Trip Ideas

Best Sunset Spots in Eugene

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…

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Eugene Area Splash Pads & Water Spray Play

Beat the heat at Eugene - Springfield park splash pads and water recreation centers! These parks typically turn on their water features for the summer season, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Cruise by these family-friendly water features to cool down. Fairmount Park E 15th Ave & Fairmount…

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Cool Off with Ice Cream (and Other Cold Treats)

With summer sharing its hot temperatures, cooling off with cold treats makes every activity sweeter. Add an ice cream cone to a shopping trip, enjoy shave ice after a hike or scoop up an ice cream sundae after a picnic or bbq. Here are some of the best places for ice cream and other cold treats 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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Top Summer Golf Greens Near Eugene

From golf courses on the Oregon Coast to courses adjacent 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 with…

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Car-Free Road Trips on Public Transit

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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Natural Swimming Holes

Where can you take a refreshing dip this summer? We asked around and came up with this list of some of our favorite local swimming holes. Remember, these swimming destinations are not supervised nor maintained — so make sure you're making safety your priority: swim with a buddy, watch your children…

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Spectacular Summer Waterfalls

Summer brings the promise of endless days spent in some of the most beautiful outdoor places in the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region of Oregon. Waterfall hikes are one of our favorite ways to celebrate the return of summer! Here’s our list of the best waterfalls for road trippers, history enthusiasts…

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A 10 Mural Walking Tour in Cottage Grove

The Cottage Grove mural walking tour is an easy self-guided tour you can do in one day. Ten spectacular murals adorn the sides of buildings throughout Cottage Grove's downtown historic district, telling Cottage Grove's story through early settlement, the gold rush and then discovery by Hollywood…

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How to Road Trip to Oakridge Without a Car

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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Explore Our Communities

Whale Watching at Sea Lion Caves
: Melanie Ryan Griffin

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…