Trip Ideas

Taj Barnhart Morgan, Director, Web and Content
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Taj Barnhart Morgan

Taj Barnhart Morgan is Director, Web and Content for Travel Lane County. A journalism graduate from the University of Oregon, Taj has two decades of special event management and hospitality marketing experience in San Diego, CA and Maui, HI. Passionate about mothering, and back to her Oregon roots, she is discovering the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region all over again through the eyes of her daughter.

Plan an Exhilarating Adventure

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…

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Plan a DIY Urban Art Experience in Downtown Eugene

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…

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A Day Trip to Coburg

Coburg is a delightful historic town just north of Eugene that makes a perfect destination for the day. Immerse yourself in 1800s architecture, antique and boutique shopping, and rustic country living with a slower paced day lingering in the parks and cafes. University of Oregon students…

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Oregon Sand Dunes Getaway

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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How to Take the Bus to McKenzie River

McKenzie River is the ideal destination for fishing, river rafting, hiking or sightseeing. The beautiful McKenzie River gorge has stunning river views, two historic covered bridges, hot springs and old growth forest. Due to a wildfire in late 2020, some stretches show scarring, but new, green life…

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See Three Waterfalls on One Hike Near Oakridge

If you are a waterfall enthusiast, here is an outstanding waterfall hike which delivers three amazing waterfalls in the late spring and early summer. The loop hike is easy to moderately challenging and just under 4 miles (6.4 km). Tip: Check weather conditions before setting off for this hike, as…

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Fun Family Restaurants

Looking for an easy, family-friendly restaurant where you can enjoy a comfortable and relaxed dining experience together? Find a family restaurant that has a casual vibe, moderate noise level, kid menus and/or areas for children to play or move about. Mo's Restaurant Florence, Oregon This large…

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Top Places to Picnic

When the sun is shining and the flowers are blooming, it's time for a picnic! Every ramble, road trip or afternoon adventure is brightened with a picnic basket spread. Here are some of the top places to picnic in the Eugene - Springfield area and beyond. Hendricks Park Hendricks Park is a beautiful…

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Road Trip: McKenzie River

As the snow melts and winter withdraws further up the mountainsides, scouting the McKenzie River for emerging wildlife and wildflowers makes an enticing road trip. Flush with a veneer of damp green across the slopes, Highway 126 winds north, paralleling the rushing springtime river. Fishing…

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Road Trip: Oakridge

At 1,200 feet elevation, these mountain communities are starting to thaw in the spring weather. Put on your mud boots to scout the trails. Forests will be sporting a fresh veneer of green, rivers and creeks will be bursting and the birds will be singing! Spring is not the time for mountain biking…

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