adventureawaits ADVENTURE GUIDE GO! Oregon Skyway by Stacey Malstrom Bring this in for 20% off a single retail item. adventuresreal Oregon souvenirs, local beer & wine and more. One coupon per visit. ADVG-1 Eugene, Cascades & Coast Adventure Center 3312 Gateway St, Springfield real close I-5 & Beltline, Exit 195A Contents Map of all routes 2-3 Oregon Coast 4-5 Hwys 36&126 6-7 wine country 8-9 Cottage Grove 10-11 willamette River paths 12-13 Urban Parks & Trails 14-15 parks galore 16-17 Hwy 58 18-19 Aufderheide 20-21 McKenzie River 22-23 Resources 24-25 Oregon Rules & Regulations 26-27 Oregon Skyway by Stacey Malstrom Discover boundless adventure in easy-to-reach, uncrowded Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Centers places fi lled with natural beauty. Slow down, unwind and Adventure Center Travel Lane County immerse yourself in the splendor of rushing rivers, old- 3312 Gateway St, Springfi eld, OR PO Box 10286 Eugene OR 97440 growth forests, ocean beaches and snow-capped peaks. Downtown Eugene Whether you’re a novice or an expert, there’s something for 541.484.5307 754 Olive St, Eugene,Real OR 800.547.5445 close (U.S. & Canada) every skill level. And the best part? It’s easy to pack a lot of [email protected] fun into a single day. How about an adventure… TravelLaneCounty.org • Watching whales migrating along the • Relaxing at a rustic campsite, Information in this guide was gathered from numerous sources. To the best of our Oregon Coast or birds gliding along riverside retreat, or luxury bed and knowledge, all information was accurate at the time of publication, but information the Pacifi c Flyway breakfast is subject to change. The listings in this publication do not imply any endorsement by its publisher or Travel Lane County. Additional services are available within • Learning to ski or sandboard • Kayaking or white-water rafting on a the community. The visitor industry is also known as the hospitality industry. As • Tasting wine straight from the barrel, warm summer day representatives of that industry, we oppose discrimination of any kind. or raising a glass at a microbrewery • Discovering breathtaking waterfalls This publication was funded in part by an Oregon Tourism Commission grant. real close and captivating fall foliage Designed by Cawood / November 2010/50,000 copies TravelLaneCounty.org/adventure-guide 800.547.5445 Highways 36 & 126 pages 6-7 get exploring! Oregon Coast Urban Parks & pages 4-5 Trails pages 14-15 Willamette River Paths pages 12-13 Wine Country pages 8-9 Cottage Grove pages 10-11 10adventure routes How to use this guide Follow these tips for safe, comfortable travel Accessible via major highways, Eugene, towering sand dunes. Most activities are within • Stop into visitor centers / ranger stations for expert advice. Cascades & Coast can be reached by Interstate 5 an hour’s drive of the Eugene-Springfi eld area. • Bring paper maps. GPS is not always reliable on country or mountain and Highways 126, 58 and coastal Highway 101, Simply choose a route on the following pages, roads. making it easy to travel throughout the region. then pick your activities. Turn to the back and • Cell phones may not transmit or receive well in some areas. From the crest of the Cascade Mountains to the you’ll fi nd information on cycling, wineries, • Be prepared to pay for parking and day-use permits. crashing Pacifi c Ocean, this adventure guide will local events, wilderness adventures, rules and • Let someone know your travel route, schedule and when you expect to lead you from Oregon’s second-largest metro regulations, permits and licenses, and Leave No return. Remember, environmental conditions present many hazards. area to vast wilderness, quaint small towns Trace ethics. A list of guides and outfi tters can • Pack extra food, water and blankets, especially if you are traveling to rushing white water, and coastal villages to be found on pages 24-27. over mountain passes during winter. Check road conditions at TripCheck.com; traction tires or chains may be required. 2 TravelLaneCounty.org/adventure-guide 800.547.5445 Icon legend Beach Access McKenzie River pages 22-23 Biking (single track or Urban Parks & paved path) Trails pages 14-15 Birding Fishing Golf Aufderheide pages 20-21 Hiking, Running, Parks Galore Walking Paths or Trails pages 16-17 Horseback Riding Off Highway Vehicles, Dune Buggy Paddling (canoe, kayak, raft) Playground Highway 58 Cottage Grove pages 18-19 Sightseeing pages 10-11 Swimming Wildlife Viewing Wine Tasting Winter Recreation Start Your Adventure Here While you’re here RV Camping At the Adventure Center, you’ll fi nd a place that inspires you to Get expert travel and lodging Tent Camping explore the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. It’s the place to advice. start your adventure, purchase a recreation or parks pass, gather Find information to plan your maps, access free Wi-Fi, shop for local gifts and let our passionate adventure. 