Hoyt Arboretum FAQ
Quick answers about visiting Hoyt Arboretum, Portland's free arboretum in Washington Park. Each answer links to the page with the full details and sources. This is an independent guide; the official sources are Portland Parks & Recreation and Hoyt Arboretum Friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hoyt Arboretum free?
Yes. There is no admission fee, and it is open every day of the year. Parking costs $2.52 an hour, up to $15.12 a day, from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
What are Hoyt Arboretum's hours?
Portland Parks & Recreation lists park hours of 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The Visitor Center is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Where is Hoyt Arboretum?
In Washington Park, Portland, Oregon, about two miles from downtown. The Visitor Center is at 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221.
How much is parking at Hoyt Arboretum?
$2.52 an hour, up to $15.12 a day, from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day, including holidays. Pay at the meter or with Parking Kitty, zone 410.
Can you take public transit to Hoyt Arboretum?
Yes. Take the MAX Red or Blue Line to Washington Park station, then walk about half a mile on the Overlook Trail or ride the free Washington Park shuttle to the Visitor Center.
Are dogs allowed at Hoyt Arboretum?
Yes, on a leash at all times, on every trail and in the Visitor Center.
Are there bathrooms at Hoyt Arboretum?
Yes, two all-gender restrooms in the Visitor Center courtyard, one wheelchair accessible, open from about 7 a.m. to about 9 p.m.
How many miles of trails does Hoyt Arboretum have?
12 miles, on paved, dirt and gravel trails, according to Portland Parks & Recreation.
What is the best short walk at Hoyt Arboretum?
The 0.9-mile Spruce, Wildwood and Redwood loop takes about an hour and visits the Redwood Deck in a grove of redwoods and giant sequoias.
Is Hoyt Arboretum wheelchair accessible?
Partly. The paved Overlook Trail and Visitor Center Loop start at the accessible shuttle stop. Most other trails are dirt or gravel with roots and hills.
How many trees are at Hoyt Arboretum?
About 6,000 trees and shrubs of more than 2,000 species from six continents, according to Portland Parks & Recreation.
When is fall color at Hoyt Arboretum?
Color starts in October and usually peaks in November, best on the ¾-mile Maple Trail.
Does Hoyt Arboretum have free tours?
Yes. Free public tours run Sundays at 11 a.m. from April through October; sign up the same day at the Visitor Center.
Can you have a wedding at Hoyt Arboretum?
Yes, by permit from Portland Parks & Recreation (503-823-2525), at the Redwood Deck or the Wedding Meadow. Stevens Pavilion has limited dates and the Stone Circle is unavailable through 2026 and into 2027, so confirm your site with the city first.
Can you bike at Hoyt Arboretum?
Only on the roads. Bikes, scooters and skateboards are not allowed on the trails.
Who runs Hoyt Arboretum?
The City of Portland owns it through Portland Parks & Recreation. The nonprofit Hoyt Arboretum Friends runs the Visitor Center and programs in partnership with the city.
Is the Bristlecone Pine Trail open?
No. It is closed from October 27, 2026 while Portland Parks & Recreation rebuilds it for accessibility.
Is Hoyt Arboretum part of Forest Park?
No. It is in Washington Park, but the Wildwood Trail starts in the arboretum and continues 30 miles through Forest Park.