Trip Ideas

Top Things to Do When Visiting UO Campus

If you are visiting the University of Oregon campus to tour the school, visit a student, cheer on sports, attend a lecture or make a presentation, plan to see as much as possible and enjoy your time! The campus is a thriving hub of activity from University events to nearby nature trails. Stroll or…

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Where to Watch Duck Football Games

When the University of Oregon Ducks have an away game, or when you don't have tickets to Autzen Stadium but still want to cheer on the team during a home game — catch the spirit at one of these popular and fun places for watching the Duck game in Eugene-Springfield. Across the country, you can also…

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Best Waffles in Eugene

We don't need to "waffle" about waffles — we love them! So much that the U.S. even has a national Waffle Day proclaimed on August 24. This was established to commemorate the anniversary of the first waffle iron patent. Before we dive into the best places to get waffles in Eugene, here's a little…

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Guide to Oregon's Brilliant Fall Leaves

Oregon is a great fall destination for enjoying changing leaf color. Autumn is cool and crisp, but still sparkles with many sunshine-filled days. The striking reds, oranges and yellows pop against a deep green backdrop of the evergreen Douglas fir (Oregon's state tree), giant sequoias and ponderosa…

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Favorite Flat Paths

These mixed-use, flat and well-maintained paths are great for wheelchairs, smooth inline skating, cycling, jogging strollers or gentle walking. Some are paved (and great for everything) and a few are bark chip or compacted earth (thus best for walking or large-tire joggers and chairs), but all offer…

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Four Ways to Explore Oregon's Sand Dunes

Towering mountains of sand cover a 40-mile (64.37 km) swath along the Pacific Ocean, intriguing coastal visitors with a seemingly impenetrable mystery. The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, North America's largest coastal dunes, stretches from Florence to the south, and encapsulate a unique…

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Ride in Oakridge

Welcome to "the Mountain Biking Capital of the Northwest." Oakridge earned that title with more than 300 miles of world-class singletrack trails accessible year-round. Oakridge is home to an enthusiastic mountain biking community, including the Oakridge Trails Alliance, organized to maintain its…

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Cool Off on the McKenzie River This Summer

When the Willamette Valley heats up, head for the cold, clear waters of the McKenzie River in the Cascade Mountains. This beautiful river is the source of Eugene's drinking water and is known for being exceptionally clear and clean. (Some say that's why our local craft beer is so good!) The upper…

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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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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…