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Dorris Ranch

4.8 (16 reviews)

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Judith M.

Sometimes I think I have already reviewed someplace because it's a real favorite and then I come to find that I have it. Shame on me. Doris Ranch is it local treasure. It's free, it has ample parking, some of the best birdwatching in the area, and endless varied terrain to amble through either at your leisure or for hard-core cardio training. Especially in these days of social distancing and limited indoor options, Dorris Ranch is it critical and invaluable resource. The trails connect to the longer mill race bike trail system and there are a myriad of options to access that either at Clearwater Landing or here or downtown Springfield off of eighth Street. All of those parking lots have bathrooms and water, but they may or may not be open Currently. PS the little historic village although closed it is a really nice little corner that feels quite secluded and private and if you get to the Cedar log house don't forget to sniff the panels they smell amazing. Hopefully they will update the signage in the near future to include the full history of this area which extends long before the matter since arrived in 1851. Meanwhile I helped them out with a temporary update.

Samantha M.

What an amazing trail/ run/ hike! Easy and so close to downtown Springfield! Covered, with pockets of shade; great for the fur babies! Dog must be on leash, BUT I've run into people that don't really care as long as your dog is well behaved. Beautiful scenery and great for wedding/engagement or photo shoots! No fee to park.

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10 months ago

I'm really impressed with the attention to trails this season. They've done a wonderful job!! Beautiful and serene.

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6 years ago

Great place to take the family for a hike. Very nice paths for children or elders, bikers or walkers.

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Beautiful trail with plenty of shade from the beautiful filbert trees. A gorgeous view of the river and doggie friendly.

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I found us the largest orchard to visit in the Eugene area and it was spectacular.

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Hendricks Park - Entrance to Park

Hendricks Park

(38 reviews)

A Beautiful Return to a Place Full of Nature and History…read more Both my wife and I had visited this spot before when we lived in the area, so with a little time to spare before lunch nearby, we decided to revisit it with her son and daughter-in-law. Nestled on a forested butte just east of the University of Oregon in Eugene, this area is absolutely stunning. The rhododendron garden is especially beautiful, offering a peaceful and scenic escape that feels tucked away from the city. Beyond its natural beauty, the area is steeped in history. One of the most notable connections is to Steve Prefontaine--a legendary runner and seven-time NCAA champion for Oregon. He trained in and around Hendricks Park and tragically passed away in a car accident on a winding road just below the park. His legacy lives on not only in the running world but also in the early success of Nike, where he became the brand's first sponsored athlete and helped elevate it to global prominence. Whether you're a nature lover, a history buff, or just looking for a quiet place to explore, this area is well worth a visit.

Hendricks Park is one of those places that I knew was around town, but never visited until after I…read moremoved away and came back to visit. I grew up in the Cal Young area or Santa Clara, so I wasn't very often in this part of town and though Eugene isn't a huge city, you can easily not hit other areas of town. Hendricks Park is the oldest park in the city. It's mostly known as a rhododendron garden, but it has native plants as well. There are trails throughout for you to explore the place. It's really peaceful and beautiful when the weather is nice, and you'll forget you're in the city.

Thurston Hills Natural Area

Thurston Hills Natural Area

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Hiked the lower and upper Mossy Maple trail. The combine distance, round trip, was 5.95 miles and…read moreabout 825 elevation gain. Parking lot is new and large. Restroom facilities. There were 20 cars on the Friday morning we went In early June. We encountered one bike on the way up and five on the way down. Hats off to the trail crew, excellent condition except for 100-200 yards near the top where it was a little washed out but easily passable. The first 2 miles is a 5' - 6' wide gravel trail, easy for two people to walk side by side. The last mile up was a traditional narrow dirt trail. Trail markers easy to follow. Mountain bikes are permitted but only for the uphill portion of the trail. Bikers use separate trails when traveling downhill. At the "top" of the Upper Mossy Maple trail is a very limited overlook of the valley to the south. The top is a meadow, nowhere to sit and lacks shade. The trail ends at a service road which continues up to a nearby communications tower. What quickly catches your eye is a small grove of maple trees with moss hanging from their limbs. Hence, "Mossy Maple Trail." It took us, a middle aged couple, 70 min to get to the top with two stops to drink.

This hiking trail is beautiful! What used to be a hidden hike known only to locals, this is now an…read moreestablished trail that climbs to the top of the Thurston Hills for some beautiful view points. The first mile and a half is graveled and then it's a dirt trail from there so winter and early spring hikes are muddy and rough. Paralleling the hiking trail is a mountain bike trail that is a fast downhill slalom, it criss-crosses the hiking trail at points and looks super fun. The old trail is still there if you know where to look, it wasn't removed as the new trail and trailhead were built at a different starting point. They have a cute dog washing station at the trailhead, clean bathrooms and I believe a column to work on your bike if needed. This is worth the visit for a nice hike without leaving town.

Dorris Ranch - parks - Updated May 2026

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