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 >>

Shaded picinic area, swimming & wading pools, playground jogging area, and skateboard area. MORE >>

A breathtakingly beautiful day-use, campground and RV park on the banks of the McKenzie River only 5 miles (8.05 km) north of Eugene. Located on the outskirts of Coburg MORE >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 >>

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 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 >>

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 >>

HWY 242 leading to the Dee Wright Observatory is CLOSED FOR THE SEASON. (November 2012). In the midst of a barren lava landscape discover this memorable monument. This MORE >>

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 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 is a popular recreation area for all water sports, and is appealing to windsurfers and sailing enthusiasts. Extensive wetlands provide opportunities to MORE >>

This Oakridge park offers exquisite views of the clean, green Willamette River. Picnic on the large rock overlooking the water, then gather the kids for an easy hike MORE >>

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 >>