Wildwood, Fir, and Beech Trail Loop at Hoyt Arboretum in Portland
One of the best features of Portland’s Hoyt Arboretum, Washington Park, and Forest Park is the sheer variety of hiking options available right in the heart of the city. Whether you’re training for a long distance event or looking for a quick nature break, the extensive network of paths offers trails ranging from less than a mile to over 80 miles. While many routes have strenuous elevation changes, flatter trails are also easily accessible. On the day John and I took this particular route, our goal was simple: find a quick, easy hike that would fill the time before the kids finished school.
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Wildwood, Fir, and Beech Trail Loop Stats
Trail Type: Loop
Difficulty: ⚪ Easy based on OK Which Way’s rating system
Distance: 2 miles
Elevation: 525 – 725 feet
Planning Your Visit
Location: Hoyt Arboretum, Just minutes from downtown Portland
Address: 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221
Time Zone: Pacific Standard Time
Park Pass Needed: none, although depending where you park you may need to pay for parking
Entrance Fee: none
Trail Map: Hoyt Arboretum Trail Map
Pets: Dogs allowed on leash
Going Up
John and I began our hike at Burnside, heading south on the Wildwood Trail towards the visitor center at Hoyt Arboretum. Following the trail to the north will take you to Pittock Mansion.
Right away we crossed Johnson Creek.
The trail is dirt and wide enough for people to pass each other easily.
Wildwood Trail marker
I love hiking among the trees. You wouldn’t know downtown is extremely close.
Midway
We veered off from the Wildwood Trail onto Beech Trail and went through the Winter Garden, looping around the visitor center to the Fir Trail.
Heading Back Down
From the Fir Trail we connected with the Wildwood Trail again and headed down the hill.
Final Thoughts
I’ve done a number of hikes throughout Hoyt Arboretum and Forest Park. They’re always pretty good outings. I especially like that there are so many trails, so there are unlimited options for distance.
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Our Stats
Distance: Not exactly sure, as my GPS didn’t track well. However, it was probably less than 2 miles.
Hiking Time: 55 min*
*A quick note on our hiking style – We stop and smell the roses. When I go for a run, speed is a consideration. While hiking, it is not. We take photos, watch the chipmunk in the tree, find geocaches, and simply enjoy the adventure. So, typically a hike can be completed in a shorter time than we log.
52 Hike Challenge
I work best when I have a goal to reach towards. In 2019, the goal was 52 Hikes.
Hike 2 of 52: Hoyt Arboretum
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This trail review is based only on Jennifer’s experience. Hike at your own risk with the understanding that individual scenarios in a natural environment will be variable.
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