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Explore the McKenzie • September 28, 2018

Belknap Springs + lots of other fun in the area

by Nadine Scott
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Belknap Hot Springs is good reason for a day trip from Eugene, but are you aware of other attractions in the general vicinity that are also possibly of interest? Belknap’s website lists these as additional reasons to visit:

  • Sightseeing: Visit nearby lava beds at the base of the Three Sisters Mountains, waterfalls, mountain vistas, etc.
    • Biking: Many trails are good for mountain biking, including the 26 mile McKenzie River Trail.
    • Hiking: Myriads of trails nearby and in the high country, from nature trails to wilderness challenges.
    • Golf at the famous Tokatee Golf Club just 8 miles away — one of the highest rated public golf courses in the country.
    • Deer and Elk hunting in season.
    • Enjoy beautiful autumn foliage!
    • Unique shopping at Christmas Treasures.
    • Skiing at Hoodoo Ski Bowl just 30 miles away plus many cross country ski trails.
    • Hiking and Biking the lower trails all winter, including the McKenzie River Trail.
    • Fishing in the lower river, the lakes and reservoirs year round.

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