Rocky Butte Natural Area

Nice views north of Portland

If you are in the area or want a panoramic view of the Portland/Vancouver area, take the time to go up here. It's not a tourist destination in itself. Free street parking, short walk up to the top. ...

Beautiful vista to the north

J.W. Hill Park on the Rocky Butte offers nice views to the north (Mt. St. Helens direction). Unfortunately you cannot see the city center from here.

Rocky Butte

This place is commonly known as Rocky Butte. I've been here about three times. It does offer great views. However, I would advise that during the summer, to bring a large amount of bug spray, as the m...

Beautiful View

I visited this area over the Christmas holiday. I am a photographer from Kentucky and choose this location to capture a beautiful moutain sunrise. The area had just had freezing rain and temperature...

A Special Portland Gem

I've visited the Rocky Butte at Joseph Wood Hill Park during several trips to Portland. It's not a "must see" hugely advertised place, but I love it. You drive up a long winding road, go through a re...