Oregon is known for the Great Outdoors - What many don't know is how easy and close it is to enjoy within our Great City of Eugene. Here is a start for exploring the outdoors here in Eugene and a host of other options less than an hour away..... or further if you want.
We are an active community with events happening locally. Check out the Cascades Event Calendar (HERE)
and the Eugene Weekly (HERE)
And don't forget our Weekly Saturday Market .. A must visit while you are here and only a 5 block walk from the House.
Where to Look for Fishing Opportunities
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW): Check the official ODFW 65 Places to Go Fishing in Lane County Guide for stocked lakes, reservoirs, and river access points. Licenses can be purchased directly via ODFW. [1, 2]
McKenzie and Willamette Rivers: Prime local spots for wild and stocked trout, spring Chinook salmon, and summer steelhead. Popular bank and boat access points include Alton Baker Park, Armitage Park, Hayden Bridge, and Hendricks Bridge. [1, 2]
Fern Ridge Reservoir & Dexter Reservoir: Great flat-water and reservoir options west and east of Eugene for bass, crappie, trout, and panfish. [1, 2]
Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center: Stop by the local tourism office for physical maps, brochures, and regional recreation advice. [1]