Large concrete space nestled amongst apartment buildings and assorted PSU buildings, this fountain park serves as a convergence space of several interurban walking paths. There is a large food cart pod nearby and this is a popular spot for lunch, especially during the summer months.While the architecture of the fountain itself is less interesting than some of the other fountain parks of downtown Portland, it still serves as an interesting centerpiece to the space. In addition to the fountain, there is a large wooden shelter with some benches.This is a popular meeting place for homeless folks, who will often commandeer much of the seating. Ive never been hassled here, though its worth noting that there is often no seating available.Overall, this is a nice space to pass through, and take a pause, on an urban hike around the downtown sector of Portland.

This is one of my favorite landscape architecture projects in the world. Halprin had an excellent way with water and geometry. A nice place to hang out, work or just enjoy a cool water feature. Definitely worth visiting if you are a fan of design or nice fountains.

Its a nice open area to sit and eat.

Very peaceful place . enjoy lunch and or just hangout with friends/ family/ coworkers anytime of the day. Security are always around watching, feel safe. Love the view, water feature is nice . Little nature in the middle of the city is relaxing. City does a great job keeping it Clean/ violence free. Recommend to anyone any day.

This is a historic place. Dedicated to one of the founders of the city. Amazing

This fountain came up in a search for parks with fountains for kids. However, when we arrived, we saw signs saying that the fountain isnt for playing in. Makes sense as there are a lot of sharp edges. The fountain itself is beautiful with a beautiful pavilion. I recommend it for a peaceful place to read, but its definitely not for wading or playing in, although Im sure some people do.

Great park for eating lunch or just taking a break during the day. Conveniently near a great food cart pod and a cool bookstore. No really pet friendly since theres no grass at all.

Nice nice fountain. Probably one of the biggest in Portland

This is a great place to visit with a beautiful water feature. Theres no grass, but there are places to sit, a small covered area and plenty of people out enjoying it on nice days. However, it will be under construction until the end of 2018. Keep in mind that the covered area is typically the home of many homeless, so may not be available.

A nice peaceful spot near the city center. It has some benches in the shade and the fountain is beautiful. It is out of the way of the hustle and bustle.

Great for calming the mind. Theres a few poke stops and a gym here for Pogo players.

Prime downtown locale. There is a vast array of things to do all around. Apartments are nice.

Amazing Fountain I just cannot get over how many amazing Fountains of city has and not on top of that its that they have all these amazing sounds and theyre made for people to actually swim in and play and its wonderful

Nice park for a visit

Whether its on or not, this fountains strange topography is makes for great pictures and a serene lunch eating location. They just cleaned it too so it should be nice for the next two months

Its normally a very nice place to relax and listen to the sound of the waterfalls, but its being renovated this summer so its not running right now

A relaxing place to eat your lunch and collect your thoughts. (Please dont litter)

Cool looking park,but.......very loud and obnoxious homeless. The homeless people seem to keep others from enjoying the park

I love this fountain; beautiful to look at and fun to hang out around. Lots of space to study or eat or just hang out; a lovely public area. Calming. The one downside is that there isnt much shade since the whole area is basically concrete.

I used to come play here when I was a child... Thank goodness for a free fountain...back then....there werent as many around.... And they didnt really stop us kids from getting in them.... What water quality?!!.... ....its still nice to know its still here... Even if it gets a few homeless... Name a part of town with issues.

Scenic, and alright to play in. Fun building to climb too.

Architecturally, really beautiful however, the transient camps around it and frequent police activity make it less than pleasant after 4pm. Special note: DO NOT get in the water. Animal defecation, bathing, washing clothing is all very prevalent. On a lighter note, the concerts at the fountain and community events are really great to attend.

Coil Spot To Relax

Really pretty and relaxing urban oasis. You can slightly feel all the water droplets that the fountain creates. A nice pkace for a midday break.

Catch it at night for some romance vibes

This fountain is still awesome, but kinda smells theres a lack of sanitation, it needs some serious cleaning.

Great to come out here and relax after class.

Cool park, especially on a nice day!

Lovely little park to sit in and eat lunch

Gorgeous! A clean, calming environment. Very private.

