Portland Oregon: Forest Park Guided Hike with Witches Castle
ID: GYG1082918-1663251
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in the wildness of Forest Park on a guided 5-6 mile/9 km hike in Portland. Visit the Witch's Castle, Pittock Mansion grounds, and, in season, the International Rose Test Garden.
Begin your hike in Forest Park, a lush oasis on the edges of Portland. Choose between a morning or afternoon departure, each offering a unique experience.
On the morning hike, explore a classic Northwest Portland trail, ending at the International Rose Test Garden. In the afternoon, start at Goose Hollow, near downtown Portland, and weave through neighborhoods before ascending into the park.
Pass iconic spots like the Japanese Garden, Pittock Mansion, and the Witch's Castle. As you walk, immerse yourself in the forest’s tranquility, a place that feels both timeless and vibrant.
This trail includes 5.5 miles or 9 kilometers of hiking with a 800 feet or 275 meter elevation gain throughout the hike. It is a one-way hike that starts at a coffee shop at one end of the hike and ends a few miles away. The morning option will end at the Rose Garden while the roses are in bloom, and at another location in Washington Park (or, by request, as a loop) during the winter and early spring.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in nature on a guided hike through Forest Park
- Visit iconic spots like the Witch's Castle and Pittock Mansion
- With a one-way hike, experience more of the city's forested landscape
- Enjoy stories about trees, berries, mosses, birds and witches
- Explore the International Rose Test Garden and Pittock Mansion grounds
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hiking in Forest Park is a must-do activity in Portland.
Please wear layers and comfortable shoes; between October and June, rain is common, please dress for the weather. You may need a hooded rain coat if the forecast calls for rain and you may encounter muddy conditions.
The morning hike ends at the International Rose Test Garden.
The afternoon hike starts at Goose Hollow and weaves through neighborhoods into the park, ending at Haven Coffee.
Our urban hiking tour starts near the center of the city, in front of a coffee shop in NW Portland, accessible by city bus
INCLUDED
- Guide will be carrying a few snacks to boost your energy
NOT INCLUDED
- Please bring your own water bottle
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
