Monitor Portland Traffic in Real-Time
Access 320+ live traffic cameras throughout Portland. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street cameras and intersection feeds across the city and 12 river bridges. Monitor I-5 through downtown, check conditions on I-84 along the Columbia River Gorge, track traffic across 12 Willamette River bridges, and plan trips on I-205, US-26, and all major corridors serving 2.5 million metro residents.
VIEW PORTLAND CAMERAS →Coverage Areas
I-5 Corridor
85+ Live Cameras
North-south main route, bridges, downtown
I-84 Corridor
75+ Live Cameras
East route along Columbia River
I-205 East Bypass
65+ Live Cameras
Glenn Jackson Bridge, east metro area
US-26/Sunset Highway
55+ Live Cameras
West to coast, Beaverton, Hillsboro
Bridges & Downtown
40+ Live Cameras
Steel Bridge, Burnside, Morrison, Hawthorne
Features
Interactive Map
View all Portland cameras on an interactive map with real-time clustering
Grid View
Browse cameras in a filterable grid with search and sort options
Save Favorites
Bookmark frequently-used cameras for quick access
Live Updates
Real-time feeds from Oregon DOT and 511 systems
24/7 Access
Monitor traffic conditions any time of day or night
Mobile Friendly
Fully responsive design works on all devices
About Portland Traffic Cameras
Portland traffic cameras provide essential real-time visibility for anyone traveling in the metropolitan area. Whether you're a daily commuter, occasional visitor, or professional driver, visual confirmation of traffic conditions helps you make smarter travel decisions.
Portland's geography creates unique traffic challenges. The Willamette River divides the city east-west, with 12 bridges serving as the only crossings. According to 2023 Census data, the average commute time for Portland residents is approximately 28 minutes, reflecting the city's complex infrastructure and reliance on limited river crossings.
According to the INRIX 2024 Global Traffic Scorecard, Portland ranked 25th in the United States for traffic congestion, with drivers losing an average of 41 hours annually to traffic delays. While not as high as some larger metros, these delays represent a significant economic and time impact for regional commuters.
While not all bridges carry car traffic, the ones that do — including the Marquam Bridge (I-5), Fremont Bridge (I-405), Ross Island Bridge, and Burnside Bridge — create natural bottlenecks that back up daily during peak hours. Any bridge incident or closure creates regional gridlock that ripples across the entire metro network.
Research published by the Federal Highway Administration found that access to real-time traffic camera feeds reduces secondary accident rates by up to 30% by enabling faster incident detection and response. This technology is vital in Portland, where rain falls approximately nine months of the year, creating constant wet road conditions and increased accident risks.
I-5 runs north-south through downtown Portland, carrying the primary flow of traffic between Salem to the south and Vancouver, Washington to the north. The Marquam Bridge, carrying I-5 across the Willamette, serves as the main crossing and daily bottleneck. The Fremont Bridge on I-405 provides an alternative but also congests during peak periods.
Major Routes
Key Highway Corridors
- I-5 — Main north-south through downtown, constant congestion
- I-84 — East to Columbia Gorge, rush hour gridlock
- I-405 — Downtown loop, limited capacity
- I-205 — Eastern bypass through Clackamas and east Portland
- US-26 — West suburbs (Beaverton/Hillsboro) tech corridor
- OR-217 — Beaverton connector between US-26 and I-5
Check Portland Traffic Right Now
See live conditions on I-5, I-84, and all Willamette River bridges before you drive.
VIEW PORTLAND CAMERAS →Bridge Challenges
Portland is known as the "Bridge City" for good reason. The Willamette River crossings create some of the metro area's most persistent congestion points.
Bridge incidents create regional gridlock. Limited crossings mean a single closure can redirect thousands of vehicles to already-congested alternatives. Monitor bridge cameras before committing to a crossing.
- Marquam Bridge (I-5) — Main river crossing, daily bottleneck during both rush periods
- Fremont Bridge (I-405) — Upper deck alternative, also congests during peak hours
- Steel Bridge — Shared with light rail, can cause delays during bridge lifts
- Burnside Bridge — Major east-west surface connection, frequent congestion
- Morrison Bridge — Downtown access, heavy pedestrian and transit interaction
- Hawthorne Bridge — Oldest lift bridge in Oregon, periodic bridge lifts cause backup
Peak Traffic Times
Portland Rush Hour Patterns
- Morning Peak: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM (westside to downtown heavy)
- Midday: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (lunch hour activity)
- Evening Peak: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM (reverse flow outbound)
- Friday Extended: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (weekend departure)
- Best Times: Before 6:30 AM or after 7:00 PM
Strategic Camera Monitoring
Make the most of Portland traffic cameras:
Check Before Commuting
Review your route 15-20 minutes before departure to spot congestion or incidents early.
