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Oregon · United States
We'll drive through a garden that contains over 2000 woody plant species from around the world, 63 of which are vulnerable or endangered.
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10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Hoyt Arboretum
Welcome to a truly extraordinary sanctuary nestled in the rolling hills above Portland, Oregon. You are standing within the boundaries of a magnificent living museum, a sprawling two hundred acre expanse dedicated entirely to the…
Listen in the app2The Visitor Center and Arrival Plaza
Our journey physically begins right here at the Visitor Center and the surrounding entrance plaza. This bustling, paved courtyard serves as the primary gateway into the dense woodland, providing a comfortable transitional space…
Listen in the app3The Redwood Deck and Stevens Pavilion
Walking just a short distance from the bustling visitor center plaza, the landscape suddenly opens up to reveal a stunning architectural achievement deeply harmonized with nature. This is the Redwood Deck and the adjacent Stevens…
Listen in the app4The Fir Trail and Historic Plot Sixty Eight
Leaving the monumental shadows of the redwoods behind, our route now descends slightly to join the winding path of the Fir Trail. As you step onto this dirt and gravel track, the character of the forest undergoes a subtle but…
Listen in the app5The Wildwood Trail and Johnson Creek Bridge
Following the natural flow of the topography, we will take a strategic loop right off Fischer Lane, transitioning onto the White Pine Trail as it winds its way gently toward the east. Soon, the path seamlessly merges into the…
Listen in the app6The Spruce Trail and the Elbow Tree
Leaving the damp, mossy enclave of Johnson Creek behind, our route now demands a serious physical effort. As we navigate past the old observation platform, the trail takes a sharp turn and heads aggressively uphill. …
Listen in the app7The Magnolia Collection
As the trail levels out atop the ridge, the landscape erupts from the solemn greens and browns of the conifer forests into a brilliant, breathtaking riot of color. Welcome to the Magnolia Collection. …
Listen in the app8The Maple Collection
Transitioning smoothly from the heavy, sweet perfumes of the magnolias, the trail opens up into a brightly lit, deciduous woodland. You have now entered the highly prestigious Acer, or Maple, collection. …
Listen in the app9The Bamboo Garden
As our route begins to circle back, heading south along the well worn dirt of Fischer Lane, we encounter one final, completely unexpected botanical surprise. By hanging a sharp right off the main path, the environment instantly…
Listen in the app10Closing
As our loop trail finally concludes, returning us to the familiar paved courtyard of the Visitor Center plaza, it is time to reflect on the immense journey we have just undertaken. You have walked through a living, breathing…
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What is Hoyt Arboretum?
Hoyt Arboretum is a place in Oregon · United States with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Oregon · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.5163, -122.7152 |
| Last updated |
