and freeing oneself in the forest, Wildwood Candle Co. ® is dedicated to the Wildwood Trail and surrounding trails in Forest Park of Portland, Oregon. Forest Park is a public municipal park with over 70 miles of single-track to explore, with Wildwood being the longest and main artery that connects to others, spanning over 30.2 miles from south to north. Every quarter mile is designated by a stenciled blue diamond on the bark of a tree, and is meant to signify "progress".

Kylie Antolini, proprietor and founder of Wildwood Candle Co., is an avid trail runner and candle-obsessed connoisseur. Wildwood Candle Co. was founded in 2017, and is a manifestation of her love affair with candle fragrance, trail running and Forest Park. Inspired to share her love, gratitude and enthusiasm of the park in a scent delivered form is how it all came about. The Wildwood Trail, known for its accessible routes and gentle elevation, serves as both Kylie's favorite running path and the inspiration behind her creative journey. The blue diamonds not only guide her runs but also inspire her continual progress in candle making.

With a mission to give back, Wildwood Candle Co. donates at least 5% of profits to the Forest Park Conservancy annually. This partnership supports the park’s ecological health and the maintenance of its beloved trails, and to date, Wildwood Candle Co. has contributed over $5,000 to this vital cause.

Each candle in the collection is carefully crafted to reflect the trails and landmarks within Forest Park, with GPS coordinates included so you can explore them for yourself. Whether you're inhaling the floral sweetness at the International Rose Garden, splashing through puddles on Leif Erikson, or tackling the muddy terrain of Firelane 1, we encourage you to explore, find your wild, and embrace the moments of stillness and adventure nature offers.

Let Wildwood Candle Co. be a reminder to reconnect with nature. 

Whether you're on the trail or lighting a candle at home, breathe deeply and savor the grounding beauty of the natural world. And always, keep the wild in you.