Portland Heights
There are many small canyons formed by seasonal creeks on the east side of the West Hills. Some of the bigger ones have been kept as publicly-owned greenways. The Marquam and other trails climb through these greenways to the high point of the West Hills on Council Crest.
I enjoy hiking these trails, hoping to spot songbirds, critters and other sights in early spring. And, it always gives me a good workout.

Crow with a tasty bite

Trillium

Rainbow over Portland
West Hills

Dark-eyed Junco

Red-flowering Currant

Song Sparrow

Shadyside Trail

Yellow Wood Violet

Toothwort

Pioneer Woman statue at Council Crest

Indian Plum

Nice resting place along the Marquam Trail

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