Get a truly dramatic glimpse of some of the area's wildlife when you visit the Cascades Raptor Center. This nature center and wildlife hospital not only offers you the chance to see some truly amazing creatures, but you'll also see how some of these various species are rehabilitated before being re-released into their natural habitat. Plus, you'll most definitely want to see the colorful (and musical) 33 species of birds that make their home at this attraction.
The Willamette River runs through Eugene and is a proven source of fun, recreation and relaxation for all who spend time either on its shores or in its refreshing waters. Canoeing, rafting, swimming and fishing are just a few of the watersports activities that many visitors enjoy.
Walk into Luckey's and you've set foot in one of Eugene's most historic places. This great bar offers a relaxed yet rustic charm while also having the distinction of being the oldest bar in all of Lane County. The time-honored tradition of offering an excellent place to unwind is still very much alive thanks to the excellent choices at the bar, the great bands that are often on stage here, and the great patrons as well as the nightlife venue's inviting club cigar store. So light up and get ready for a great night of fun at Luckey's.
When you dig deep, you never know what you'll find. Getting below the surface of history and cultural traditions will allow you to gain a deeper understanding, and there's no better place to do that in Eugene than at the University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History. Here, the past is present in so many colorful and multidimensional ways. You'll be able to experience an amazing 15,000 years of Oregon's cultural history as well as an equally stunning 200 million years of geology. Get ready, because the trip is a dramatic one, with adventure at nearly every turn.