Make the most of your Tuesdays this summer with special ...

In honor of its 120th anniversary, Oaks Amusement Park in Portland will hold a lottery allowing 120 households an opportunity to buy season passes. Only the winners will get a chance to buy a season ...

Still looking to make Mother’s Day plans on Sunday? Oaks Amusement Park is offering free rides to moms to celebrate the occasion. The park in Southeast Portland says moms can receive a free ride ...

NEW YORK (AP) - Before Disneyland and Six Flags, before steel coasters went 50 mph and rides were named for cartoons, movies and superheroes, there were trolley parks. The parks were built by trolley ...

City gives go-ahead to Oaks Amusement Park ride met … Video / Jul 8, 2025 / 10:10 PM PDT ...