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Social distancing can be difficult. Make it easier for your family with an escape to the outdoors. Here is a list of the top places to picnic in peace in the Eugene – Springfield area and beyond.

HENDRICKS PARK

Hendricks Park is a beautiful rhododendron and native plant garden located near the University of Oregon. After a lazy lunch among the flowers, hike the many trails through the gardens and beyond into the ferns and evergreen forest. The park offers restrooms, tables, water and a shelter.

ALTON BAKER PARK

Alton Baker Park is near downtown Eugene and the University of Oregon making it a popular choice for a quick picnic. Although this park is popular and centrally located, you can still find a quiet place to yourself on the 373 acres. Bring your pup along for a run at the dog park or try out the disc golf course.

PERKINS PENINSULA

Perkins Peninsula is a green park on Fern Ridge Reservoir. There is a boat ramp, swimmable beach, baseball diamond, picnic tables, restrooms and a large grassy lawn for laying out your picnic blanket and spread of goodies. Fern Ridge is also a prime spot for birdwatching so bring your binoculars along too.

MOUNT BALDY

Earn all the treats in your lunchbox with a little hike up to the top of Mount Baldy. The entire loop is just under one mile long and offers various stunning views. This moderate hike is part of the grander Ridgeline Trail and is located just minutes from downtown Eugene.

ARMITAGE PARK

 

Picnic along the McKenzie River at Armitage Park at the edge of the city. There are restrooms, grills, tables, a small boat ramp and short wheelchair-accessible paths beside the river. After a lazy meal in the grass, take a stroll across the old railroad bridge for a better view of Osprey that frequently hunt the river.

ISLAND PARK

Island Park sits along the Willamette River in Springfield. The Ruth Bascom Riverfront bike path connects this park with Alton Baker Park and downtown Eugene. There are restrooms, tables and two playgrounds.

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