The Gaffney Lane neighborhood serves as an example of elegant suburban lliving. The affluent neighborhood, with its attractive newer homes, is named after the Gaffney Lane Elementary School located north of the neighborhood. Rental houses, condominiums and apartments are nearby.
The neighborhood is pedestrian-friendly and close to schools, shopping, restaurants, and services. Bicyclists are close to bike lanes in the nearby neighborhood of Hillendale, as well as the Molalla Avenue Boulevard and Bikeway, which connects to Oregon City. Gaffney Lane is also convenient to major freeways, and is served by the Tri-Met public transportation system of Portland. The Portland International Airport and the Amtrak Union Station are nearby.
Gaffney Lane is close to the Clackamas Middle College, a unique, four-year college transition program for high school students. The neighborhood is also conveniently located next door to Clackamas Community College. Nearby is the private North Clackamas Christian School.
Wesley Lynn Park is near Gaffney Lane. The park has walking and running trails, a playground and picnic areas. Sports enthusiasts will find baseball, softball, soccer fields and a concessions stand in this family-friendly park.
KC’s Midway Historic Public House opened as Curly’s Midway in 1933. The local pub, a downtown fixture, serves food, beer, and offers 12 tournament quality pool tables.
First Friday, in Oregon City, is an opportunity for resident artists to meet the community and its visitors. The summer-long First Friday event celebrates art and culture in the city. In the evening, artists and their work are featured in indoor and outdoor settings, and the event also offers live musical performances. First Friday combines art and music with shopping and dining in Historic Downtown Oregon City.