The International Rose Test Garden is the oldest continuously operating public rose test garden in the United States, established in 1917.
The park contains the Hoyt Arboretum, which houses over 2,300 species of trees and shrubs from around the world.
The Portland Japanese Garden located within the park is widely considered one of the most authentic outside of Japan.
The park is home to the Vietnam Veterans of Oregon Memorial, which features a path carved with the names of fallen soldiers.
The Oregon Zoo, located within park grounds, is the oldest operating zoo west of the Mississippi River.
Washington Park is a 410-acre cultural and recreational landmark located in the hills above downtown Portland. It encompasses the Oregon Zoo, the International Rose Test Garden, the Portland Japanese Garden, and the Hoyt Arboretum. The site features over 15 miles of trails connected by a free seasonal shuttle system. It houses the Portland Children’s Museum and the World Forestry Center. The park’s elevation provides expansive views of the city skyline and Mount Hood on clear days. It is situated on land once used for water reservoirs and reservoir-adjacent parkland. The park is managed as an integrated destination for tourism, botanical education, and wildlife conservation.
The elevated viewing platform at the International Rose Test Garden looking toward Mount Hood.
Use the park's dedicated web-based shuttle tracker to navigate between attractions during peak seasons.
Visit the Hoyt Arboretum’s redwood deck for a quiet, shaded retreat away from the crowds at the rose garden.
Parking lots fill quickly; consider using public park-and-ride options during weekends and summer months.
Attempting to walk between all major attractions; the elevation changes are significant and the park is geographically spread out.
Individual attractions within the park maintain different operating schedules and may require separate entry reservations.
Stay on marked trails to protect native flora and follow 'pack-it-in, pack-it-out' waste policies.
