Goose Hollow, Portland, Oregon
Goose Hollow (PDF Map)acquired its distinctive name through early residents’ practice of letting their geese run free throughout the wooded hollow. Former Mayor Bud Clark’s Goose Hollow Inn (1927 SW Jefferson St.) is a long-time neighborhood hang out. The Southwest Portland neighborhood is adjacent to Downtown and is served by the MAX light rail line, which provides transport to the airport and the rest of the city. Goose Hollow has several parks, including Washington Park, where one can catch the Wildwood Trail.
Schools
Elementary Schools
Chapman Elementary School 1445 NW 26th
Middle Schools
West Sylvan Middle School 8111 SW West Slope Dr.
High Schools
Lincoln High School 1600 SW Salmon St.
Statistics
Parks
- Frank L Knight Property - SW Montgomery Dr.
- Jefferson Street Property - SW Jefferson St & Canyon Rd.
- Washington Park - Head of SW Park Pl.
Neighborhood Organizations
Goose Hollow Foothills League meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 7:00PM at First Methodist Church (1835 SW Jefferson St.)
Goose Hollow Foothills League is a member of Neighbors West/Northwest
External Links
- City of Portland
- PortlandConnected - A community site, including information about Portland neighborhoods, schools, restaurants, arts and culture
- Portland Public Schools
- Portland Parks and Recreation