Want to road trip but don't have a car? Explore the region beyond Eugene using public transportation. You can hike to waterfalls, mountain bike renowned trails, walk on the beach, shop farmers' markets, sightsee in small towns, hang out at must-visit bakeries and craft breweries, or just enjoy the…
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Coastal marine life provides fascinating sightseeing and photography opportunities! Here is how to explore them. Beaches in Oregon are publicly owned from the water to sixteen vertical feet above the low tide mark. The coastline north of Florence offers rocky shores adjacent sea cliffs, alongside…
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Living with celiac disease means you’re always on the hunt for spots that take gluten-free dining seriously and understand things like cross-contact. As a celiac, I know the struggle. Eugene, Oregon is a hidden gem for incredible, celiac-friendly eats. From killer cafes to inventive kitchens, these…
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Take a ramble out to Veneta, just outside Eugene. You can explore here even if you don't have a car by hopping on the bus! Lane Transit District (LTD) operates Route 93 (PDF) to Veneta from west Eugene on a daily schedule. On the weekdays this runs morning, afternoon and evening and on the weekends…
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Time to plan the best family vacation ever! Discover new hiking trails, hidden waterfalls, serene camping spots, and find out what's around the next bend in the road. This summer, slow down and take it all in — the birds singing, the bugs crawling and the flowers blooming. Or speed up and charge the…
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All summer long, soak up the live music scene at outdoor festivals, amphitheaters and parks across the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Enjoy balmy evenings at Willamette Valley wineries listening to local bands, take the family to an outdoor concert at the Cuthbert Amphitheater or chill in a city…
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Take a fun Oregon road trip to get a flavor of some classic Americana. In this itinerary, you'll taste wine in a bright red barn, see a pro rodeo, travel to the town that inspired "The Simpsons," go axe throwing and keep heading west to the beautiful Oregon Coast. So pack your boots, your camera and…
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Eugene, Oregon, known as "TrackTown", is the frequent host to star-studded track events from the Olympic Trials to the NCAA Championships. Eugene even hosted the World Athletics Championships Oregon22 for the first time in the U.S.! But there is one legendary annual track meet that personifies this…
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This is the perfect time to head to the Oregon Coast and breathe the fresh air. Here are a few places for an unforgettable vacation in Florence, "Oregon's Coastal Playground". Driftwood Shores Resort The best escape is one with a view. Driftwood Shores Resort offers beachfront access and excellent…
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While you are out exploring downtown Eugene and falling in love with the unique people and culture, these top shopping destinations have the best finds to memorialize your favorite characteristics of the city. Take advantage of the tax-free shopping that makes souvenirs from Oregon even more…
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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…
