# Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden Winter Waterfowl & Bridge Stroll > Place to go for families in the Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro area (OR / WA). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, 5801 SE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97202 - Ages: All ages (Children under 10 free) - Price: $5 general admission; free for children under 10; free admission for all on Mondays - Organizer: Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden & Portland Parks & Recreation - Official page: https://www.crystalspringsgardenpdx.org/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/crystal-springs-rhododendron-garden-winter-waterfowl-and-bridge-stroll--listing-147e291124b2245019e6d8cc ## About Located in Southeast Portland across from Reed College, Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden is a 9.5-acre botanical sanctuary filled with spring-fed ponds, bubbling waterfalls, and mature conifer groves. In the winter months, the natural springs maintain a steady water temperature that attracts hundreds of wintering waterfowl, including bright wood ducks, mallards, buffleheads, Canadian geese, and graceful great blue herons. Paved trails and charming wooden arched footbridges wind across the springs and lakes, offering toddlers and young children up-close views of diving ducks and curious wildlife. The quiet garden is framed by towering cedar trees and early winter-blooming witch hazels and hellebores. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Well-maintained paved asphalt paths and level wooden bridges allow easy stroller pushing throughout 90% of the garden grounds. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Restrooms equipped with baby changing counters near the main entrance; numerous sheltered garden benches overlook the lakes. • Age Suitability: Perfect for all ages, from infants in strollers to toddlers thrilled by duck watching. • Sensory Tips: Calming soundscapes of flowing water cascades and gentle bird calls; duck feeding is not allowed to protect wildlife, keeping birds calm and natural. ## Similar picks in Portland - [Crystal Springs Autumn Waterfowl & Family Garden Stroll](https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/crystal-springs-autumn-waterfowl-and-family-garden-stroll--listing-327f3ef7372dca2024a898f8) — Open on its own schedule · Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden · All ages · From $5 · checked Nov 5. 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