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.
Hendricks Park is Eugene's oldest city park. Its 80 acres includes a world-renowned rhododendron garden and a native plant garden. Laced with paths and the northern terminus of the 12-mile Ridgeline Trail, the park is a haven for hikers, birders, and others who enjoy retreating to the tranquility of nature. Without leaving the city, visitors can walk among 200 year-old Douglas fir trees, ferns, and wildflowers such as trilliums and irises, and over 6,000 varieties of rhododendrons and other ornamental plants.
The region's natural and cultural history come together in one serene setting at this 120-acre park. Bring a picnic and a pair of binoculars to watch for birds that flock to the park’s wetlands. Learn about Sauvie Island and some of the families who shaped it, and admire the view of an authentically restored 1850s farmhouse.
Open 5 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. Visitor center open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Donation suggested. Parking fee.
A Living Museum: Founded in 1928 to conserve endangered species and educate the community, Hoyt Arboretum encompasses 190 ridge-top acres and 12 miles of hiking trails just minutes from downtown Portland. Home to 2,300 species of trees and shrubs from six continents, Hoyt Arboretum is a place of beauty and serenity no matter the season.
Open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. during Lilac Days (mid April through Mother’s Day). Admission $10. Kids 12 and under free. The gardens also have limited open times after Lilac Days in the spring and summer through mid-October. Check website for details.
