George Himes Park
4.6Google rating(180 reviews)Portland · Multnomah County · park · 36.0 acres
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At a glance
- Hours
5:00am-midnight
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On site
Visitor amenities
…stay a while
- Picnic Areafacility
…be in nature
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Access
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible parking
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Overview
About this park
A forested ravine cut into Portland's West Hills, with switchback trails and wooden staircases descending through dense second-growth forest.
Donated in 1903 by Henry Pittock and Charles Ladd, it was later dedicated to George Himes, the Oregon Historical Society's longtime curator.
Things to do
Things to do
The short lollipop loop trail passes dramatically under the soaring spans of I-5 and Barbur Boulevard, which arc overhead above the treetops.
Background
History & notes
George Himes was a pioneer Portlander. He was a printer and a historian. He was responsible for printing the early City Directories, which listed all Portland residents by address and occupation. Himes was also the curator and director of the Oregon Historical Society.
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91/ 100
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