Baxter Woods Park

Wild Forest Park

Description

Just north of downtown lays Baxter Woods Park, a 30-acre parcel of land between Forest and Stevens Avenues. Named after the former Governor Percival Baxter who purchased it, Baxter Woods is one of the prime examples of Portland's existing forests. The park offers visitors an opportunity to walk through the White Oak, Ash, and Hemlock trees that populated the area in its earliest days. These trees helped early settlers develop the area as one of the major resources of the area. Even England capitalized on the Portland commodity as some of the trees were used in ship building for the Royal Navy. This quiet park allows visitors to stroll through the shady paths with views of the river. People come to walk, bike, and play with their dogs off leash as they enjoy some quiet minutes away from the city without leaving.