Mt. Scott Park
Public park in Portland, Oregon, U.S.
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Mt. Scott Park is an 11.22-acre (4.54 ha) public park in Portland, Oregon's Mt. Scott-Arleta neighborhood, in the United States. Named after Harvey W. Scott, the park was acquired in 1922 and houses the Mt. Scott Community Center.[1]
| Mt. Scott Park | |
|---|---|
Park signage, 2020 | |
  Location in Portland, Oregon | |
| Location | SE 72nd Ave. and Harold St. Portland, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 45°28′53″N 122°35′16″W |
| Area | 11.22 acres (4.54 ha) |
| Etymology | Harvey W. Scott |
| Operator | Portland Parks & Recreation |
Description and history
The park was the starting point for the World Naked Bike Ride in 2016.[2]
Mt. Scott Community Center
The Mt. Scott Community Center was built in 1927, and acquired by Portland Parks and Recreation in 1949.[3]
The community center has served as a temporary homeless shelter.[4][5][6]
