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    Leach Botanical Garden

    4.4 (83 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Hayli Z.

    Beautiful, free garden to explore outside of Portland. Lots of different trails at different elevations and plenty of flowering trees and plants. We also saw a Banana Slug, basically the mascot of the Pacific Northwest.

    Lexa A.

    I went on the Honeybee hike and absolutely loved it ! I have gone a couple of times since then and loved everyone who works there. I only wish Honeybee hike had a time slot for smaller honeybees.

    Ingrid S.

    Beautiful and peaceful botanical garden oasis located in SE Portland. I'm so grateful for this gem. The tree walk is worth the visit alone. I love strolling through the pollinator garden. I would recommend taking out of town visitors here for a nature break from the city. Admission to get is very reasonable and we found parking easily. We went on a really hot and sunny day but under the shade it was just fine. There are lots of cool events here.

    Cathy S.

    Believe it or not, I learned about this place on IG. It's a little bit out from where we live but I'm glad we made the trip on a sunny day! It's a beautiful and well-kept garden with lots of space for kids to run around and explore (and find the hidden dinosaur!) The wooden bridge loop is fun to walk around in for a break in the shade and it looks like they have event spaces you can rent for special events. There are little trails by the water and pockets of resting spots. Unfortunately the walking bridge was not open during visit to go to the stone cabin kitchen area but hopefully it will be when we come back next! There was a friendly volunteer who loved to share the history of the garden and they also offer guided tours as well. Come check this place out if you want a nature break or a new fun adventure!

    Lea G.

    Hi, can't believe I've never seen this excellent place before! I decided to check it out today and I am so happy I did! Although it is not in full bloom, yet being only the beginning of April, there were plenty of things bursting and coming to life! Full of old growth, trees, and plenty of plants, flowers, and a really nice creek area. This garden was established in the early 1900s by a couple of botanist. Their house is still here and it has become an event space. There is a small gift shop with tons of cool things to look at and purchase. Lots of children's books. The grounds themselves are full of manicured paths. I had the most enjoyable time in the fresh air and the rain forest. So fresh and invigorating I would really enjoy returning in the summer when everything is more in bloom. The staff there is very helpful and they are very nice people. There is plenty of parking and the fee to get in is very reasonable. Seven dollars for a senior :-) I'm definitely going to bring a picnic lunch next time and enjoy this wonderful outdoor space with a friend.

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    Suz A.

    Went to see some fall colors at the garden on the Veterans Day weekend. The sky was cloudy, the air was chilly, the garden was going to sleep. The evergreens were so tall there was no room for the sky. Slashes of gold and fire red leaves painted the shadows.

    Hee Y.

    Admission is $5/ adult. We walked around on all the paths within 20-30 min. It's nice and quiet and not crowded either. The flowers in the garden were still in bloom.

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    Kim R.

    Im trying to experience every park in the area, so today was botanical garden day! Being completely unfamiliar with Leach I had no expectations, but I really enjoyed my visit. It's quaint...especially small feeling right now as a chunk of the gardens aren't currently accessible and/or are under construction. Nonetheless it's a sweet lil garden for sure. A gorgeous and prominent tree walk provides a stunning perspective of the grand evergreens that make up the park. There are also multiple winding trails throughout the property, taking you through the trees and down to the stream below. I was definitely sad to not get the opportunity to check out the cabin beyond the stream up close, but the bridge is washed out from flooding. I'll look forward to returning to see it and the buildings when renovations are complete. I'm sure spring will be gorgeous, but wintertime is still very pretty. Clearly a lot of pride goes into maintenance, as the grounds were pristine. Every employee we encountered was friendly and helpful. We even got to visit with an especially cute chicken, currently taking up residence within the garden. Leach isn't huge but it's lovely, and with a low $5 entrance fee, it's a fabulous and peaceful way to spend an hour of your time!

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    Sarah C.

    I really enjoy visiting Leach Botanical Garden! During COVID at least, it's been free to enter and wander their lovely grounds. A well-maintained garden with native plants and ornamentals alike, it's got a variety of zones - from forested to hillside to riverside. My favorite parts are the sky bridge through the huge pine trees, the creek side, and the adorable buildings for events or cottage core vibes. It took us maybe an hour to wander through everything we wanted to see - you could bring a picnic or book and spend a little longer. The heavy rains of winter 21/22 washed out the bridge across the river. Hopefully they'll be able to restore that soon so guests can access the other side and the miss-covered building! It's a great bonus that they've got plenty of free parking. (Enough to host a Sparrowhawk Native Plant sale, which I've also been to here!)

    5/14/2023 - Renegade Opera presents Bird Songs of Opera at Leach Botanical Gardens
    Mikhail H.

    I have been meaning to go here for so many years but always felt like I needed to experience it with another person. Have some lunch after or before....something. I live in Beaverton so the location is a commitment that just feels more like a non drop in for me. The last few years have also been more of a challenge with mobility for me. I have ruptured tendons that are very slow to heal but I get nervous checking out new places since I usually can figure it out but some places are not ADA friendly. I found the most wonderful excuse to grab a friend and visit. Renegade Opera did a Birdsong event where some incredible opera singers were wandering around singing some of the mo5re popular arias from various operas in the garden. It was the perfect sized group and at a lovely leisurely pace with plenty of opportunities to sit down. I will be very honest and say that this may not be the best garden to visit if you struggle with mobility because the walking paths are up and down with some stairs and gravel. I loved it for all the shade throughout the walk through and it is stunningly beautiful. There was a family having a picnic in a very nice grass area which is a great idea! They had quite the tale later probably since suddenly there was opera and a group gathering with their picnic. I was impressed and genuinely surprised just pulling up to the front of the garden. I was expecting something completely different but this was beautifully paved, groomed and looked so new. I did hear that they may have recently made improvements. All I know is this is a really great place to spend an afternoon or take a friend to have a slow stroll throughout some beautiful nature.

    Andi F.

    What a lovely spot! I was looking for something else in the area and spotted this. One could literally spend hours here wandering and probably not see everything. So many local trees and plants, and the arial tree walk is just amazing. I would love to come here for an event. I look forward to coming back time and time again.

    Melanie N.

    I'd never heard of this place until recently and I've lived in Portland almost my entire life. So glad I found it! This place is a great place to come and walk around and relax. It is kept up beautifully and the staff I met are very friendly. I wish we had more places like this, thanks for keeping this place going! Just a heads up, I don't know if I would call this place completely accessible and be aware that they have quite a few stairs here.

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    Jessie P.

    Wow, the improvements made are so awesome! Installed a tree canopy walk, pollinator meadow, meditative spaces, Low mow grassy area, an arbor group space... The old home and the river walk are still intact and lovely, but most people will probably miss them as the entrance has moved closer to Foster Road. More parking, easier access to restrooms, beautiful new plantings. We had so much fun at the Nature Fair this weekend. Thank you for bringing people into greater connection with plants!

    We were excited to stumble upon this hidden dinosaur, and even saw a bunny hopping around this area!

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    Thank you Melanie, we are so happy you discovered the garden!

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