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Winter Wonderland
| Temperatures are dropping, and the moisture is upon us. In the Cascades, this means fluffy, white snow and exhilarating Oregon skiing and snowboarding. In Eugene and the central Oregon coast, this means rainy day hikes and warm, cozy getaways. Stay safe on your way to the slopes with our Winter Driving Guide. Be sure to check the latest ski, road and weather conditions before heading out. |
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Ski or Snowboard in Oregon's Cascade Mountains
Children of winter, grab your skis, snowboards, tubes, or snow shoes and head into the Cascade Mountains.- At Willamette Pass Ski Area, 65 miles (104 km) east of Eugene on Highway 58, ride up to five ski lifts, including a high-speed, six passenger lift that takes you to the 6,683-foot (2,037 m) summit in as little as five minutes. In addition to downhill runs, Willamette Pass offers 12 miles (19 km) of cross-country trails accessible from the Nordic Center.
- Hoodoo Ski Area, located on the crest of the Santiam Pass on Highway 20, is only about 83 miles (133 km) from Eugene and a beautiful drive along the McKenzie River. Five lifts carry skiers and snowboarders to a variety of terrain, and the five-acre Hoodoo Autobahn features one of the largest tube hills in the Northwest.
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Stay Warm in Eugene and Springfield
Eugene and Springfield's urban parks and trails are the perfect spot for rainy day hikes. If you prefer to stay warm and dry, here are just a few things to do in winter in Eugene:- Watch Collegiate Sports
- Explore Local Museums
- Learn to Ice Skate
- Splash at the Wave Pool
Whale and Storm Watch on the Oregon Coast
- Head to Cape Perpetua, the highest point on the Oregon coast, or the Heceta Head Lighthouse Scenic Viewpoint to see gray whales on their winter migrations.
- Cozy up with a warm drink and an ocean view to watch wind-whipped waves and crashing surf during one of the Oregon Coast's famous winter storms.
