Between Eugene and Oakridge is an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. Pleasant Hill and Lowell are the small communities between these two larger destinations — they are set against a backdrop of state parks, forests, reservoirs and campgrounds. Instead of cruising by on Highway 58…
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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…
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Wildflowers are one of the many splendid delights of springtime. As you trek gloriously muddy hiking trails to gushing waterfalls, keep a look out for the region's beautiful blooms. Wildflower Season The wildflower season is heralded by wild daffodils springing up alongside country roads and across…
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Need an excuse to ride the train to Eugene? Amtrak Cascades runs from Vancouver, B.C. to the Eugene Depot with stops at many northwest cities including Seattle, Tacoma, Portland, Salem and Albany. Plan a quick trip with at least one overnight. Check the current schedule, as train times are subject…
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Oregon is known for its lumber industry, wood products and preserved and protected old growth forests. Our communities have a logging heritage, tree-hugging hearts and tree planting spirits! If you desire a little "forest bathing", here is a tree-focused guide to Eugene - Springfield, and the…
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Dreaming of a trip to France's wine country or Norway's legendary waterfalls? Until you take that international trip you've been dreaming about, here are some ideas to get a taste of the world right here in Oregon. Whistler — Oakridge Snow sports in the winter and mountain biking in the summer…
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Escape to the excitement and pizazz of a metro environment bustling with shopping, entertainment, great restaurants, and lots to see and do! Eugene-Springfield's urban centers offer performing arts, high-end shopping and the latest culinary attractions balanced with quiet, sunny courtyards; downtown…
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Springfield is a great family destination with a historic downtown, excellent restaurants, shopping centers and lots of parks. We invite you to discover the robust attractions of Springfield. It's a pretty cool place. 1. It's The Simpsons' Springfield — Matt Groening Says So The creator of The…
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Have an adventure this weekend and head for Oregon's stunning coastline just outside of Florence, Oregon. Here is the start of massive sand dunes that transform the landscape into an endless playground. From admiring the sheer beauty of the rolling sand drifts, to trying out daring and exciting sand…
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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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Visit the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in downtown Eugene. Find information on things to do and see in Lane County, purchase park passes and locally-made gifts and souvenirs, and…
