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    Skinner's Butte

    4.4 (47 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Rob S.

    As far as Butte's go....this one is a real....um, Butte. But really, this offers up a great view of the city. In the distance you can see all of the city highlights including Autzen Stadium. A little history on Skinner Butte. It's a prominent hill on the north edge of downtown Eugene, near the Willamette River. Skinner Butte is a local landmark and the location of Skinner Butte Park. It's named after Eugene Skinner, the founder of Eugene. Not too many people up here on the day we visited as it was a pretty cool rainy day (welcome to Oregon in November). None the less, it was a great way to take in the sights of the city all at once. If you're in Eugene you should trek up the hill side to take in the sights.

    On a trail near the top
    Lobelia T.

    This reminds me of Mount Tabor in Portland... mainly because, if you're driving, you gradually wind up and up... and because it's a place people hang out to smoke cannabis. If you go there, I hope you like the smell of cannabis. Oh--als ok like Mount Tabor, it's a great place to see views of the city. If you want to take a hike without leaving the city limits and/or want to gradually get back into hiking, this is a great place to go.

    Cutest tiny bloom west side of Skinners  Butte Park
    Teresa O.

    Love Skinners Butte Park! Nice place to enjoy a walk through west end Owen's Rose Garden. Along the Willamette River is pretty nice. Lots of areas for pic nic..Nice Play area and grounds for kids. Beautiful Skinners Butte nearby which you can hike up the hill to Amazing views of Eugene Oregon Cityscape!

    Rock climbing columnar basalt
    Oulie T.

    Ahhhh so excited to be allowed to climb on columnar basalt of such fine hexagonal quality. I've enviously eyed the columns of devils post pile in Cali knowing that I would never be able to scale those rocks. I've scrambled over the columns at the Giants Cosway in Northern Ireland day dreaming about scaling them in a rock climbing manner, it is different here in Eugene. Rock climbing is encouraged here. Anchors are set up. There is a poster on site explaining the route difficulties. What a sweet, sweet place to be allowed to do something that is normally taboo.

    Sunny summer day
    Tanaz P.

    This is one of the nicest parks in Eugene. The butte has multiple trails up to the top which afford a lovely view of the cityscape. The north side has a plethora of native plants and a nesting pair of bald eagles. The west side has rock columns that every climber in town has scaled at least once. If you feel like being a lazy American you can even drive to the top and eat your fastfood. There are plenty of hidy holes for you 420 friendly folks to enjoy the view and go up in smoke. In addition the top boasts multiple picnic tables for your eating pleasure, be it munchies or aforementioned snacks. The surrounding park connects to the bike path and has lovely walking paths along the river. For the breeders out there, there is plenty of room for your screaming rugrats to tire themselves out. For the parents of pooches there is never ending strolling action. Some people let their dogs swim and frolic down by the water. The only downside to this park is the folks who live here year-round. While most are cool as hell, there are a few rowdy n crazy people that can make it unpleasant. Hence the 4 star review.

    Came here to take photos at sunset, this is up the trail to the right of the parking lot
    Kaycee O.

    I drive up to the peak a lot, and really wish there was more parking there. It's such a great place to hang out at sunset! However, beware as during the summer there are many mosquitoes. The last time I went I was bit 5 times after walking down the trail a little while. But it's great for looking over Eugene or taking photos. I drive up here every so often just for sunset.

    Brad C.

    Unbelievable View! You can drive, hike the trail or ride your bike. Regardless of how you get to the top of Skinner's Butte, one of the best views of Eugene is waiting at the top. I usually hike up the from the old Victorian Shelton-McMurphy-Johnson house at the bottom as the path winds it's way up the butte. It's not a difficult hike and it's well worth the effort. It's not as good of a hike or view as Spencer's Butte but it's a lot more accessible being right downtown.

    Dog-friendly :)
    Lori G.

    Great, easy hike to the summit for nice views of Eugene. + Trails are well-marked and maintained + Dog friendly

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    Super fun, big, and plenty of different activities for all interests and ages. Definitely recomment and would come back again.

