Portland Forest Park Tour: Experience a Wide Range of Wildlife

If you are a nature enthusiast, do not miss a trip to the Portland Forest Park when visiting Portland. The abundance of wildlife and rich tree canopy adds to the beauty of the park. Spread over 5,155.75 acres, the lush green heaven attracts a large number of visitors every year. Most people come to this urban city park to enjoy and study the varied and evolving ecosystem.

Portland Forest Park is a peaceful haven for people who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and wish to be up, close and personal with the nature. The relaxing environment makes is a must-visit spot for leisure travelers visiting Portland.

Stretching for eight miles along the Tualatin Mountains, visitors can easily get to the wooded Portland Forest Park. There are over 100 species of mammals and several colorful birds. One can also see hundreds of blooming flowers and shrubs surrounding the park. The greenery surrounding the park makes it an oasis for nature lovers. The hillside looks beautiful with bright trilliums amidst other flowers.

Besides watching mammals and exotic species of birds, visitors can also go on hiking tours around the forest park. The wooded park is a good place for bicyclists and runners who love to be amidst greenery. Hikers would love the Wildwood trail stretching for 30 mile long. One can also find interconnecting trails of more than 70 miles. The Wildwood trail is a part of the 40-Mile Loop system that links Forest Park to pedestrian and trail routes. Visitors can also walk or ride a bike to the nearby northwest areas and the metropolitan zone.