Forest Park Urban Hiking Tour, Portland

Overview

When tour guests asks us, "what one thing should I not miss in Portland," we pick the 5-mile (8-9 km) hike in Forest Park. No matter what the season, hiking in the park is entering another world right on the borders, and through the fabric, of the city.

We offer two daily departures, both with varied terrain and about 900 ft elevation gain. The classic hike is focused around a Northwest Portland experience, and ends at the International Rose Test Garden, the Forest Park Experience (9 a.m. to noon). We have limited 1:30 p.m. departures. We occasionally offer an afternoon hike that starts at Goose Hollow, weaves through the neighborhoods and up into the park, the Goose Hollow to the Forest (2:30 to 6:30 p.m.). Both pass iconic spots; Japanese Garden, Pittock Mansion, and Witch's Castle; but take a different approach to the forest.

In Forest Park—within minutes leaving the street—you can forget, or wonder at the fact that you are still in a city.

City: Portland

Fri 29 Aug

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Starting at $59.00

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Fri 29 Aug

Starting at $59.00

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What's Included

We'll bring along extra water, but you're encouraged to bring your own bottle! Portland's tap water is delicious.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Wildwood Trail

We'll continue traveling along the Wildwood Trail

Pittock Mansion

At the Pittock Mansion, we'll visit the grounds and see the expansive view of the city and the mountains surrounding it. We'll have a chance to eat some snacks in some of the city's prettiest public gardens.

Washington Park

We'll cross Burnside and pass into Washington Park (in the afternoon, we'll reverse this and see Washington Park before Forest Park). Because of construction to a planned bridge over Burnside throughout summer and early fall 2019, our tour winds down through the NW Portland neighborhoods (with beautiful views of the city and mountains), and crosses Burnside at a light-metered crosswalk.

Portland Japanese Garden

THE JAPANESE GARDEN HAS BEEN CLOSED PERIODICALLY THROUGHOUT THE PANDEMIC; please check with us about open hours. The trail through Washington Park passes right by the Japanese Garden; morning tour guests have an option of ending the tour here for afternoon tea and a stroll through the garden (admission not included).

International Rose Test Garden

The Rose Garden will be the final stop of the morning tour, and the first stop of the afternoon tour; where we will most definitely stop and smell some of the 600 varieties of roses!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (75)

jamesgX978YM

Aug 2024

Certainly a bit of a hike but well worth it for the views. Our tour guide was born and raised in Portland and certainly knew all about the Forest and the surrounding areas. At the end of our tour we went up to the Japanese Gardens which was also worth the visit.

momeijden

Jul 2024

Such a nice experience real close to the city. Sarah told us so much about the area and the plants and animals who live there. Would missed quite a few scenes without her. You need to be a bit fit. Because there are a view hills.

dboifun

Jun 2024

Excellent, highly recommended. Sarah W. our guide was the best, slowing us down to a nice pace to appreciate and enjoy the experience. Sarah was very knowledgeable about the history of Portland and seemed to love pointing and providing info on many of the plants that we would not have noticed. Truly gained an appreciation for looking at the finer details for future treks, beyond Portland. Thank you Sarah and Around Portland Tours.