Mere minutes from the hustle of downtown Portland, a wooded wonderland awaits you. Forest Park boasts over 5,200 acres of lush greenery and 70 miles of pristine trails, making it one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. – and, in my humble opinion, our best! In this guided tour with a local expert, you'll hike beneath a grand canopy of majestic Douglas Fir, stunning Bigleaf Maple, whispering Western Hemlock, mighty Oregon White Oak and more. Hikers will enjoy jaw-dropping views of the Cascade mountain range, featuring Mount Hood – Oregon's highest peak at 12,500 feet. Other attractions on our tour include Portland's storied Witch’s Castle and the historic Pittock Mansion. We’ll stop outside the mansion for a small picnic of local goodies, restroom breaks, and Insta-worthy photo ops before trekking back down to the starting point.
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What To Expect
Forest Park
From the Lower Macleay Trailhead, we’ll enter the verdant wonderland of Forest Park. The park features over 70 miles of well-maintained trails for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. You won’t believe you’re still in the city limits!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Wildwood Trail
Much of our Forest Park hike will be along Portland’s famous 30-mile Wildwood Trail (don’t worry, we’re only walking a few of ’em). The Wildwood Trail is the longest soft-surface hiking trail within a city in the U.S. – and it’s all ours to enjoy!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Witch’s Castle
We’ll stop at the Witch’s Castle, a.k.a. Stone House, and learn the storied and tragic history of this stunning landmark with roots dating back to the Oregon Trail.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pittock Mansion
Nestled atop Portland’s scenic West Hills, the Pittock Mansion is a beacon of historical grandeur and architectural elegance. We’ll stop at the mansion’s meticulous grounds for a picnic of local goodies, restroom breaks, and Insta-worthy photo ops. The view of Mount Hood (Oregon’s highest peak at 12,500 feet) behind the cityscape is breathtaking!
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Guided hiking tour in Forest Park.
Tasty snack of locally-produced foods.
Personalized outdoor recreation, dining & nightlife recommendations for your Portland stay.
Water refills at the starting and half-way points. Please bring your own reusable bottle.
Mini demonstrations of popular hiking gear like trekking poles and water filters.
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