Washington Park's Top 5 Selfie Spots

Looking to capture Portland’s beauty in one frame? Washington Park’s diverse landscapes and stunning viewpoints make it a selfie-seeker’s paradise. From breathtaking mountain views along the Overlook Trail to serene moments at the International Rose Test Garden and Portland Japanese Garden pavilion, we’ve rounded up the top five spots for the perfect shot. Grab your camera, step outside, and start exploring Washington Park’s most photogenic destinations.

1. Overlook Trail

   As you move along this switchback trail, snap a selfie against a sweeping view of the surrounding hills. When you reach the top, walk about 100 -feet along the flat, gravel Wildwood Trail for views of Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Rainier.

2. Redwood Deck

   Dramatically set among a towering redwood collection and overlooking Johnson Creek, this deck is one of the most photogenic places in Hoyt Arboretum.

3. Portland Japanese Garden Pavilion

   An uninterrupted view of Mt. Hood from Portland Japanese Garden’s East Veranda is a beautiful example of borrowed scenery: The view of the natural landscape is incorporated into the Garden’s design.

4. Stone Circle

   Against a backdrop of lofty conifers, this viewpoint offers a quiet forested setting for selfies and small celebrations amid Hoyt Arboretum’s global tree collection. You can access it via a short walk on the paved Bristlecone Pine Trail.

5. International Rose Test Garden Staircase

   A clear, summer day in the Rose Garden not only brings bursts of color to your photos, but also offers a view of the city skyline and Mt. Hood framed flawlessly through the trees. The staircase leading to the garden makes for an especially dramatic effect.

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