Matthew B.
9/7/2025
This place is great! Lots of trails, open areas to relax and beautifully manicured space. This estate/property is in a residential neighborhood, which was a little surprising. The parking area is...
Elk Rock Garden
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11800 SW Military Ln
Portland, OR 97219
The Elk Rock Garden, located in Portland's Dunthorpe neighborhood, is a historic estate created by Scottish immigrant Peter Kerr. Spanning nearly 10 acres, the garden features picturesque pathways, streams, and a diverse array of plants, including Scottish species and Pacific Northwest natives, all while offering breathtaking views of the Willamette River and Mount Hood.
Since its inception, the garden has been meticulously maintained and remains open to the public, thanks to the efforts of the Elk Rock Garden Foundation and local descendants of Peter Kerr. The estate also serves as a space for nonprofit organizations, fostering a sustainable future while honoring its rich history.
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Andrew C.
7/30/2025
Took me a solid sleuthing session on Google Maps to finally find the right road for this cool little manicured oasis perched on a bluff near the Willamette river. The entrance looks like the gates...
Kim R.
6/21/2024
Following the map here felt like we couldn't be right. You exit into a neighborhood on a short drive to a dead end. There was an open gate on which the only sign we noticed indicating a garden was...
Monica K.
6/3/2024
This is a beautiful place to take some outstanding photos! Fred and I loved taking our model here! Even in winter the plants were beautiful!!
Mz. Leta N.
10/30/2023
October 2023 Came to Elk Rock garden for a sunny autumn walk . It was 11a.m. and very peaceful. I like how close it is to town . It is off the beaten path and no signage for it on Hwy. 43. I...
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