Things to Do in Hillsboro, Oregon

Jog or bike along the Rock Creek Trail. Watch great blue herons and beavers in Rock Creek and the wetlands. Explore the nature play area for children or search for deer and raptors in the oak savanna and upland forest. More than a century ago, the Orenco Woods Nature Park was part of the Oregon Nursery Company, the largest nursery on the west coast and best known for Orenco apples.

Open daily from sunrise to sunset, and parts of the park are wheelchair accessible, including the Rock Creek Trail.

Dogs are allowed and must be on a leash.

Celebrate the holidays at Helvetia Christmas Tree Farm, which features a gift shop, wreaths and swags, antique train village, cafe with hot cider, cocoa and coffee, and more.

Noble Fir, Grand and Turkish/Nordmann Fir trees available for u-cut and pre-cut. They also have a gift shop full of lavender-themed items, home décor, wreaths and hand-crafted items.

Open weekends the day after Thanksgiving; hours vary.

he Washington County Community Bike Center is operated by the Washington County Bicycle Transportation Coalition (“WashCo BTC”) and offers “anything bicycle” in Washington County, where anyone can repair a bike, buy a used one, and learn how and where to ride. The center offers classes focused on motorists and bicyclists sharing the road, pointers for the everyday commuter, and classes in advanced bicycle maintenance and handling skills. Community rides and group ride clinics for the uninitiated are also available.

Retail and Repair Shop Hours:
• Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Closed Monday and Tuesday

Applebee Aviation Inc. commonly known as “AAI” started as a small aviation company that focused on flight training and scenic tours has rapidly grown into substantial Helicopter Service providing a vast variety of services for the commercial, agricultural and forest industries. Whether it is for work or fun, if you can think of it and the law allows it we can most likely make it happen for you. Contact us today with your ideas and we will help you build the tour or ride of your dreams.

Hillsboro Farmers’ Market celebrates Washington County’s agricultural bounty by transforming downtown Hillsboro into an outdoor market as farmers congregate in Courthouse Square at Main Street to sell fresh fruits, produce, baked goods, flowers and more.

The market takes place Saturdays, April 24 through October, from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The FL!P Museum–which stands for Fun, Learning, Inspiration and Play (FLIP)–is an innovative children’s museum for kids 0-10 years of age that features art, STEM play, cultural experiences and more.

Founded in 1970 by the Vuylsteke family, Oak Knoll is one of Oregon’s pioneer wineries. Oak Knoll is the fourth oldest winery in the Willamette Valley and they are proud of their wine offerings. Oak Knoll offers wine for every palate, including dry whites and reds, as well as a sweet wine selection. Come enjoy a bottle on the beautiful lawn.

Callaghan’s Blueberry field is open in July for u-pick blueberry varieties including EarliBlue, Blue Crop, and Berkeley.

Closed for the season.

During the season, check Callaghan’s Facebook page for open hours as they vary depending on when berries are ripe.