• Forest Park - The journey begins at one of the park’s lowest points, where participants will join the renowned Wildwood Trail, a historic 43-mile path established over a century ago.
• Wildwood Trail - Starting from Lower Macleay Trail, the adventure continues along the Wildwood Trail for about 3 miles (5 km), with an elevation gain of approximately 900 feet (300 meters).
• Witch’s Castle - A visit to the “Witch’s Castle,” a former rest stop, will include intriguing tales about the witches said to reside there now.
• Pittock Mansion - At Pittock Mansion, guests will explore the grounds and enjoy breathtaking views of the city and surrounding mountains, with an opportunity to snack in some of the city’s most beautiful public gardens.
• Washington Park - The tour crosses Burnside into Washington Park (occasionally, the order is reversed to visit Washington Park before Forest Park). The route typically winds through NW Portland neighborhoods, offering stunning views of the city and mountains, and crosses Burnside at a light-metered crosswalk.

If the weather is unfavorable or the roses are not blooming, the tour may conclude in the NW neighborhood of Nob Hill/NW 23rd Avenue, with guest consent.

• Portland Japanese Garden - The Japanese Garden is closed on Tuesdays and may close unexpectedly; please confirm open hours with us. The Washington Park trail passes by the Japanese Garden, and morning tour guests can choose to end the tour here for afternoon tea and a garden stroll (admission not included).
• International Rose Test Garden - THE ROSE GARDEN BLOOMS FROM LATE MAY THROUGH OCTOBER. The Rose Garden is the final stop of the morning tour and the first stop of the afternoon tour, where guests will certainly take time to enjoy the fragrance of over 600 rose varieties!

• Complimentary bottled water

• Gratuities (always appreciated)

When tour guests inquire, “What is the one thing I shouldn’t miss in Portland?” the recommendation is the 5-mile (8-10 km) hike in Forest Park. Regardless of the season, hiking in the park feels like stepping into another world, right at the city’s edge and woven into its fabric.

PLEASE NOTE THIS HIKE HAS A 900 FT ELEVATION GAIN

Two departures are available, each featuring varied terrain and approximately 900 ft (300 meters) of elevation gain. The classic hike centers around a Northwest Portland experience and concludes at the International Rose Test Garden (when in season), with the Forest Park Experience starting at 9 a.m. There are limited departures at 1:30 p.m. Once a week, an afternoon hike begins at Goose Hollow, traversing neighborhoods and ascending into the park (2:30 p.m.). Both routes pass iconic landmarks such as the Japanese Garden, Pittock Mansion, and Witch’s Castle, but offer a unique approach to the forest.

In Forest Park, within minutes of leaving the street, one can easily forget or marvel at the fact that they are still in a city.

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