Parks & Recreation

Welcome to Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation! We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in our community through a wide range of recreational programs, beautiful parks, and engaging activities for all ages and abilities.

he City of Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation logo, CAPRA accreditation badge, and the city seal overlaid on a scenic backdrop featuring a historic stone building, trees, and a soft sunset.
Parks & Rec is Hiring

Join Our Team! We're hiring for a variety of exciting positions, and we'd love for you to explore opportunities with us. Discover where you fit and take the first step toward an amazing career. Click below to learn more and apply!

Photo of a smiling swim instructor in a pool teaching young children, with blue-tinted water and swimmers in the background
Get Involved with Parks Plan 2040

A public review draft of Parks Plan 2040 is now available! Click "Read More" to review the draft plan and share your comments.

Luscher Farm Camps
Become A Jr. Camp Counselor!

The Jr. Camp Counselor program is a volunteer program that offers pre-employment experience in LOPR Summer Camps from June-August. Weekly volunteer opportunities are available throughout the summer! Learn more by clicking below.  Or click here to APPLY NOW!

 

Parks & Recreation Summer Camps

The 2025 Summer Camp Guide drops March 14!

Stewardship Work Parties

Have a couple hours to share? Join a friendly habitat restoration work party! Lake Oswego has over 460 acres of park natural areas, and volunteering to restore natural park habitats provides a healthier eco-system. No experience needed!

Click below for work party dates.

People at a stewardship work party that are planting a tree. there are others who are in attendance and watching.
Exciting News About Our New Luscher Farm CSA Partner

We’re excited to share some fantastic news about Luscher Farm! Starting in April, we’re welcoming a new partner to our CSA program, and we’re thrilled about the opportunities this collaboration will bring to our community.

A banner on a wooden fence at Luscher Farm in Lake Oswego, reading "Home of the Luscher Farm CSA" with illustrations of fresh vegetables. The background features a barn, open fields, and trees under a soft green overlay.
Parks & Recreation Inclement Weather Policy and Procedures

The City and our Parks & Recreation team closely monitor weather reports, track local conditions, and stay prepared to respond to winter weather events, ensuring the safety of our community. Read more for programming updates and closures.

 

Trees are full of ice with a light blue sky.
Stafford Road Traffic Impact Update

Road work is ongoing along Stafford Road, between Bergis Road and Overlook Drive, specifically targeting improvements on the south side near the Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatics Center (LORAC) site. Expect traffic cones and occasional flaggers directing vehicles. Please proceed with caution in this area. 

An aerial view of Stafford Road in Lake Oswego, featuring a blend of natural landscapes, sports fields, and construction sites. The image shows the road with ongoing work, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage, parking lots, and buildings under construc
Indoor Playground at CCP

Looking for a fun place to take your little ones without worrying about the weather? Our indoor playground is the perfect solution!

Open Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

For ages 0-4.

A toddler on a plastic car playing in Indoor Play.
Rassekh Skatepark

We are excited to announce that the Rassekh Park parking lot is officially open to the public! You can access the park through the Rosemont/Stafford roundabout. Take the Atherton Drive exit and proceed to the park entrance. This new lot enhances accessibility for all visitors, including skaters and all-wheel users. 

A vibrant skatepark with skaters of various ages enjoying the ramps and rails under a partly cloudy sky. The park is surrounded by lush green trees, and the image features a soft blue overlay, enhancing the dynamic and inviting atmosphere.
Parks & Recreation SUMMER Activity Guide

The SUMMER Activity Guide and Camps Guide are available online NOW! Registration opens Saturday, April 5 for residents and Friday, April 11 for non-residents.

Click below for more info.

Parks & Recreation

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Parks & Recreation SUMMER Activity Guide

The SUMMER Activity Guide and Camps Guide are available online NOW! Registration opens Saturday, April 5 for residents and Friday, April 11 for non-residents.

Click below for more info.

Read More about Parks & Recreation SUMMER Activity Guide
Parks & Rec is Hiring

Join Our Team! We're hiring for a variety of exciting positions, and we'd love for you to explore opportunities with us. Discover where you fit and take the first step toward an amazing career. Click below to learn more and apply!

LEARN MORE about Parks & Rec is Hiring
Get Involved with Parks Plan 2040

A public review draft of Parks Plan 2040 is now available! Click "Read More" to review the draft plan and share your comments.

Read More about Get Involved with Parks Plan 2040
Parks & Recreation Summer Camps

The 2025 Summer Camp Guide drops March 14!

Read More about Parks & Recreation Summer Camps
Become A Jr. Camp Counselor!

The Jr. Camp Counselor program is a volunteer program that offers pre-employment experience in LOPR Summer Camps from June-August. Weekly volunteer opportunities are available throughout the summer! Learn more by clicking below.  Or click here to APPLY NOW!

 

Read More about Become A Jr. Camp Counselor!
Parks & Recreation Inclement Weather Policy and Procedures

The City and our Parks & Recreation team closely monitor weather reports, track local conditions, and stay prepared to respond to winter weather events, ensuring the safety of our community. Read more for programming updates and closures.

 

Read More about Parks & Recreation Inclement Weather Policy and Procedures
Exciting News About Our New Luscher Farm CSA Partner

We’re excited to share some fantastic news about Luscher Farm! Starting in April, we’re welcoming a new partner to our CSA program, and we’re thrilled about the opportunities this collaboration will bring to our community.

LEARN MORE about Exciting News About Our New Luscher Farm CSA Partner
Stafford Road Traffic Impact Update

Road work is ongoing along Stafford Road, between Bergis Road and Overlook Drive, specifically targeting improvements on the south side near the Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatics Center (LORAC) site. Expect traffic cones and occasional flaggers directing vehicles. Please proceed with caution in this area. 

LEARN MORE about Stafford Road Traffic Impact Update
Contact Information

Parks & Recreation Department

Information & Registration
503-675-2549
Email: loparks@ci.oswego.or.us

Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

505 G Ave.
PO Box 369
Lake Oswego, OR 97034

Parks & Recreation Management

Ivan Anderholm
Director of Parks & Recreation
503-675-2548
ianderholm@ci.oswego.or.us

Jeff Munro
Deputy Director of Parks & Recreation
503-534-5683
jmunro@ci.oswego.or.us

Jan Wirtz
Deputy Director of Recreation & Adult Services
503-675-2546
jwirtz@ci.oswego.or.us

Upcoming Events
Stained Glass for Adults - Purple Mountain Majesty

Mar 15 2025 - 1:00pm

Exploring Creativity & Passion in Retirement Series

Mar 17 2025 - 10:00am

ACC Special Event Luncheons!

Mar 17 2025 - 12:00pm

Indoor Playground at CCP

Mar 18 2025 - 9:00am

Creating Your Own Backyard Habitat

Mar 18 2025 - 10:00am

Stressbusters Program for Caregivers (Series)

Mar 18 2025 - 10:00am

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