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.

Whitaker Ponds Nature Park
Business Address
7040 NE 47th Ave., Portland, OR 97218
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Open 5 a.m.–midnight. No dogs.

This nature park is home to two ponds, a half-mile loop trail, an eco-roof covered gazebo, and a canoe launch into Whitaker Slough. The two ponds are surrounded by a black cottonwood forest, which has been enhanced over the past 15 years with thousands of native plants. Native shrubs and wildflowers support local pollinators in the summertime, and the path around the west pond highlights plants from the Northwest region.
Phone
503-823-4000
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