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| The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region offers an abundance of rivers and lakes. Hop in a kayak and paddle the region's water trails or launch a boat on a placid lake and go fishing! From the Pacific Ocean to Waldo Lake above Oakridge; from the coastal Suislaw River to the McKenzie River in the Cascades, there are plenty of places to splash around. |
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Life Jacket Lending Program
Life jackets are required by law for all occupants in a boat, raft or kayak. Children under the age of 12 are required to be wearing them. Thanks to the McKenzie Fire and Rescue and the McKenzie River Guides Association's Life Jacket Lending Program, you can borrow a life jacket from eleven locations along the McKenzie River. So there is no excuse for unsafe boating!A. Helfrich Outfitter
- 1950 Yolanda Ave
- Springfield OR 97477
- Phone: 541.726.5039
- Region: McKenzie River - Cascade Mountains
- Subcategory: Fishing, Rafting & Kayaking Guides
Whitewater rafting on the McKenzie River, an hour from Eugene. Special touches by experienced, personable guides will make for an unforgettable experience. Large group MORE >>
Alder Lake
- Hwy 101
- Florence OR 97463
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
Located 6.5 miles north of Florence, west of Hwy 101. Good fishing for stocked rainbow trout in spring. Bank fishing from trail along lake. Access from USFS Alder Dune MORE >>
Amazon Swimming Pool
- 2600 Hilyard St
- Eugene OR 97405
- Phone: 541.682.5350
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Swimming Pools
Outdoor pool open May-October. Features a beginner pool, sand play area, hot tub, 50-meter by 25-yard pool, 5-meter diving tower and a multipurpose pool with interactive MORE >>
Blue River Reservoir
- Rd 15 (East of Blue River on Hwy 126)
- Blue River OR 97413
- Region: McKenzie River - Cascade Mountains
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(975 acres/395 ha) Located near Blue River on Highway 126. Boat ramps at Lookout Creek and Saddle Dam. Fish species: hatchery rainbow trout and steelhead. MORE >>
The Caddis Fly Angling Shop
- 168 W 6th Ave
- Eugene OR 97401
- Phone: 541.342.7005
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Fishing, Rafting & Kayaking Guides
The premier fly shop in the Willamette Valley for since 1978. An authorized dealer of Sage, Orvis, Winston, Simms, and many other tackle manufacturers. Caddis Fly takes MORE >>
Carter Lake
- Hwy 101
- Florence OR 97439
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(28 acres/11 ha) This lake is located south of Florence, west of Highway 101. Fish species: largemouth bass, yellow perch and hatchery rainbow trout. MORE >>
Cottage Grove Lake
- London Rd
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Phone: 541.942.2411
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1,150 acres/465 ha) Reservoir is five miles south of Cottage Grove off London Road. Includes day use parks, campgrounds, group picnic sites and a playground. Boat ramps MORE >>
Cottage Grove Lake
- London Rd
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Phone: 541.942.2411
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1,150 acres/465 ha) Located south of Cottage Grove. Find largemouth bass, brown bullhead catfish, and hatchery rainbow trout. MORE >>
Cottage Grove Ponds
- South of Row River
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1/4–1 acre/.1-.4 ha) A group of six ponds located east of Cottage Grove on Row River Road. Fish species: hatchery rainbow trout, bluegill and crappie. MORE >>
Cougar Reservoir
- Hwy 126
- Blue River OR 97413
- Region: McKenzie River - Cascade Mountains
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1,300 acres/526 ha) Reservoir is near Blue River, south of Highway 126 on Aufderheide FS Road 19. Boat ramps at Cougar Crossing, Echo, Slide Creek and Sunnyside. Fish MORE >>
Coyote Creek
- Cantrell Rd
- Veneta OR 97487
- Region: Veneta-Fern Ridge
- Subcategory: Water Trails
A flat water channel coursing through the Fern Ridge Wildlife Area. Excellent for birding and wildlife watching. Explore this tiny creek in the spring and early summer MORE >>
Delta Ponds
- Off Delta Hwy
- Eugene OR 97402
- Phone: 541.682.4800
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(150 acres/61 ha) Situated next to the Willamette River near Valley River Center. This ecosystem has become a favorite spot for bird watching, fishing and walking. Fish MORE >>
Dexter Lake
- Lowell
- Lowell OR 97452
- Region: Lowell
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1,000 acres/405 ha) Dexter Lake is known for its fishing, boating, rowing regattas and disc golf. Located east of Eugene on Highway 58 at Lowell. Graced by the Lowell MORE >>
Dorena Reservoir
- Shoreview Dr
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Marinas & Boat Ramps
Baker Bay Park offers eighty beautiful acres on the shores of Dorena Lake in Cottage Grove. Open dawn to dusk with a nominal parking fee. Grassy lawn area, boat launch MORE >>
Dorena Reservoir
- Shoreview Dr
- Cottage Grove OR 97424
- Region: Cottage Grove
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1,840 acres/745 ha) Reservoir is east of Cottage Grove. Boat ramp and restrooms available. Fish species: largemouth bass, brown bullhead catfish, white crappie, MORE >>
