When your perfect day in Eugene just can't end yet, head to one of these top sunset spots and watch the colors change and the stars come out. Bring a picnic and a flashlight and enjoy the show. Ferry Street Bridge This is a convenient spot to watch as the sun dips into the Willamette River. The…
Read More
Summer is the best time for outdoor dining. Pull up your seat under a shady umbrella or soak up the sun directly if that is more your style. Here is a list of our favorite restaurant patios for al fresco dining. Sidewalk Dining These urban restaurants provide the perfect seats for watching the world…
Read More
From golf courses on the Oregon Coast to courses adjacent to vineyards, discover the joy of golf in Oregon. Unique locations, notable course designers and fun, nearby activities to enhance your golf vacation make this region a rewarding golfing destination. Below are some of our favorite courses…
Read More
Who can resist the allure of historic covered bridges? Walk inside the cool, creaky chambers, damp from the water below, and peer through sunlit slats at the river. In fall, autumn leaves frame these gorgeous landmarks; in spring it's wildflowers. In winter the bridges may be dusted with snow or…
Read More
Let's go fly a kite — or build a sand castle! Oregon's wide open beaches are the perfect places for kite flying and constructing sand art. In fact, there is a perfect beach for just about every summer adventure. Here are some helpful tips on what you need for a fun-filled day with the family near…
Read More
My husband, Daniel Heidemeyer, and I spent our first weekend exploring the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region of Oregon and we were genuinely impressed by how much this area has to offer! One of the first things that caught our attention? Ducks. They’re everywhere from adorable plastic figurines to…
Read More
Contemplative and meditative experiences are abundant throughout the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Find your little piece of peace and quiet for a relaxing vacation getaway that soothes the soul and restores the mind. First, book a comfortable retreat place for the center of your stay. Add in…
Read More
Indulge your senses by exploring Oregon's wine country on a two-day tour of some very special boutique wineries along Territorial Highway. Taste the region's lauded Pinot Noir wine, enjoy an abundance of farm-to-table gourmet offerings and soak up the beauty and quiet of the Willamette Valley. For…
Read More
Bucket list adventures that turn up the adrenaline guarantee an exciting vacation! If you reach for the energy drink over the cup of tea, if you charge forward instead of hanging back, if you want bragging rights to share on social media, then discover these thrills awaiting you in the Eugene…
Read More
Indulge your artistic side with an inspirational artists' retreat—try a new medium, take a challenging workshop or just immerse yourself in arts of all kinds. Downtown Eugene, Eugene's Whiteaker Neighborhood and Springfield's historic district offer serene settings for plein air, clinics and studios…
Read More
Visit the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in the Market Alley in downtown Eugene's Market District. Find information on things to do and see in Lane County, purchase park passes…