To many homeless hanging out.Otherwise itd be a great place to sit and read or??

Closed from December through April. Looks pretty though.

Nice spot on a sunny day to have lunch. Expect to be approached by homeless however. Someone nearby will likely be happy to take your leftovers

Beautifull fountain

Good for a one time visit

It was pretty but not enough birds. Please add more exotic birds in the future.

IT IS THE BEST SPOT EVER

Not worth going out of your way to see, but if youre in the area pop youre head in. For kids I suppose its better because they can wade in the fountain. However, I was unimpressed.

There is plenty of nearby security to talk to about whatever, whether it be questions about the area or needing help. The ppb also patrol the area frequently and help keep everything safe. Its also one of the more cool looking fountains in portland.

The fountain is beautiful and the area surrounding it is very pretty- unfortunately the water can sometimes have trash or broken glass in it. Homeless people regularly sleep on the benches here. Multiple times I was asked for Marijuana. Location is great, the people arent.

A pretty area; its super peaceful when theres not a lot transients littering around the area (actually littering, Im not implying the individuals themselves are litter)

The homeless that usually are there defend the neighborhood from tweakers thieves and skinners

Currently off

There can be a few homeless that hang around in this area (not in a scary way, but in an informative way). The fountains are actually pretty relaxing and during the summer Lovejoy Fountain is a great place to bring a good book and hang out by the fountains, on the benches around the park, or in the shade.

Just a really cool fountain and seating area. You can walk around through the fountain and enjoy from many angles. Its worth adding to your walkabout.

Lovely place to chill

The fountain itself is lovely as well as the location. Can have large amount of homeless in the mornings though, but Ive never had any problems and I come here a couple times a week for lunch breaks

Very cool place, pretty fountain surrounded by lush greenery and big city staples alike. Im really glad that Reverend Lovejoy got this fountain named after him.

Hobos love hanging out here for some reason.

Great park to enjoy some beautiful architecture while you eat your lunch if you work downtown.

Rich people showing off their condos dont like homeless people being around their area

This park has a beautiful scene! This park is perfect for walking, jogging, and exercising.

This park is an often forgotten historical gem of Portland. The man that designed this park was a pioneer of design. This park and fountain are amazing on a hot summer day.

Ive always thought Id be stabbed at this park, but luckily, OHSU is nearby, and they can help with stabbings, but not cardiology, go figure.

This is a great place to catch sun when we have it and to eat lunch or read.In March 2014, the city got some grants and pooled money to restore the park shelter, which has a copper roof.The shelter is supposed to mirror the crags of the west hills behind it, but unfortunately PSU / City of Portland blocked that with an office building and Ondine Residence Hall.

Great view

Nice park but always lots of homeless people on the benches and such

Of one Portlands less known fountain park. Its pretty and clean. However since its near PSU it could get crowded with some unfriendly students.

Beautiful relaxing area in the center of the ever crazy and fast paced city of Portland.

Nice fountain, Quite area nice spot to just kick back and relax.

Beautiful view of Mount Hood. Great lunch spot.

Beautiful place you can hang in around

Good times

Fountains bring love and joy to my park experience.

Very popular spot to sit and have lunch on a sunny day.

Always something interesting goin on here.

Nice place to take rest after long day

Peaceful place. Segway tours start here.

Homeless camp on site needs attention

This park is so fancy OMG Best place evaaaaaaaaaa

Bums have taken over.

Great place to live

The water wasnt on. Not sure it ever is--this has been my third visit, and Ive never seen it on.

Very cool

Yes well be going back

Quiet and peaceful

Beautiful

It has a nice fountain...

There was water everywhere

Beautiful, especially after homeless sweep.

Ok

BEAUTIFUL

Good

Nice

Beautiful

Such a lovely park

Many homeless here are great, most are harmless, some are loud, not too many tweakers, nice place to take a dip on a hot day

Excellent service

Beautiful

Fun for kids!

Boring

Its a fountan

Sweet place to relax

Great spot to unwind in downtown Portland!

Beautiful Portland park popular with PSU employees and students during their lunch breaks.

Ok

Great fountain

Great space, great fountains, great park!

Great water feature

Love it