Walking Portland: Westmoreland, Reed Lake & Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden

DATE CHANGE & ADMITTANCE FEE: The garden is no longer complimentary on Mondays (or any other day) so we are reverting to our regular Third Thursday walk date. Entrance fee is now $8.95 per person. The garden now sells season passes that are a bargain if you plan to visit alone or with up to three friends several times over the summer.

REGISTRATION: Opens 1 month prior to event.

COST: $8.95 garden registration fee, payable at garden entrance day of event. Note on the community garden website that if you purchase a season pass and it doesn't arrive prior to this event, you may simply show your ID for entry.

GARDEN ACCESS PROGRAM WEBSITE:
https://www.crystalspringsgardenpdx.org/community-access-program

COURTESY & NO SHOWS: If you register for a meetup and later discover that you are unable to attend, you must unregister AT LEAST 48 HOURS in advance of the meetup or a NO SHOW will result (regardless of circumstance). For consistency and fairness to all there are NO EXCEPTIONS. This policy adjustment enables members on the Wait List (and others who might like to hop on board) sufficient notice to attend. Membership in this group may be discontinued after multiple no-shows. Thanks for considering others and our time and effort in organizing these events!

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DESCRIPTION:
This is an amazing walk in so many ways. We'll walk the pedestrian bridge over serene Reed Lake as well as explore Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, a fairy-tale wonderland, replete with ponds, meadows, woods, marshes, waterfalls, streams, footbridges, and 100 species of birds and more than 2,500 rhododendrons, azaleas, and other complementary plantings.

DISTANCE: About 6 miles.

BLOG POST: https://www.thisnorthwestlife.com/crystal-springs-rhododendron-garden/

ROUTE MAP: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1cSD25rjWRg2KyN6hUm5yvXbq1ipsSFY9&ll=45.47235016389611%2C-122.63969043419189&z=15

GARDEN MAP: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/oregon/crystal-springs-rhododendron-gardens-loop?mobileMap=false&ref=sidebar-static-map (note restrooms location)

PHOTO GALLERY: https://www.skyblueportland.com/crystal-springs-rhododendron-garden/

PARKING: Free street parking in the Westmoreland neighborhood.

GARDEN ENTRY FEE: The garden is no longer complimentary on Mondays (or any other day). Entrance fee is now $8.95 per person.

LAUNCH TIME: Arrive by 9:30 a.m. for sign-in and intros. We head out at 10:00 a.m. sharp.

ATTIRE: Sturdy walking/running shoes, compact umbrella, and layered clothing appropriate for the weather. Plus, anything else you need to survive 2-3 hours stomping city sidewalks and reasonably well-maintained trails (water, energy bar, Chapstick, lightweight backpack, adventurous spirit, great sense of humor etc.).

FITNESS LEVEL: Expect a moderate 3-mile-an-hour (20-minute mile) pace for this mostly flat sidewalk trek.

GUESTS: Yes, of course, you may bring a guest. However, all participants must be registered. Thank you!

LIABILITY WAIVER: I'm not a professional walking guide or fitness professional. Although much of this walk is on city sidewalks, Portland sidewalks can be broken and uneven in places. Appropriate walking shoes and caution are always advised. By attending this Women Who Walk event, you assume all risks and liabilities. Event coordinators do not assume any liability if an accident occurs. By registering for this event, you agree to these terms.