Trip Ideas

Junction City Wine Country

The northern stretch of the popular "Territorial Wine Trail" winds through the Lower Long Tom AVA in Junction City. This corner of the Willamette Valley's wine country is known for its scenic countryside and agricultural farmlands. Gentle rolling hills dotted with sheep and vineyards are framed by…

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Top Things to Do When Visiting UO Campus

If you are visiting the University of Oregon campus to tour the school, visit a student, cheer on sports, attend a lecture or make a presentation, plan to see as much as possible and enjoy your time! The campus is a thriving hub of activity from University events to nearby nature trails. Stroll or…

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Want To Cut Your Own Tree For the Holiday?

Celebrate the holiday season by chopping down your own tree! This is a challenging yet rewarding day-trip that you can do with the whole family. Before heading out, purchase your tree cutting permit online or pick up a permit at the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in Eugene's Market…

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Eugene-Springfield Tourist for a Day

The Eugene-Springfield metropolitan area, located just off Interstate 5, offers a multitude of activities and attractions. You may find yourself here for an Oregon Ducks football game, a concert, visiting your college student or chasing that waterfall hike you saw on Instagram — but now that you are…

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Guide to Hot Springs in the Cascades

Oregon's Terwilliger Hot Springs may be a natural draw with its pristine beauty and maintained facilities, but there are several more nearby mountain hot springs to discover – each offering a unique experience that shouldn't be missed. If you are planning a dip into nature's warm waters just outside…

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Drop-in Group Runs & Endurance Training Clubs

Running or walking with a group is a fun way to explore new neighborhoods and meet fellow runners. The enthusiasm of Eugene's running community spills over into organized group runs, many of which are open to visitors for drop-in running. If you are training for a 5K or marathon, adding a group run…

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How to Take the Bus to Oakridge

This is a renowned mountain biking destination, but Oakridge-Westfir is also excellent for fishing, birding, hiking, snowshoeing and sightseeing. Follow the Middle Fork of the Willamette River up into the mountains on a picturesque journey passing farmland, lakes, historic covered bridges and old…

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Guide to Dungeness Crab on the Oregon Coast

When you visit the Oregon Coast, enjoying a feast of Oregon's delicious Dungeness crabs is a must! Here is what you need to know all about eating or catching crab in Florence. Crab Dinners Dungeness crab specials pop to the top of menus at local restaurants through the winter and spring months when…

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Road Trip: Willamette Valley

Explore the Willamette Valley AVA's south wine country with its uncrowded serenity, bountiful boutique wineries and natural beauty. Take three leisurely days to road trip the scenic countryside around Eugene, encompassing gentle rolling hills, grassy valleys, lush wetlands and coniferous forests. In…

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Getting Around Downtown Eugene Car-Free

Get around downtown Eugene with fun and healthy modes of transportation! Rent a bicycle from a local bike shop, or sign up for the convenient and easy-to-use bike share program. Eugene is bicycle friendly and connects with miles of bike routes (PDF map) to outlying areas. Whether you walk, roll or…

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