Imagine a park so small that it could fit in the space of your dinning table. Welcome to the smallest park in the world Mill Ends Park in Portland, Oregon, USA. It measures only 452 square inches (0.292 square meters) and is officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s smallest park. Mill Ends Park was created in 1948 and is located in the median strip of SW Naito Parkway.
Mill Ends Park was initially meant to hold a light pole. But when the pole never arrived, the little space was transformed into a whimsical park. Over the years, it has become a beloved spot for locals and tourists alike. Despite its size, Mill Ends Park shows that even the smallest places can have a huge impact. If you’re ever in Portland, don’t forget to visit the world’s smallest park.