Ride Guide
Everyone riding rides must have their own bracelet, including supervising companions/parents assisting children.
The under 48" bracelet will not be issued to any guest over 48" tall.
Adrenaline Peak
- Must be 48"-77" tall to ride
Summit the 72' vertical lift to a past-vertical initial drop that will leave you feeling the g-forces, then climb through three unique inversions all taken at jaw-dropping speeds! Cold temperatures may impact this ride's hours of operation.
AtmosFEAR
- 260°: 52" or taller
- 180°: 48" or taller
Our showstopping extreme attraction is one of our most popular! Opt for the 260° ride or choose the 180° ride for a pendulum experience.
Big Pink Slide
- 34" or taller to ride alone
- Under 34" with a supervising companion
It's a playground classic upscaled to bring the joy of recess to kids of all ages!
This ride does not operate in the rain.
Carousel
- 42" or taller to ride alone
- Under 42" with a supervising companion
Our hand-carved menagerie carousel is on the National Historic Register and has been on our midway for over 100 years! This attraction is free to ride during general hours; no bracelet is required.
RULES & SAFETY INFO
Chipper's Choppers
- 34" or taller to ride alone
- Under 34" with a supervising companion
Let the little ones take the driver's seat for a wheelie-popping tour of Oregon! Adults may only ride when escorting a child and must ride in the sidecar.
Cosmic Crash
- 50" or taller to ride alone
- 42"-50" with a supervising companion
Take a space-age spin in our classic bumper cars for out-of-this-world fun that's sure to send you into orbit! Cars can accommodate 1-2 riders.
Disk'O
- Must be 48" or taller to ride
Take a fantastic voyage back to the golden days of the 1970s as we dip, spin, and rock with a funk-a-delic trip along a colorful, curved track, all while the disco beat gets the party going and puts a little groove in your soul.
Ferris Wheel
- 48" or taller to ride alone
- 36"-48" with a supervising companion
Enjoy spectacular views of downtown Portland and the Willamette River on a gentle ride above the city. Benches can accommodate 1-3 people.
Frog Hopper
- Must be 36" or taller to ride
Riders old and young can enjoy the bouncing, boinging, tummy-tingling fun of a frog-hopping adventure on this popular kiddie ride that leaves guests grinning from ear to ear!
RULES & SAFETY INFO
This attraction is currently closed for maintenance.
Go Karts
- Driver: 58" or taller
- Passenger: 40" or taller with a licensed driver 18+
Everyone loves go karts! Put your driving skills to the test as you take the curves and race to the finish line! Go Karts are now included with Ride Bracelets!
Jump Boats
- Must be 36"-48" tall to ride
Young visitors set sail for fun and feel the thrill of a seafaring adventure riding the waves in our vividly painted vessels!
*New in 2023*
Guests over 48" tall cannot ride.
Oaks Park Train
- 42" tall to ride alone
- Under 42" with a supervising companion
Take a load off and enjoy the beauty of our lush grounds on a leisurely train ride. This attraction is free to ride during general hours; no bracelet is required.
Rock 'n Roll
- 53" or taller to ride alone
- 48"-53" with a supervising companion
Good old-fashioned fun is rockin' and rollin' while the tunes blast and the speed builds, first forward, then in reverse! Cars can accommodate 1-2 riders; smaller person must sit on the inside.
Rockin' Tug
- 42" or taller to ride alone
- Under 42" with a supervising companion
Anchored at the north end of the midway, the Good Ship Bollinger rocks riders every which way for a high-seas family adventure! Benches can accommodate 1-4 riders per row.
Rock-O-Plane
- 48" or taller to ride alone
- 36"-48" with a supervising companion
This high-flying in this upside-down ride has been a fan favorite for over half a century! You control the spinning with the hand break. Cages accommodate 1-2 guests.
Scrambler
- 48" or taller to ride alone
- 36"-48" with a supervising companion
A vintage ride that has been beloved for generations! Feel the exhilaration as you speed toward other riders at breakneck speeds then spin away just in time! Maximum of 3 people per tub.
Sky Fighters
- Must be under 48" tall to ride
Kids blast off for an orbiting outer space adventure aboard a one-of-a-kind antique attraction that their grandparents used to ride! Tubs accommodate 1-2 kids.
The Spider
- 48" or taller to ride alone
- 42-48" with a supervising companion
For over 50 years our Spider ride has given park-goers the creepy-crawlies on this exciting thrill ride. Tubs accommodate 1-3 riders.
Tilt-A-Whirl
- 48" or taller to ride alone
- 36"-48" with a supervising companion
No visit is complete without a dizzying, dazzling ride on this classic amusement park favorite! Cars accommodate 3-4 riders.
Toon Cars
- Must be under 48" tall to ride
Beep, beep! Our littlest visitors love taking a spin in these cute, colorful cars and honking the horn as they wave to Mom and Dad. Cars accommodate 1-4 kids.
Tree Top Drop
- 42" or taller to ride alone
- 38"-42" with a supervising companion
Once is never enough! Our family-friendly freefall drop tower plummets from 45' not just once but over and over again
Up, Up, & Away
- 42" or taller to ride alone
- Under 42" with a supervising companion
It's a hot air ballooning adventure high above our famous oak trees with great views of SE Portland. Tubs accommodate 1-4 people.
Zero Gravity
- Height Requirement: 42"-77"
Updated and more exciting than ever, this carnival classic is even better than you remember - now higher, faster, and more fun for the family as riders spin to a height of over 25' in the air!
Zoom Coaster
- 42" or taller to ride alone
- 34"-42" with a supervising companion
Small but mighty, this junior-sized roller coaster offers a big experience for coaster fans of all ages.
Hours
The rides, mini golf, and midway games are open seasonally in the spring, summer, and fall. Roller skating is open year-round.
Ride Bracelets
Quantities are limited; purchase your bracelets online in advance for guaranteed admission.
Parking & Directions
Located 10 minutes from downtown Portland at the east end of the Sellwood Bridge. Daily parking fees of up to $5 apply.
Group Discounts
Purchase 25 or more Ride Bracelets and get 25% off (40% off for non-profits). Advance reservations are required.
Guest Guidelines
Know before you go! Check out our visitor information to make sure you're ready to get the most out of your trip to "The Oaks."
Online Retail Store
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Ride previews provided by Project Myc.
We maintain all of the manufacturer's safety recommendations on all attractions.
Additional criteria to those listed may affect guests' ability to ride.
Babes-in-arms are prohibited from all rides except the train and carousel. Animals are not permitted on any attractions.
Each rider must present a ride bracelet at the ride entrance to be admitted onto the ride, with the exception of the Carousel and Oaks Park Train, which are free to ride. Ride bracelets are non-transferable and are only valid for the original wearer.