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    Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House - The view from the street

    Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House

    (19 reviews)

    When you visit it, the Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House comes alive with history. Here, you'll get…read moresome good insights into some strong women's lives. Tip: The stairs are steep so be aware; they're not recommended for small children or people with mobility issues. When you ascend to the attic, you'll find an impressive replica of the house, and also a nice collection of war memorabilia (Swords, flags, photos, medical instruments, etc.). We very much enjoyed learning more about the history of Eugene; the docents were both friendly and knowledgeable. The furnishings and architecture are from a different time and the tour was informative.

    Read a review from 3 years ago and it said it was only $6 to get in and guess what? It's still only…read more$6 to get in! The docent was a very kind and friendly lady who knew the most about Aida but knew something about all of them. I appreciate her honesty when we asked a wished didn't know she would tell us she was not sure but would offer a maybe because... or probably because.... She pointed out what pieces of furniture were original to the home and explained how the rest were donated. So much history! She said the last lady who owned the home was raised in the Campbell House Inn which is actually where we stayed! I didn't take a bunch of photos as I was enjoying the moment and listening to the docent tell us the history of the home. Also many other people have posted great photos here already so no point in being redundant. The docent said it is decorated for Christmas during the holidays and recommended to visit it if I'm the area during that time. The theme was weddings do when we visited as the docent explained that someone had donated a tremendous amount of wedding gowns to the museum.

    Art House - Beautiful outdoor area

    Art House

    (12 reviews)

    Finally made it back to the Art House, had another good experience. We saw one of the films in…read moretheir French New Wave series, and again enjoyed the theater very much.

    They were playing an anniversary version of This Is Spinal Tap, with an intro by Rob Reiner…read more I was running around 10 minutes late (would miss the trailers) but the welcome from the Ticket guy was no less warm despite my being the last viewer in. He sorted me out pretty quickly and then I faced my next wonderful obstacle: an amazing concession stand with a very understanding vendor who had two different kinds of kombucha on tap, chilled brut rosé, several beers ranging from a Pilsner to a stout, several kinds of wine including Pinot noir and Cabernet Savignon, popcorn with real butter, frozen junior mints, whoppers, peanut M&Ms... everything good was there. Give yourself a few extra minutes to decide what you want to nosh on -- just don't pass up such a great selection. The movie was showing in theater B which was across the courtyard, really lovely few steps between buildings. The chairs were very comfortable inside theater to B and the drink holders wide enough to hold the mason jar that my kombucha came in. Yep a real glass -- none of the paper or plastic stuff -- love that. But maybe the best part was the audience who was clearly queuing to many of the lines and laughed at all the right places. The vibe was a lot like a familiarity that you encounter when you watch the Rocky horror picture show: lots of audience knowledge and appreciation expressed throughout the film, which made the movie even better. I really like this venue and the set up they have. There's also free parking to the side of the building. Support this business. It's a treasure.

    Campbell House Inn - Pancakes with raspberry coulee and lemon whipped cream and thicccccccck bacon... and breakfast quesadilla with tomatillo pico de gallo

    Campbell House Inn

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    There's so much I can say that's good about this place. The location is great the outside is…read morelovely. Inside it's a little bit rundown and grandma like. A room is clean but the chairs were not at all comfortable to sit and and read. I enjoyed the glass of wine when we first came everybody was pleasant. Breakfast was also well done but it's hard to give it more than a 3. 5.

    This B&B has MANY units. Our room was perfectly adequate. I especially like that the mini fridge…read morewas kept in the closet. When those things click on and off it tends to wake me. Beautiful grounds and a lovely breakfast, plus an evening glass of wine are all included. Very good value. Not mentioned in any reviews that I read prior to staying here: a mainline of the Union Pacific Railroad is just three blocks away. At least three times during the dead of night, trains came through with the horns blowing loudly at each of many crossings through this part of Eugene. Unbelievably loud!!! People living in this area must be able to tune it out, but we were NOT used to this. Because the Campbell House is up a hill from the railroad, it seems that horns can be heard unimpeded by other structures (despite the massive 18 floor Ya-Po-Ah Terrace building nearby). I would suggest wearing ear plugs during the night. Nevertheless, I would consider staying hear again if traveling on my own, but my wife would probably veto it we were both traveling. We left sleep deprived to begin our 7+ hour drive home.

    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.

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