Monitor Multiple Routes
Watch your primary route and alternatives simultaneously — bridge closures can change conditions fast.
Focus on Key Bottlenecks
Check known congestion points first: Marquam Bridge, I-5/I-84 interchange, US-26 tunnel.
Extra Monitoring on Weather Days
Portland rain impacts driving conditions year-round. Use cameras to verify actual road conditions during storms.
Verify Construction Zones
Check current work zone status before choosing your route, especially on I-5 and I-405.
Common Traffic Challenges
Understanding Portland's traffic patterns helps you use cameras more effectively:
- Interstate Congestion — Highway cameras show backup extent and traffic flow on I-5, I-84, and I-205
- Downtown Access — Surface street cameras reveal parking availability and access routes
- Special Events — Moda Center and Providence Park traffic visible on nearby cameras
- Weather Impacts — See how rain, ice, or fog affects different parts of the city
- Incident Response — Spot accidents and plan alternate routes quickly before getting stuck
Monitor Your Portland Commute
Build a custom route and see every camera along your daily drive.
BUILD YOUR ROUTE →Camera Network
Camera Types
- DOT Cameras — Oregon DOT-operated highway cameras covering all major interstates
- City Cameras — Portland Bureau of Transportation municipal traffic management cameras
- Transit Cameras — TriMet public transportation facility views
- Bridge Cameras — Willamette River crossing and approach monitoring
Update Frequency
Most Portland traffic cameras refresh every 30-60 seconds, providing near real-time visibility. During incidents or severe weather, some cameras may update more frequently.
About This Coverage
TrafficVision.Live provides free access to 320+ live traffic cameras throughout Portland. Our platform aggregates feeds from Oregon 511 systems and Department of Transportation cameras, giving you comprehensive coverage of traffic conditions across the region. These cameras are part of the world's largest traffic camera directory with 135,000+ live feeds from 600+ sources worldwide.
Whether you're planning your commute, checking current road conditions, or monitoring specific areas for traffic congestion, our Portland traffic camera network provides real-time visibility into the region's transportation infrastructure. View live feeds from major routes including I-5, I-84, I-205, I-405, US-26 (Sunset Hwy), US-30, OR-217, OR-99E, OR-224, McLoughlin Blvd, Powell Blvd, and Burnside St. In addition to highway monitoring, users can monitor live street cameras and road-level views along Sandy Boulevard and Division Street to navigate surface street backups.
Our interactive map interface lets you quickly locate cameras near your route, while the grid view provides an organized way to browse all available feeds. Build custom routes to see all cameras along your commute, save favorites for instant access, and monitor multiple areas simultaneously to make informed travel decisions. Monitoring city street cameras near the Moda Center or Providence Park can also help you avoid event-related congestion.
All Portland traffic cameras are available 24/7 at no cost. Our platform is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices, ensuring you can check traffic conditions wherever you are.
Are Portland traffic cameras free to view?
Yes, all traffic cameras on TrafficVision.Live are completely free. We aggregate Oregon DOT and city camera feeds that are already publicly available.
Where can I find Portland street cameras?
You can access live Portland street cameras and intersection feeds through our interactive map, which integrates ODOT and PBOT data for both the freeways and the downtown grid.
How often do Portland cameras update?
Most Portland traffic cameras refresh every 30-60 seconds, providing near real-time traffic conditions.
Can I see the Willamette River bridge cameras?
Yes, we have cameras monitoring all major bridge crossings including the Marquam, Fremont, Steel, Burnside, Morrison, and Hawthorne bridges.
Do cameras cover the I-5/I-84 interchange?
Yes, this major interchange is well-covered with multiple camera angles showing traffic flow and merging conditions.
Related Resources
Ready to View Portland Traffic Cameras?
Why sit in bridge gridlock when you could have checked first? Live street cameras and road conditions show current flow before you commit to a route.
START VIEWING NOW →