Gay and lesbian bars can be found throughout Portland and most everywhere is gay-friendly. Though Portland is not as visibly gay a city as San Francisco, it has one of America’s strongest feminist and lesbian communities. Gay Portland is one of the few urban cities that can stake its claim as being surrounded by mountains, forests, and waterways. With a beautiful backdrop of Mount Hood in the distance, Forest Park on the edge of downtown and five major waterways within a 10-minute drive of the city, Portland’s location is truly one of a kind. Host to Pride Northwest and the Lesbian and Gay Film Fest, we think all LGBT travelers should experience this gorgeous city, the biggest city in Oregon. Portland is a green, clean, open-minded city that still has a small-town vibe. Once you’ve visited, you will understand why. Portland is ranked as one of America’s top five most livable cities and THE most eco-friendly city.
