Trip Ideas

Best Spring Camping

As the days get longer and the nights get warmer, we start daydreaming a little more about sleeping under the stars and sharing stories around a campfire. Luckily, you don't need to wait for summer to relish getting cozy in a sleeping bag and enjoying the Oregon outdoors. Start your season of…

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A Winter Weekend on the Oregon Coast

The Oregon Coast is a magical place in the winter. A winter weekend on the coast might involve powerful ocean storms that make for a dramatic show of high crashing waves best enjoyed from beside a warm fire with a glass of wine or warm, sunny days perfect for a tranquil hike through coastal forest…

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Eugene & Springfield’s Asian Markets

Asian markets are popular among foodies and those who want to add a little dash of something special to their meals. With many of them selling products you won’t find in your regular grocery store, it’s no surprise at all that they are enjoyed and frequented by those within the Asian-American and…

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Rainy Day Things to Do

Eugene doesn't slow down in the rain. That's what keeps our hiking trails green and our rivers flowing. We know all you need is rain boots and a hood and you can still do everything you would do on a sunny day. But when you are ready to be inside and out of the weather, try this list of favorite…

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Most Romantic Lodging

Explore these 14 top romantic places to stay this Valentine's Day. The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region offers unique lodging that is just right for making romantic memories. Choose a cabin tucked serenely into evergreen forests, a spacious inn overlooking frost-dusted valley vineyards, a beachy…

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How to Explore Oregon's Tide Pools

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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Best Brunches & Breakfasts in Eugene

Start your morning at one of these destination-worthy breakfast spots from sumptuous brunches to line-out-the-door diners. Whether you've just rolled out of bed for a quick bite or want the perfect place to entertain guests or celebrate a big day, these top brunch and breakfast restaurants will get…

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Main Street in Cottage Grove

Stroll the historic stretch of Main Street through downtown Cottage Grove. Start at the Chamber of Commerce's visitor information center and meander all the way to Centennial Covered Bridge, a charming covered footbridge built from the salvaged wood of former historic covered bridges. Along the way…

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Top Things to Do in Winter

From the snowy Cascades to storm-swept coastal beaches, winter brings a new twist on fun things to do across the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region — and with outdoor recreation as a natural, regional focal point, there are plenty of fun, seasonal adventures. Winter in Oregon is a fantastic time of…

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Explore Our Communities

Two people look out toward the ocean from a high point with railing.
: 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…