West Linn Heritage Tree Program

Celebrating the Living Landmarks of Our Community

West Linn’s Heritage Tree Program honors the most remarkable, historic, and iconic trees in our city. These trees stand out for their age, size, beauty, or cultural significance—and they help tell the story of our landscape and the people who have lived here.

Designated Heritage Trees are protected through city code and recognized for their contributions to West Linn’s natural and cultural heritage. Whether planted generations ago or rooted in native forests, these trees remind us of the importance of long-term stewardship, urban canopy health, and community pride.

Stewardship & Protection

Designated Heritage Trees are protected under West Linn Municipal Code and may not be removed or significantly altered without city approval. Our goal is to preserve these trees for generations to come.

Nominate a Tree

Anyone can nominate a tree for Heritage status! Whether it’s in your yard, a park, or a neighborhood street, we invite you to help us identify and protect trees that deserve recognition.

*NEW APPLICATION COMING SOON!

Details of approval process and criteria can be found in section 8.710 Heritage Trees of the Community Tree Ordinance

Explore Our Heritage Trees

Listed below are the designated Heritage Trees across West Linn

Oregon White Oak          2591 Dillow Drive                        June 23rd, 1993
Big Leaf Maple                 1775 19th Street                         April 11th, 1994
Tri-Color Beech                5530 River Street                        April 11th, 1994
Oregon White Oak           2053 Walden Street                   April 10th, 1995
California Bay Laurel       1831 5th Avenue                        April 10th, 1995
Cedar of Lebanon            5464 West A Street                    April 8th, 1996
Black Walnut                     PGE Volpp Street ROW             April 14th, 1997
London Plane Tree           1819 6th Avenue                      April 14th, 1997
Weeping Willow                1420 Dollar Street                    April 14th, 1997
Oregon White Oak            Mary S Young Park