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Portland, Oregon:
Portland, Ore., is the pinnacle of "active transportation" in the United States. From its wide, clear bike lanes and amazing trails, to its walkable blocks and integrated public transportation, Portland embodies the principle of incorporating biking and walking in everyday travel.
August 8–10, the TrailLink 2007 conference will be based on the campus of Portland State University, easily accessible by biking, walking and transit to the best Portland has to offer.
Pedestrian-friendly streets, urban trails and half-size city blocks will motivate you to tour Portland on foot or by bike. For trips further a field, use the city's interconnected public transportation options such as the convenient Portland Streetcar line or the MAX light rail system. It's all part of the active transportation movement. Money magazine rates Portland America's "Best Big City." According to Money's editors, Portland won the top spot by "avoiding urban sprawl" and for "placing a premium on green space, culture and an accessible city center."
TrailLink 2007 attendees will want to visit Washington Park, home to the renowned International Rose Test Garden, the Oregon Zoo and Japanese Garden. Readers will love the famous Powell's City of Books, while nature lovers can bask in the oasis of the Portland Classical Chinese Garden located in the heart of the Pearl District. A leisurely bike ride along the new Eastbank Esplanade is a must, with its spectacular city views and its 1,200-foot floating walkway. A vibrant arts scene, great dining choices, tax-free shopping and proximity to limitless outdoor recreation in the scenic Columbia River Gorge are just a few of the things to do in Portland.
How to Get to Portland
Airport Info
American Airlines is giving TrailLink 2007 attendees a reduced fare. Please use code A8387AH when purchasing tickets on the Internet. Call 800.433.7300 or search flights at www.aa.com.
Portland International Airport (PDX) is served by 18 international and domestic airlines offering 300 arrivals and departures daily.
Accommodations
Dorm Accommodations (The Ondine) No Longer Available
Conference attendees have the low-cost option ($50 per night) of staying on the urban campus of Portland State University in the Ondine. These are not your mother's dorm rooms. Only two blocks away from the center of the conference Smith Union, the Ondine has attractive facilities. All the dorm rooms are fully furnished with free wireless access, fans, coffee pots, phones, alarm clocks and linens (bedding and towels). The dorm has private rooms with two single beds, most with private bathrooms and some with kitchen facilities.
Sign-up for a dorm room when you register for TrailLink 2007. Check-in is from 2 to 6 p.m. unless other arrangements have been made. Dorms are located at 1912 SW 6th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97201-5264.
Hotel Accommodations (University Place)
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has reserved a block of rooms at University Place, a hotel on the Portland State University campus. These rooms are $79 per night and are on a first come, first served basis.
Please call University Place by July 8th to receive your discounted to get your special Rails-to-Trails Conservancy/TrailLink 2007 rate (503.221.0140). After July 8th rooms can be reserved subject to availability and current market rates. University Place is located at 310 SW Lincoln Street, Portland, OR 97201.
Meeting Venue
Smith Student Union
TrailLink 2007 program sessions will be held at Smith Student Union on the campus of Portland State University. The Student Union is just two short blocks from the Ondine dorn and approximately six blocks from University Place hotel. Conference sessions will be on the second and third floors. The Smith Student Union is located at 1825 SW Broadway, Portland OR 97201.
Campus Map
This handy campus map will help you find you way from the dorm or the hotel to the Smith Student Union.
Getting Around Campus
Visitor information for the campus' Transportation and Parking Services will help you get around Portland State University:
Getting Around
How to Get Around Portland/Transportation
Tourist Information
Visit the official tourism and meeting Web site for Portland, Ore., for everything you'll need to travel easily and safely to TrailLink 2007.
Local Tips
- For more information please call or visit the Portland Oregon Visitors Association at 877.678.5263 or www.pova.com.
- The Portland area code is 503.
- Local parks: Forest Park is the nation's largest wilderness park within a city's boundaries. Washington Park includes the Oregon Zoo, Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, tennis courts, playgrounds, and trails. For more information call 503.823.7529 or visit www.parks.ci.portland.or.us.
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