Salmon Bake at Tryon Creek State Natural Area

Celebrate fall in the forest with a traditional salmon bake at Tryon Creek State Natural Area.

On Saturday, October 17, Friends of Tryon Creek is hosting a community Salmon Bake to honor its Indigenous partners and thank the Tryon Creek community. Visitors can watch a traditional salmon bake prepared by the Bruno family and enjoy a sample of the freshly prepared fish.

The event is a great opportunity to experience Indigenous food traditions while enjoying one of Portland’s most beautiful natural areas.

Tryon Creek Salmon Bake

The Salmon Bake takes place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Friends Circle near the Nature Center.

Visitors are invited to stop by before or after exploring the park’s forested trails. October is a beautiful time to visit Tryon Creek, when fall colors brighten the forest and the trails offer a peaceful escape from the city.

The event is hosted by Friends of Tryon Creek, a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and sharing the natural area through education, restoration and community programs.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

• Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Location: Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 S. Terwilliger Blvd., Portland

• Activities: Traditional salmon bake demonstration and salmon sampling

• Cost: No admission fee is listed on the organizer’s event page.

For more information, visit the Friends of Tryon Creek Salmon Bake event page.

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