Council Crest Park

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Location: Oregon

Location: Portland

Website: https://portland.gov/parks/council-crest-park

GPS coordinates: 45.50010,-122.70900

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:00