Experience Eugene Home Search Eugene
Events EugeneEugene ePostcardsEugene NewsletterEugene ResourcesEugene SponsorsEugene MerchandiseAbout Experience EugeneContact Experience EugeneEugene Events
 
Adventures In & Around Eugene

Eugene has an abundance of outdoor adventures if you are looking for some type activity to do over the weekend...or during the week for that matter. Running or cycling along the miles of river paths, hiking in and around town, kayaking the local rivers, relaxing while taking in a round of golf...anything that suits your adventurous spirit can be found easily around this area.

Here are some of the Adventures in Eugene:

Eugene Cycling
Eugene BikingThe late summer and early fall weather in the Willamette Valley is usually as spectacular as it gets anywhere. That means Eugene beckons, with its Willamette River bike trails. These paths represent Eugene's finest. They offer almost perfect green way paths that serve a very wide mix of users. These two paths are very popular and form a veritable freeway through the heart of Eugene and into Springfield. There are numerous opportunities for a picnic along these paths and lots of spots for you to explore the river bank.

Bicycling Magazine mentioned Eugene in their list of "The Best Cycling Cities." Bike Magazine listed Eugene as one of their "5 Best Mountain Biking Towns."

Explore All The Bike Trails & Bike Clubs In & Around Eugene>>



Eugene Hiking
Eugene HikingWhen the summer months fall upon Willamette Valley and the fragrance of nearby conifer forests perfume our city, we are reminded it's time to hit the trails. But why wait until summer? Our temperate climate lets us explore, year-round, the wild and scenic beauty that boarders Eugene on all sides.

Eugene is blessed with a variety of hikes that can be reached without too much effort. Although having access to a vehicle would help, the local bus service will also take you fairly close to some of these locations.

Explore All The Hiking Trails & Hiking Clubs In & Around Eugene>>


Eugene Rafting & Kayaking
Eugene RaftingCome to Lane County and ride the same rapids on which Prince Helfrich and Leroy Pruitt designed the famous McKenzie River drift boat in the 1920s. These same waters offer kayakers a unique vantage point to view wildlife, take in fall foliage, and dip their paddles in adventurous rapids. With mild weather often holding well into fall months, Lane County makes a great, un crowded escape during the off-season. Grab a paddle and a group to hit the water with one of these great rafting guides. From beginners to experts, there is a stretch of river in Lane County for everyone's adventure level. Take an easy float or hang on tight for a wild ride through the McKenzie River's class III Martens Rapids.

Explore All The Rafting & Kayaking In & Around Eugene>>


Eugene Running
Eugene Running EventsFrom enthusiastic track and field supporters to a host of talented athletes that live and train here, the Eugene/Springfield community has something to offer every runner. Whether you are training for a marathon or running for your own enjoyment, "Track Town, USA", with its mild Willamette Valley winters and spectacular summers, provides one of the best running environments in the country.

If you are searching for a place where health and fitness are celebrated and running is a religion, look no further than Eugene/Springfield. Come join some of the most devoted runners in the country who gather here to pursue and perpetuate their sport in this runners' paradise.

Explore All The Running Events & Running Clubs In & Around Eugene>>


Skiing & Other Winter Sports
Eugene Skiing ResortsHistorically, snow begins to fall at Oregon's higher elevations in November or even as early as October, however, the question remains, is there enough snow to open the ski season? Ski and snowboard enthusiasts eagerly watch nightly weather reports for ski area conditions. Depending on the conditions, some ski resorts in Oregon can open as early as Thanksgiving.

From steep, deep and bumpy to gentle glades, the ski resorts around Eugene offer everything you could want. Whether you're a family looking for a great day together or a genuine snow fiend in search of adrenalin. You'll find some of the best tree skiing in the Northwest!


Explore All The Skiing Resorts Around Eugene>>


Parks & Recreation
Eugene Parks And RecreationFrom duck ponds to trails for biking or walking. From concerts and events to canoeing and rose gardens, Eugene's Parks & Recreation offers much for everyone of all ages. Some of the parks stretch for great lengths along the Willamette River which allows for one to see a variety of wildlife here especially of the bird variety. Canoes can be rented during the summer or bring your own and float gently along lush, green river banks. The biking and walking trails that weave through these parks and all connect to each other make for easy and safe riding or walking/running.

Other parks allow for dog parks with leash and no leash policy's and all the parks allow for family get-together's with many picnic areas that allow for BBQ's.

Explore All The Parks & Recreation Around Eugene>>


Fishing In And Around Eugene
Oregon Bach FestivallThe Pacific Northwest is knows for its dramatic scenic rivers and great fishing. But if you're not an experience, native fisherman (or, even if you are), how do you know the best places to go? There are several businesses that offer guided tours and fishing trips in and around Eugene, Oregon . Some are for fishing rivers and streams, while others specialize in taking people on ocean fishing outings.



Explore All The Fishing Rivers Around Eugene>>


Golfing & Other Sports
Golfing & Other Sports In EugeneIf you're looking for golf courses in Eugene, Oregon you will be pleased to find a variety of courses that are a challenge to players of every skill level. The RiverRidge Golf Course, for example, is an 18-hole, par-71 course that was designed to complement the area's natural surroundings and maximize the views of its 107 gently rolling acres, bordering the Willamette River in north Eugene.

Eugene also has the nation's largest golf shop: Fiddler's Green, a 13,000-square-foot golf mecca with 250 different sets of irons, over 1000 metal woods and putters and its own 18-hole executive course.

Around $50 will get you onto the best public golf courses in Lane County on the sunniest of summer weekends and still leave some change in your pocket.

Explore All The Golfing & Other Sports In And Around Eugene>>


     
Experience Eugene Logo
Copyright 2008-2009 Experience Eugene & DIGI Studios. All Rights Reserved. | Site Design: DIGI Studios
Privacy Policy/Disclaimer | User Agreement