Eugene Cascades & Coast - 2024-25 Visitor Guide

MCKENZIE RIVER EXPLORE RUSHING WATERS, NATURAL WONDERS. Water, mountain, road and trail adventures begin here. Experience some of the Cascades Region’s best offerings along the McKenzie River. The river has always garnered fame for its blue ribbon fly fishery. In addition to this, the McKenzie River is recognized world-wide for its stunning natural landscape, scenic drives, challenging hiking and biking trails and whitewater rafting. Explore the area by boat, foot, bike or car; you’ll love that you did. Three distinctive scenic highways take you to mountain peaks, lava fields, old-growth forests, lakes and rivers. Sponsored by McKenzie River Chamber MCKENZIECHAMBER.COM 54791 McKenzie Hwy | Rainbow 541.822.3805 | harbickscountryinn.com HARBICKS COUNTRY INN Located halfway between Eugene & Sisters on scenic Oregon Highway 126. Harbick’s has served the McKenzie River with pleasant comfy rooms for many years! IKE’S PIZZA 44851 McKenzie Hwy | Leaburg 541.896.0017 Ike’s pizza the place to go up the McKenzie River for over 40 years. Specializing in great pizza and broasted chicken. Home of the Simpson museum and BIGFOOT. A must see in Oregon. MCKENZIE RIVER RAFTING TRIPS A Helfrich Outfitter | helfrichmckenzierafting.com info@mckenzierafting.com | 541.726.5039 Enjoy a truly memorable Oregon experience with Oregon’s only 4th-generation-led rafting company. We meet less than an hour from Eugene on the beautiful McKenzie River for our half- and full-day trips. THE CADDIS FLY ANGLING SHOP 168 W 6th Ave | Eugene | 541.342.7005 caddisflyshop.com | oregonflyfishingblog.com The Caddis Fly Angling Shop has been Willamette Valley’s premier fly fishing shop and guide service since 1975. Our guide service is ready to take you to the best fishing in the area. EAGLE ROCK LODGE 49198 McKenzie Hwy | Vida 541.822.3630 | eaglerocklodge.com Sitting on 5 acres of lush landscaping with plenty of seating while enjoying the majestic McKenzie River. Nine uniquely styled and luxurious rooms. Afternoon “Happy Time” and 4 course breakfast included! Come explore, go fishing, hiking, rafting, skiing, sight seeing and visit the hot springs. HIGH COUNTRY EXPEDITIONS 541.822.8288 | McKenzie Bridge, OR highcountryexpeditions.com 25 years of creating unforgettable memories. We offer whitewater rafting experiences for all ages and abilities. Rafting adventures are offered twice daily with trips spanning the Wild & Scenic section of the Upper McKenzie River. MCKENZIE RIVER LAVENDER 40882 McKenzie Hwy | Walterville 541.736.8575 | mckenzieriverlavender.com Experience the beauty and aroma of lavender while exploring our lavender farm along the McKenzie River. Fresh-cut bouquets, U-pick, lavender products, and lavender plants available. Lavender Bloom – July 12-14, 2024 MCKENZIE RIVER TRAIL AT CLEAR LAKE Clear Lake This easy 26.5 mile (42-km) trail parallels the scenic McKenzie River, gaining 1,750 ft (525-m) as it passes through many contrasting environments: lava beds, lakes, reservoirs, waterfalls and cold-water creeks. Eleven clearly marked trailheads provide access from Hwy 126. The lower trailhead is approximately 56 miles (90-km) from Eugene and at an elevation of 1,450 ft (435 m). No permit is needed, and the lower half is great for kids. Check local resources before heading out for the latest information on trail and road closures.

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