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Fall Frolics

Back to School
Tour the University of Oregon campus and shop for mementos at the bookstore. Enjoy back to school discounts and seasonal lodging packages from the Oregon Coast to the Cascades.

Our collegiate athletes are back in town, so don your green and yellow and stroll or roll on over to Autzen Stadium for a Duck football game!

Fall Deals
Oregon Fall Foliage
Hwy 242 Scenic Route, McKenzie River by Guenther F. Follow a scenic byway along the Oregon Coast, through the Willamette Valley or up into the Cascades in pursuit of autumn's bright hues and leafy splendor. 

Oregon is known for its fiery colors set against a backdrop of dark evergreen. In 2012, Fodor's included the Willamette Valley in its recommended ten "Great Fall Foliage Trips Across the Country."  

Also in 2012, Conde Nast Traveler's blog credited the McKenzie River region with the most visual variety in its top-five picks for fall foliage in the Northwest.

Leaves start to turn mid October depending on elevation. Track the progression of colors across the state on our Oregon Fall Foliage blog or call our official Oregon Fall Foliage Hotline at 800.547.5445.

Report on locations of intense color and post your colorful fall snapshots. Kids can also participate as Junior Leaf Reporters.

Some great leafy walks include the Eugene - Springfield's Ruth Bascom Riverbank Park system on the trails to Autzen Stadium and the Row River National Recreation Trail in Cottage Grove.

 Fall Foliage, Hiking by Emily Forsha
Oregon Bounty
Brewery Beer Pint by Cari Soong The Willamette Valley's abundance is celebrated in the fall with spectacular culinary events, gatherings and opportunities to tour local farms.

Oregon Bounty is a statewide program that highlights locally grown, raised and produced food. Our region is known for hazelnuts, berries, mushrooms, salmon, seafood, wine grapes and craft beer.  

Wine taste along the Territorial Thanksgiving Wine Trail, stopping at u-pick farms for fresh produce. 

Pick a pumpkin for Halloween or chop down your own Christmas tree! Partake in harvest festivities that include corn mazes, hayrides, hot cider and petting zoos.

With so many award-winning restaurants offering seasonal, Northwest-inspired cuisine, it's the perfect time to savor the season.

More Fall Fun
A variety of seasonal activities and events will help you celebrate fall to the fullest. Here are just a few ideas to get you started:
Fall Frolic, Island Park by Natalie Inouye
  • Sip coffee and thumb through a local newspaper in an ultra-cool bakery
  • Linger in a local art museum
  • Charter a crabbing boat on the Oregon Coast or fish the McKenzie River in its namesake drift boat

 
Fall Events