Discover Oregon’s Public Gardens

 

From the coast to the high desert, Oregon is home to an incredible collection of public gardens — places that inspire curiosity, spark creativity, and invite you to slow down and enjoy the beauty of the natural world. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful stroll, a family-friendly afternoon, or ideas for your own home garden, these destinations offer something for everyone.

We do our best to keep each garden’s information up to date, but hours, admission, and events can change — so be sure to check the garden’s website for the most current details before you visit.

Explore the gardens below to plan your next outing, learn more about the plants that thrive in our region, and experience the many ways Oregonians grow, care for, and celebrate the landscape around us.

Bush’s Pasture Park, Rose Garden & Rhododendron Garden
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600 Mission St SE, Salem, OR 97302
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Open dawn to dusk.

Bush’s Pasture Park is a historic 90.5 acres of walking/running paths, wooded areas, and open meadows near downtown Salem. The park has many historical features and recreational amenities. Originally belonging to the Asahel Bush family before becoming a public park, the Bush family home now operates as a museum, contains perhaps the oldest conservatory this side of the Mississippi having been built in 1882, boasts a beautiful rose garden, has a small reservable gazebo, and an art center in the barn.
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