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Parks & Public Lands
 | The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region is known for its gorgeous parks, playgrounds and natural public lands. Sections of two national forests, the Willamette National Forest and the Siuslaw National Forest (which contains the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area), lie within this region. |
Alton Baker Park
- Club Rd and Coburg Rd
- Eugene OR 97401
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Comprising of 402 acres (163 ha), Eugene's largest riverfront park comes alive throughout the year with festivals, running and walking races and community events. MORE >>
Amazon Center
- 2700 Hilyard St
- Eugene OR 97405
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Shaded picinic area, swimming & wading pools, playground jogging area, and skateboard area. MORE >>
Buford Park (Howard Buford Recreation Area)
- 34901 Frank Parrish Rd
- Eugene OR 97405
- Phone: 541.682.2000
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
This 2,363 acre (945 ha) recreation area is the largest of Lane County's 71 parks. Within the park, 17 miles (27 km) of trails provide access to the summit of Mount MORE >>
Cape Perpetua Visitor Center
- 2400 Hwy 101
- Yachats OR 97498
- Phone: 541.547.3289
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Towering trees looming through a coastal fog. Frothy surf crashing upon jagged shores. Majestic headlands offering clear views for miles. Located two miles (3.22 km) MORE >>
City of Eugene Parks & Open Space Division
- 1820 Roosevelt Blvd
- Eugene OR 97402
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Explore 50 miles (80.5 km) of walking, hiking, and biking trails covering over 3,000 acres (1,215 ha) of publicly-owned open space throughout the city of Eugene. The MORE >>
Clearwater Park
- Clearwater Lane
- Springfield OR 97478
- Phone: 541.736.4544
- Region: Springfield Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Go for a refreshing swim, slip your boat into the water or fish along the banks. Step out or pedal along the Willamette on the paved Middle Fork Path. MORE >>
Cottage Grove Lake
- London Rd
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Phone: 541.942.2411
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Cottage Grove Lake offers swimming, boating, fishing and camping. This and other lakes and rivers near Cottage Grove provide anglers with some of the best fishing in the MORE >>
Darlingtonia State Nature Site
- HWY 101
- 5 Miles north of Florence
- Florence OR 97349
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
An 18-acre botanical park dedicated to the preservation of the Darlingtonia californica, a rare carnivorous flower nicknamed "cobra lily." The wayside park provides MORE >>
Dee Wright Observatory
- Hwy 242
- (At the summit of McKenzie Pass on Hwy 242)
- McKenzie Bridge OR 94713
- Phone: 541.822.3381
- Region: McKenzie River - Cascade Mountains
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
This historic observatory, built of lava rock, offers panoramic views of Cascade Mountain peaks. There are interpretive panels, a half-mile (0.8 km) paved trail through MORE >>
Delta Ponds
- Off Delta Hwy
- Eugene OR 97402
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Situated next to the Willamette River, Delta Ponds is a unique and valuable open space within an urban setting. This 150 acre (61 ha) ecosystem has become a favorite spot MORE >>
Dorena Reservoir
- Shoreview Dr
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Dorena Reservoir offers swimming, boating, fishing and camping. This and other lakes and rivers near Cottage Grove provide anglers with some of the best fishing in the MORE >>
Fern Ridge Lake
- Clear Lake Rd
- 14 miles (22 km) northwest of Eugene, near Veneta
- Junction City OR 97448
- Phone: 541.682.2000
- Region: Veneta-Fern Ridge
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Fern Ridge Lake is a popular recreation area for all water sports, and is appealing to windsurfers and sailing enthusiasts. Extensive wetlands provide opportunities to MORE >>
Hendricks Park
- 2200 Summit Ave
- Eugene OR 97403
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Eugene's over 100-year-old park consists of a world-renowned rhododendron garden, a 65 acre (26 ha) forest, and a native plant garden. Visitors can walk among MORE >>
Island Park
- 200 W B St
- Springfield OR 97477
- Region: Springfield Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Lane County Parks
- 3040 N Delta Hwy
- Eugene OR 97408
- Phone: 541.682.2000
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Parks & Public Lands
Access to the region's most beautiful natural preserves is made easy by the county's park system. Get close to local flora and fauna along foot paths and viewing MORE >>
Park Amenities
Recreational activities available in many regional parks include hiking and equestrian trails, jogging paths, disc golf, skateboard parks, community gardens, hot springs, manicured gardens and arboretums, play areas, picnic facilities and sports fields.Many area parks offer interpretive centers, volunteer opportunities, robust recreational and community programs, and are available for event rentals like weddings, parties and meetings. Community festivals are held in park amphitheatres, and community sports are held on park fields and in open spaces.
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Many parks are wheelchair accessible, offering paved trails through lava fields and up to waterfall viewing platforms.
