North Clackamas Parks & Recreation District

06/18/2026

Dive into fun at North Clackamas Aquatic Park—your local oasis for endless summer adventure! Big Surf Recreation Swim is now offered seven days a week from 12:30–3:30 p.m. Come zip down thrilling water slides, ride the waves, and splash around with friends! Reserve your spot online: ncprd.org/programs/aquatics/big-surf

Facility will be closed June 19 and July 4.

06/10/2026

The District Advisory Committee (DAC) will be hosting a special community roundtable discussion tonight, June 10 at 5:30 p.m., to discuss the long-term financial sustainability of NCPRD. Residents will have an opportunity to share their ideas, perspectives, and concerns about the future of funding for NCPRD with the DAC.

The meeting will be held at the Concord Community Center (3811 SE Concord Road) and can also be attended virtually via Zoom. View the agenda and access the meeting link at: ncprd.org/public-meetings.

06/09/2026

Another fabulous Pride Bingo event, hosted by Milwaukie Community Center Foundation! Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable evening celebrating community with the dazzling Poison Waters & Friends.

Photos by Hamid Shibata Bennett.

05/23/2026

Exciting news! The new splash pad and water play channel are now open at Concord Park — just in time for Memorial Day weekend!

Highlights:
💧Accessible splash pad designed for all ages and abilities
💧Interactive water play channel where kids can create, redirect, and explore water flow using dams and canals
💧Conveniently located next to Concord Community Center and Oak Lodge Library
💧Alongside/within a beautiful new accessible playground
💧Restrooms nearby
💧Easy onsite parking
💧Covered picnic shelter available to reserve for birthday parties and gatherings

Open daily all summer long during normal park hours. More at ncprd.org.

05/19/2026

Mix and match summer camps to create a schedule that works best for your family!

Did you know that NCPRD makes it easy to build a full‑day summer camp experience for your child? Families can register for both morning and afternoon half‑day camps. When kids are enrolled in both sessions, they can take advantage of supervised in‑between care during the midday transition.

In‑between care is currently available on the following dates:
☀️ Concord Community Center & Park: June 29–July 2 and August 3–7
☀️ Mt. Scott Elementary: July 6–10, July 13–17, July 20–24, and August 10–14

Learn more and register at ncprd.org/summer-camps.

05/14/2026

Don’t miss out — tomorrow, May 15, is the final day to register for Teen Swim Night! Get ready for an evening of swimming, music, and poolside fun.

Get your tickets today: ncprd.org/teen-swim

05/13/2026

Join us tonight, May 13, from 5:30-7 p.m. for the District Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting. The community is invited to attend in person at the Concord Community Center, located at 3811 SE Concord Road, or virtually via Zoom. To view the agenda and access the meeting link, please visit: ncprd.org/public-meetings. See less

05/11/2026

Have a say in the future of parks and natural areas in Clackamas County. Voting is now open for Metro’s Nature in Neighborhoods Community Choice Grants, and you get to help decide which projects move forward! You can vote for up to five projects—and yes, several exciting projects from NCPRD's recently adopted 2025 System Plan are on the list:

🌿 Accessible Nature Skate at 70th & Monroe
🌿 Restore Floodplain Habitat along Mt. Scott & Camas Creeks (North Clackamas Park)
🌿 Trail & Habitat Improvements at Rivervilla Park
🌿 Risley Refresh
🌿 Neighborhood Greenspace in Sunnyside (Justice Property)

Your voice matters—anyone age 11+ can vote. Take a few minutes to explore the projects and support the ones you’d love to see in your community. Cast your vote here: www.oregonmetro.gov/communitychoice

This hub site contains information and maps related to Metro's 2025 Community Choice Grant project.

05/08/2026

It was a packed house this past weekend for the OBT2 performance at the Milwaukie Community Center!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with artistry, enchantment, and wonder. And a special thank you to the incredibly talented dancers for sharing such a beautiful performance with our community.

Photos by Hamid Shibata Bennett.