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| Meta Title | Hiking Trails | Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast |
| Meta Description | Hike through old-growth forests and quiet canyons, across ancient lava beds, along dramatic cliffs and around serene lakes. The joy is in the journey as you note seasonal wildflowers or colorful fall foliage, birds and wildlife. In the winter, snowshoe at mountain Sno-Parks, in the serene white forests from waterfalls to log cabin warming shelters. |
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| Boilerpipe Text | The Pacific Northwest is known for its scenic
hiking trails
 and easy access to natural wonders, including waterfalls, hot springs, lakes, rivers, sandy beaches and panoramic views.
Hike through old-growth forests and quiet canyons, across ancient lava beds, along dramatic cliffs and around serene lakes. The joy is in the journey as you note seasonal wildflowers or colorfulÂ
fall foliage
, birds and wildlife. In the winter, snowshoe at mountain Sno Parks, in the serene white forests from waterfalls to log cabin warming shelters.Â
Hiking TrailsÂ
Many paths and viewing platforms throughout the region are also wheelchair accessible. The miles of urban trails and plentiful public parks have helped distinguish Eugene as a gold-level
Walk Friendly Community
. Whether taking a gentle stroll or running, review the
Adventure Checklist
first and remember to take along plenty of water and be prepared for rain or shine.Â
More Trails
Please follow
trail etiquette
 for mixed-use trails. This generally means hikers yield to horses (by stepping to the side of the trail and standing still so as not to spook the horses), downhill hikers yield to uphill hikers and cyclists yield to both hikers and horses.
David's Chair - Eugene
Reserve a track chair at Mount Pisgah Arboretum in Eugene. A track chair facilitates trail access for individuals who use a wheelchair. Thanks to the generosity of…
David's Chair - Florence
Reserve a beach-going wheelchair on Heceta Beach in Florence, OR! A track chair facilitates beach and ocean access for individuals who use a wheelchair. Thanks to…
: Melanie Griffin
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Here's how to explore the outdoors safely while making the most of the rich rewards that await you. |
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# Hiking
The Pacific Northwest is known for its scenic [hiking trails](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoor-adventures/hiking/#hiking) and easy access to natural wonders, including waterfalls, hot springs, lakes, rivers, sandy beaches and panoramic views.
Hike through old-growth forests and quiet canyons, across ancient lava beds, along dramatic cliffs and around serene lakes. The joy is in the journey as you note seasonal wildflowers or colorful [fall foliage](https://oregonfallfoliage.wordpress.com/ "Fall Foliage"), birds and wildlife. In the winter, snowshoe at mountain Sno Parks, in the serene white forests from waterfalls to log cabin warming shelters.
## Hiking Trip Ideas
[](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/rainy-day-hikes/)
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### [Rainy Day Hikes](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/rainy-day-hikes/)
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### [Splashy Spring Waterfalls](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/spring-waterfalls/)
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### [Best Winter Waterfalls](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/best-winter-waterfalls/)
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### [Favorite Winter Hikes](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/winter-hikes/)
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### [Colorful Autumn Waterfalls](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/autumn-waterfalls/)
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### [Best Bets For Colorful Fall Hikes](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/blog/post/discover-fall-hikes-in-the-eugene-cascades-coast-region/)
## Hiking Trails
Many paths and viewing platforms throughout the region are also wheelchair accessible. The miles of urban trails and plentiful public parks have helped distinguish Eugene as a gold-level [Walk Friendly Community](http://walkfriendly.org/communities/eugene-or/). Whether taking a gentle stroll or running, review the [Adventure Checklist](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/) first and remember to take along plenty of water and be prepared for rain or shine.
#### More Trails
Please follow [trail etiquette](https://www.nps.gov/articles/hikingetiquette.htm) for mixed-use trails. This generally means hikers yield to horses (by stepping to the side of the trail and standing still so as not to spook the horses), downhill hikers yield to uphill hikers and cyclists yield to both hikers and horses.
[](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/adventures/running/)
## [Running](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/adventures/running/)
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## [Mountain Biking](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/adventures/mountain-biking/)
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## [David's Chair - Florence](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/listing/davids-chair-florence/14433/)
Reserve a beach-going wheelchair on Heceta Beach in Florence, OR! A track chair facilitates beach and ocean access for individuals who use a wheelchair. Thanks to…
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[](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/)
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## [The Adventure Checklist](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/)
Here's how to explore the outdoors safely while making the most of the rich rewards that await you.
[Read More — The Adventure Checklist](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/)
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| Readable Markdown | The Pacific Northwest is known for its scenic [hiking trails](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoor-adventures/hiking/#hiking) and easy access to natural wonders, including waterfalls, hot springs, lakes, rivers, sandy beaches and panoramic views.
Hike through old-growth forests and quiet canyons, across ancient lava beds, along dramatic cliffs and around serene lakes. The joy is in the journey as you note seasonal wildflowers or colorful [fall foliage](https://oregonfallfoliage.wordpress.com/ "Fall Foliage"), birds and wildlife. In the winter, snowshoe at mountain Sno Parks, in the serene white forests from waterfalls to log cabin warming shelters.
## Hiking Trails
Many paths and viewing platforms throughout the region are also wheelchair accessible. The miles of urban trails and plentiful public parks have helped distinguish Eugene as a gold-level [Walk Friendly Community](http://walkfriendly.org/communities/eugene-or/). Whether taking a gentle stroll or running, review the [Adventure Checklist](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/) first and remember to take along plenty of water and be prepared for rain or shine.
#### More Trails
Please follow [trail etiquette](https://www.nps.gov/articles/hikingetiquette.htm) for mixed-use trails. This generally means hikers yield to horses (by stepping to the side of the trail and standing still so as not to spook the horses), downhill hikers yield to uphill hikers and cyclists yield to both hikers and horses.
[](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/listing/davids-chair-eugene/14673/)
## [David's Chair - Eugene](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/listing/davids-chair-eugene/14673/)
Reserve a track chair at Mount Pisgah Arboretum in Eugene. A track chair facilitates trail access for individuals who use a wheelchair. Thanks to the generosity of…
[](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/listing/davids-chair-florence/14433/)
## [David's Chair - Florence](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/listing/davids-chair-florence/14433/)
Reserve a beach-going wheelchair on Heceta Beach in Florence, OR! A track chair facilitates beach and ocean access for individuals who use a wheelchair. Thanks to…
[](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/)
: Melanie Griffin
[The Adventure Checklist](https://www.eugenecascadescoast.org/outdoors/know-before-you-go/the-adventure-checklist/)
Here's how to explore the outdoors safely while making the most of the rich rewards that await you.
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