Free Public Showers In Portland - Blanchet House

A List of Free Public Showers in Portland 

Please note: Blanchet House does not currently have showers. Please see the list below for current locations.

We compiled a list of places in the Portland metro area where you can find free or low-fee public showers when experiencing homelessness or a lack of permanent shelter.

This page was last updated on March 13, 2026. Contact us with updated information at [email protected].

By Cait Kegley

Access to free public showers is an incredibly important thing for people who are experiencing homelessness or lack permanent shelter. Without access to a shower or other hygiene services, we humans can experience low self-esteem, struggle to find and keep a job, disconnect from social interactions, or place ourselves at higher risk for infections.

Showering on a regular basis helps us meet social standards of cleanliness and outward appearance. It also keeps us healthy by removing bacteria, dead skin cells, and other irritants that might lead to skin issues. 

Jennifer Coon, a Peer Support Specialist in Portland, works with people who are experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity at Blanchet House. She knows through her own experience with homelessness and addiction how important access to a shower can be. 

“Don’t judge a book by its cover. Underneath the filthy pants, grimy hands, and greasy hair is someone with feelings and a story,” Coon says. “They simply need a break like a hot shower and some clean clothes. The struggle is very real.”

Before visiting one of the showers listed below we recommend that you first search Street Roots’ Rose City Resource directory for the most up-to-date information on where to find showers, restrooms, shelter, clothing, food, and more in Portland, OR.

Salmon Shower Project- First Unitarian Portland

Offers free showers weekly at First Unitarian.

• When: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 12 p.m.–4 p.m. • Where: SW 13th & Salmon • Contact: 503-228-6389 | [email protected]

City Team Portland: 

Grand Ave. Shelter – CityTeam Portland Offers showers for overnight shelter guests.

• When: Check‑in at 7:00 p.m.; showers available until 9:30 p.m.
• Where: 526 S.E. Grand Ave., Portland, OR 97214

Imago Dei Central Church – Shower Trailer Provides free showers via mobile shower trailer.

• When: Mondays, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
• Where: 1302 S.E. Ankeny St., Portland, OR

Location and Contact: 503-231-9334 [email protected] Website: https://cityteam.org/portland/

Clackamas Service Center shower trailer.

Clackamas Service Center

• Private, all‑gender shower rooms with full hygiene supplies and clothing. First come, first served—arrive before noon recommended.
  • When: Tuesday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Where: 8800 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97206
  • Contact: [email protected]
  • Details:
    • Portable shower cart with two private shower rooms
    • Provides shampoo, conditioner, body wash, washcloths, towels
    • Also offers razors, combs, socks, underwear, and full clothing changes
    • 15‑minute limit per person; guests with mobility or physical concerns should speak to staff for accommodations

Cultivate Initiatives

Cultivate Initiatives offers free showers at 4-6 different locations weekly throughout Portland. Check their schedule online.

• Hot showers, clothing, and hygiene products are available.

Contact 503-477-9742 [email protected] Online Mobile Shower Schedule

Hygiene4All shower trailer and toilets.

Hygiene4All

• Provides hot showers, hygiene supplies, clothing, first aid, device charging, waste management, and community reuse services.
  • When:
    • Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3 p.m.–9 p.m.
    • Sundays, 3 p.m.–7 p.m.
    • Fridays, 3 p.m.–7 p.m.
  • Where: 824 SE MLK Jr Blvd, Portland, OR (under the Morrison Bridge at SE MLK & SE Belmont)
  • Contact: 971-236-2524 | www.h4apdx.org
  • Details:
    • Shower trailer with 20‑minute hot showers
    • Soap, towels, hygiene supplies, medical supplies
    • Clean clothing and bedding exchange
    • Sanitized port‑a‑potties
    • Electronic device charging
    • Household trash disposal
    • Last shower taken 45 minutes before closing

NW Glisan Oasis Day Center

Daily drop in center offering amenities and support services. • When: Daily, 6 a.m.–10 p.m. • Where: NW 6th Ave & NW Glisan (Prosper Portland) • Contact: (971) 269 0024

Portland Rescue Mission shower room.

Portland Rescue Mission

• Showers for men only staying in the emergency basement shelter. Must be a registered guest.
  • When: Daily, 2–4 p.m.
  • Where: 111 W Burnside, Portland, OR 97209
  • Contact: 503-906-7690 | portlandrescuemission.org

Sunnyside Shower Project

• Community-based shower access.
  • When:
    • Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1 p.m.–5 p.m.
    • Saturdays, 2 p.m.–6 p.m.
  • Where: 3520 SE Yamhill St, Portland, OR 97214
  • Contact: 971-202-1721

Transition Projects Resource Center waiting room.

Transition Projects, Inc.

• Daily hygiene services with toiletries included. Showers are 15 minutes.
  • Last time slot:
    • Mon–Fri: 6:45 p.m.
    • Sat–Sun: 2:45 p.m.
  • Where: 650 NW Irving St, Portland, OR 97209
  • Contact: 503-280-4700 | Website
  • Additional Details: Towels, soap, and shampoo provided.

Requirements: A TPI registration required. Any one can register.

Mobile shower truck.

Union Gospel Mission at Parkrose United Church of Christ

• Mobile shower trailer available at multiple weekly locations.
  • Mondays: 10 a.m.–1:30 p.m. — 1302 SE Ankeny St (Imago Dei Church)
  • Wednesdays: 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — 15 NW Third Ave (Union Gospel Mission)
  • Main Contact Location: 12505 NE Halsey St (Parkrose UCC)

  Contact: 503-274-4483 | ugmportland.org

Small Fee Showers

Many truck stops and large travel centers have showers for a small fee.

Jubitz Truck Stop shower stall.

Jubitz Truck Stop

• Private, tiled showers with Jacuzzi access and oversized towels.
  • Fee: $20 per shower (CDL discount available)
  • Deposit: $10 refundable towel deposit
  • Hours: Open 24 hours
  • Where: 10210 N Vancouver Way, Portland, OR 97217
  • Contact: 503-283-1111 | Website
  • Details:
    • 11 private showers
    • Jacuzzi tub available

East Portland Community Center

• Fee: $6 (ages 18–59) | $5 (ages 60+)
• Hours:
  • Mon–Fri: 5:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
  • Sat: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Sun: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Where: 740 SE 106th Ave, Portland, OR 97216
• Contact: 503-823-3450

Garden Home Recreation Center

• Fee: $7
• Hours:
  • Mon–Fri: 7 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
  • Sat: 8 a.m.–1 p.m.
• Where: 7475 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223
• Contact: 503-629-6341

Grant Outdoor Pool

• Fee: $6 (ages 18–59) | $5 (ages 60+)
• Hours:
  • Mon–Fri: 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
  • Sat–Sun: 11:15 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Where: NE 33rd Ave & US Grant Pl, Portland, OR 97212
• Contact: 503-823-3674

Southwest Community Center

• Fee: $6 (ages 18–59) | $5 (ages 60+)
• Hours:
  • Mon–Fri: 5:30 a.m.–9 p.m.
  • Sat: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Sun: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Where: 6820 SW 45th Ave, Portland, OR 97219
• Contact: 503-823-2840