Forest Park Urban Hiking Tour, Portland | 3 hours to 4 hours

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Goose Hollow to the Forest
2 Adults x $65.00
$130.00
Approx Total
$130.00
Goose Hollow to the Forest: We start at a Goose Hollow coffee shop in SW, walk into the park from the SE, and end at the Clearing Cafe near Macleay Park.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • We'll bring along extra water, but you're encouraged to bring your own bottle! Portland's tap water is delicious.
  • Gratuities (always appreciated)

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.

Meeting points

For the 9 a.m. and 1:30 departures, we meet outside Haven Coffee, on NW Thurman, a few blocks from the #15 bus stop (NW Vaughn and 27th). Have Coffee has newly opened in the spot so you may not find it on Google. The 2:30 p.m. hike meets at a different point

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We end at the rose garden, near transit options to get back downtown

Itinerary

  • N/A

    We'll make our way into Forest Park from the starting point, where we'll join the famous Wildwood Trail, a 43-mile long trail that has its origin over 110 years ago.

    2 hours

  • Wildwood Trail

    We'll continue traveling along the Wildwood Trail

    2 hours

  • N/A

    We'll visit the former rest stop known as the "Witch's Castle," and tell stories about the witches that do live here now.

    5 minutes

  • Pittock Mansion (Pass By)

    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.

    30 minutes

  • Portland Japanese Garden (Pass By)

    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!

    15 minutes

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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

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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What an amazing...

Published on Jan, 2025

What an amazing experience! It was a little overcast, but the fog and rain made it such a misty and hauntingly beautiful walk/hike. Our tour guide, Sarah, was so kind and knowledgeable and kept us great company. Would highly recommend taking this tour :)

Excellent

Published on Sep, 2024

Sarah was great. She was knowledgeable and friendly. I like how she picked out some edibles for us to sample during our walk. I very much enjoyed the walk. Highly recommend this tour.

Bit of a Hike but Amazing Views

Published on 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.

Nice morning!

Published on 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.

Hiking Portland

Published on 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.

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