Council Crest Park, Urban park at 1,073 feet elevation in Southwest Portland, United States.
Description
Council Crest Park is an urban park in Southwest Portland located at the city's highest public point. The grounds feature walking paths winding through Douglas fir and western red cedar forests.
History
The site was originally known as Talbot Mountain and was transformed into an amusement park with a wooden observation tower between 1907 and 1929. It became public parkland in 1937.
Culture
A bronze fountain created by artist Frederick Littman decorates the park and shows a mother with her child. The sculpture serves as a gathering point and expresses joy through its peaceful forms.
Practical
The park is accessible daily and features picnic tables, walking paths, and an off-leash dog area for visitors. Comfortable shoes are recommended since the terrain has varying slopes and elevations.
Did you know?
On clear days, the viewing area offers sightlines to five Cascade volcanoes including Mount Hood and Mount Rainier far across the landscape. This makes the location a favorite spot for photographers and nature watchers.
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