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Eugene, Cascade & Coast Adventure Center Book guided trips and purchase 3312 Gateway St, Springfi eld OR • 541.484.5307 permits. 3 TravelLaneCounty.org/adventure-guide 800.547.5445 Courtesy of Sand Master Park Dune Buggy Tour by Cari Garrigus discover encounter Dune Buggy Tours Sand Dunes Frontier / Dune Buggy Tours / 541.997.3544 83960 Hwy 101 S, Florence Sandland Adventures / Dune Buggy Tours / 541.997.8087 85366 Hwy 101 S, Florence Additional Activities Aero Legends / Flight Tours 541.991.6139 C & M Stables / Horseback Riding / 541.997.7540 90241 Hwy 101 N, Florence Central Coastal Watersports Watersport Equipment Rentals 541.997.1812 1901 Hwy 101, Florence Fishing Guides / See page 25 On to Old Ocean Dunes Golf Links / Golf 541.997.3232 Town Florence 3345 Munsel Lake Rd, Florence Sandpines Golf Links / Golf for seafood. 541.997.1940 1201 35th St, Florence Yum! Information / Resources courtesy of Jeneca Jones Florence Area Chamber of Commerce / Information 541.997.3128 290 Hwy 101, Florence Permits & Licenses See page 27 4 R Oregon the Bike is Coast 101 U.S. oute! TravelLaneCounty.org/adventure-guide 800.547.5445 blossom as they enjoy a summer in- terpretive program in the amphitheater. Historic Old Town Florence Giggle over huckleberry- and blackber- Hwy 101 between milepost 190 & 191 ry-stained hands. Or take a refreshing Surround yourself in the charm of this dip in Cleawox Lake. Boat rentals avail- laughnostalgic waterfront area. Abundant in able during summer months. Campsite art galleries, eclectic shops and res- and yurt reservations recommended taurants, mom and grandma can shop during peak season. Day-use fee. while dad and the kids grab an ice 800.452.5687 discover cream cone and race along the board- walk. For a historical perspective, visit encounter the Siuslaw Pioneer Museum. Or paddle your kayak from the Port of Siuslaw and Tried sandboarding enjoy Historic Old Town from the river. Siltcoos Recreation Area & Canoe Trail today – just like Hwy 101 at milepost 198 tersnowboarding and spring migrations and watch Bring your own kayak for a relax- South Jetty Dune Recreation seabirds nest on protected, offshore Area ing journey on this 3-mile (4.83-km) Cape Perpetua Scenic Area islands. Chase but rolling warmer. waves, and Hwy 101 between milepost 191 & 192 waterway, known as the Siltcoos River Hwy 101 between milepost 167 & 168 discover wondrous tidepools on the Formed by the ancient forces of wind, Canoe Trail, which meanders through Wander old-growth forests, whale protected beach below. Learn more water and time, some of the most dra- the Oregon Dunes National Recreation watch or explore the highest point on about this historic place through a matic sand dunes in the world await Area and widens into a stunning salt- the Oregon Coast. To investigate tide- guided tour, offered March to October. those who crave adventure and soli- water estuary emptying into the Pacifi c. pools rich with marine life, take an Day-use fee. 800.551.6949 tude. Awaken your senses as you listen There is little current, no rapids and the easy 0.6-mile (0.96-km) walk on Cap- to the crashing waves and feel the sand trail can be paddled out and back in tain Cook Trail. Or immerse yourself in between your toes as you trek along the half a day. To protect Western Snowy 26 miles (41.8 km) of hiking trails and Plover nesting areas, part of the river Sea Lion Caves beach. Build a sand castle or fl y a kite. inspiring ocean views, starting at the Then get your adrenaline pumping on is restricted mid-March to mid-Sept. Cape Perpetua Visitor Center. Day-use Hwy 101 between milepost 179 & 180 Paddlers can make it to the ocean but One of the world’s largest sea lion an ATV or watch others try to conquer fee. 541.547.3289 “The Face.” Day-use fee. are prohibited from leaving their boats. caves, this majestic cavern and un- Off-limit areas are clearly marked. derground viewpoint beneath a natural Hikers will enjoy easy access to three rock dome is inhabited by hundreds of short, but rewarding trails that begin Carl G. Washburne Memorial Stellar sea lions that gather here during Dune Buggy Tours State Park at Stagecoach Trailhead near Siltcoos fall and winter. In spring and summer, Hwy 101 between milepost 192 & 193 Beach Road. Day-use fee. Hwy 101 between milepost 176 & 177 they breed and have their young on also between milepost 197 & 198 Zigzag through moss-covered trees as rock ledges outside the cave.