August 20, 2008

Washington Park Shuttle service change

Shuttle changes to weekend-only service after Labor Day

TriMet's Washington Park Shuttle service changes to weekend-only service after Labor Day, September 1. The last day of service will be Sunday, September 28.

Now it its 10th year of service, the shuttle is a convenient way to visit Portland's popular attractions, including featured exhibits, concerts and other activities. So far this summer, weekly ridership has increased seven percent from last summer, averaging about 3,200 trips.

Catching the shuttle is easy by riding TriMet's Blue or Red Line MAX to Washington Park Station and taking the elevator to ground level. The shuttle runs at least every 15 minutes between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. with stops at these popular Washington Park destinations:

• Oregon Zoo
• Children’s Museum 2nd Generation
• International Rose Test Garden
• Japanese Garden
• Hoyt Arboretum
• World Forestry Center Discovery Museum
• Vietnam Veterans Memorial
• Rose Garden Children’s Play Park
• Hiking trails

Regular TriMet transfers and fares apply. Children six and under ride free with a paying passenger. To plan a trip to Washington Park, or for other information, visit trimet.org or call 503-238-RIDE (7433) weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.