Travel Alerts for Eugene, Cascades & Coast

Current Updates

COVID-19 Health Update

Updated: May 15, 2020

On May 15, Lane County entered Phase 1 of Oregon's planned phased reopening. This allowed some closed businesses to reopen if they meet safety guidelines set by the state.

Non-essential travel remains restricted in Phase 1. Stay local, stay safe and support your local community.

More information: Phase 1 - What to Expect

Many outdoor state parks (including beaches and non-residential campgrounds), playgrounds, sports courts, skate parks and other recreational facilities remain closed. Governor Brown has begun re-opening some state parks for day use. For more information on USFS trails, visit:

We urge everyone to take protective measures against COVID-19 by frequently washing your hands, staying home if you feel unwell and covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow when you cough or sneeze.

For daily updates from local, state and federal health agencies, please visit the following sources:

Our visitor centers are currently closed to the public as we do our part to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19.

Finally, please remember that viruses don't discriminate. The coronavirus impacts all people regardless of geographical origin, ethnicity or racial background.

For Visitor Questions

Please email info@EugeneCascadesCoast.org and we'll get back to you as soon as we can Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

For Media Questions

Kari Westlund

President & CEO

Phone: 541.743.8750
Email: Kari@EugeneCascadesCoast.org
LinkedIn: kari-westlund-728ab97
Twitter: @tourismtrotter

Kari is a tourism industry leader, adept in strategic destination marketing and organizational management. She has led Travel Lane County since 1996, navigating significant changes in travel trends, technology and community growth. Kari contributes to many local and state committees and currently serves on the board of the U.S. Travel Association. As the leading authority on the Eugene, Cascades & Coast visitor industry, she is the official spokesperson for Travel Lane County.

Andy Vobora

Vice President of Stakeholder Relations

Phone: 541.743.8770
Email: Andy@EugeneCascadesCoast.org

Andy oversees all local media communications, press releases and external reports. He is the primary community liaison for regional government, business and community groups. As a spokesperson for Travel Lane County, Andy specializes in relationship building, industry advocacy and community education.

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We care about the safety and well being of our residents and visitors. During an emergency, conditions and information may change rapidly. Please sign up for emergency alerts with Lane County's emergency response agencies. This service addresses severe weather, fire, flooding, hazardous materials, evacuations, civil danger and missing persons.

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Additional emergency resources and links for Lane County are posted below. Please follow the directions of local authorities.

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