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Water Activities
There are few better ways to beat the summertime heat than hitting one of Eugene, Cascades & Coast's beautiful waterways!River Rafting, Canoing and Kayaking
Grab your paddle and a well-fitting life-vest, and get that raft in the water! The beautiful McKenzie River is a water enthusiast's paradise. Take a gentle glide down a calm leg of the river, or hang on tight for a wild ride through the storied Martens Rapids.
Wakeboard and More...
Head to one the area's many lakes or reservoirs for swimming and picnicing off the shore. Or charter a ski boat for a wakeboarding adventure! Inland-surf, waterski, sky-ski, or wakeskate. The thrills never end when you're on water.
Sailing Pleasures
Take a relaxing sail at Fern Ridge Reservoir, a popular Lane County sailing spot. Extensive wetlands provide opportunities to view many species of waterfowl and other wildlife.
Sailing, waterskiing, jet skiing, rafting and more are accessible at many county parks as close as 15 to 20 minutes from the metro area. Local swimming pools also provide a cool respite from the summer sun with lots of interactive play areas.
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. Stocked with hatchery rainbow trout. MORE >>
Blue Turns Watersports LLC
- 29652 Jeans Rd
- (At Fern Ridge Shores Marina)
- Veneta OR 97487
- Phone: 541.729.6613
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Water Skiing & Wake Boarding
Oregon's premier watersports resource. Wakeboard, ski, skate, surf and kite in the luxury of a world class tournament tow boat, staffed by certified instructors. All ages 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 for 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) 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) Located east of Cottage Grove, south of Row River. Stocked with hatchery rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegill, and bullhead catfish. 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. Catch hatchery rainbow trout or native cutthroat trout. MORE >>
Dexter Lake
- Lowell
- Lowell OR 97452
- Region: Lowell
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
(1,000 acres/405 ha) Located east of Eugene near Lowell. Fish for hatchery rainbow trout, small chinook salmon, largemouth bass, brown bullhead, and white crappie. 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. Stocked with hatchery rainbow trout, largemouth bass, brown bullhead catfish, and white crappie. MORE >>
Echo Hollow Pool/Fitness Center
- 1655 Echo Hollow Rd
- Eugene OR 97402
- Phone: 541.682.5525
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Swimming Pools
The year-round facility promotes individual and family fitness. The indoor pool is 25 yards. The outdoor pool is 25 meters. The fitness center includes aerobic and MORE >>
Eugene Rest Area Ponds
- Hwy 99
- Eugene OR 97402
- Region: Eugene Oregon
- Subcategory: Fishing Spots
1-2 acres/.4-.8 hectares Located between Junction City and Eugene, west of Hwy 99. Find hatchery rainbow trout, largemouth bass, bluegill and catfish. MORE >>
