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Pre’s Trail

West Bank Path (2.10 mi.)South Bank Path (4 mi.)East Bank Path (2.8 mi.) North Bank Path (5 mi.)On-Street Connections1/4 Mile Marker

RoadsPedestrian/Bike BridgesPaved PathsDirt or Gravel PathsBicycle Access

West Bank Path (2.10 Miles)

South Bank Path (4 Miles)

Viewing Platform, Overlook River House Community Center Owen Rose Garden Climbing Columns RiverPlay Discovery Village Playground Skinner Butte Summit Lamb Cottage Shelton-McMurphey-Johnson House Campbell Community Center EWEB Public Plaza Prefontaine Memorial Park

East Bank Path (2.8 Miles)

Delta Ponds Wildlife Viewing

North Bank Path (5 Miles)

Duck Pond Pre’s Trailhead Hays Tree Garden Cuthbert Amphitheater Park Host Dog Off-Leash Area Science Factory BMX Track

The Riverbank Path serves a wide variety of

users. Following a few common sense tips

can keep it fun and safe for everyone to share:

Be respectful of all users

Use bike lights when dark

Keep right, pass left

Slower traffic has the right-of-way

Bikers use audible warnings when passing

Control and clean up after your dog

Bikers use safe speeds at all times

Do not block the path

Hays Tree Garden

Off-leash area

Shelton-McMurphey- Johnson House

Photo courtesy of City of Eugene Recreation

Photo by Vern Rogers

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The Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System is one of the best known and most well-used portions of Eugene’s parks and

open space system. This 12-mile path lines both sides of the Willamette River from the Willie Knickerbocker Bridge just west of I-5 to the Owosso Bridge just south of Beltline Road. We hope this map will help you discover this path’s easy connection to many of the recreational, cultural, and historic destinations that make Eugene unique.

River Recreation – River House Community CenterThe Willamette River provides the perfect mix of tranquil and rapid waters for enthusiasts of all skill levels. If you want to explore on your own, you can find non-motorized boat launches at several locations including Alton Baker Park. However, if you are looking for experienced guidance and outdoor opportunities of all kinds, stop by the City of Eugene’s River House Community Center located along the South Bank Path. Information: (541) 682-5329

Delta PondsHerons, bald eagles, and Western pond turtles are just some of the wildlife that call Delta Ponds home. Located along the East Bank Path, wildlife viewing areas provide amateur to avid bird watchers the perfect vantage point. Come discover the natural beauty in the heart of our urban environment.

Willamette River Habitat EnhancementAn ongoing major restoration project is helping reconnect Delta Ponds with the Willamette River to improve habitat and offer fish, such as juvenile Chinook salmon (below), a safe place to grow before returning to the river.

The Legacy of Community Advocacy ContinuesThis path system has recently undergone several wayfinding enhancements thanks to the efforts of Eugene Parks Foundation volunteers and generous local sponsors. In partnership with the City of Eugene their initiative, The Riverloop Connection, provided new mile markers at every quarter-mile along the system’s four path segments, map and interpretive signs at 13 locations, and this comprehensive hand-held map. A special “thank you” to Pete Powers and Scott Wallace who designed this map and to the UO InfoGraphics Laboratory for their early guidance. This effort would not have been possible without support from the following dedicated community members:

Community Partner REI

Wayfinder Eugene MarathonEugene Water and Electric BoardJerry’s Home Improvement Center Dr. Mark and Mary JewellOBEC Consulting EngineersThe Register-Guard Sacred Heart Medical CenterSELCO Community Credit UnionValley River CenterWells Fargo

Milemarker AAA OregonJon Anderson & FamilyBabes on BroadwayDr. John & Ruth BascomRick Bronson

Jane DodsMichelle EmmonsEugene Area Chamber of

CommerceEugene Parks FoundationEugene Running ClubEugene Running CompanyFull City Coffee Roasters & The

Palace BakeryGreater Eugene Area Riders

(GEARs)Janice & Terry GouldJim & Helen JacksonGus & Bonnye KellerCarolyn & Dean KortgeLane County Chapter UO Alumni

AssociationDarryl & Candice LarsonMarket of ChoiceMcMenamins North Bank PubJeff & Mary MillerDon & Lynn Morris

Just a Few of the HighlightsThe Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System connects an incredible array of natural beauty, unique amenities, wildlife, and resources. A few of the highlights you will encounter are:

Whilamut Natural Area Located along the North Bank Path, the Whilamut Natural Area covers 237 acres of open space in the east section of Alton Baker Park and is preserved for passive recreation and wildlife habitat. Whilamut is a Kalapuya word that translates into “where the river ripples and runs fast.” You may notice several young native trees along the river that were planted by City of Eugene Stream Team volunteers. Information: (541) 682-4850

Pre’s TrailLegendary long-distance runner Steve Prefontaine envisioned a European style soft surface path for runners and encouraged local officials to create such a trail in Eugene. Since its dedication in 1975, the trail has been supported by the ongoing efforts of the Oregon Track Club. Pre’s Trailheads can be found at multiple locations within Alton Baker Park near the North Bank Path.

Skinner Butte Park Eugene’s first and premier riverfront park, Skinner Butte Park, is located along the South Bank Path. A visit here offers a glimpse of Eugene’s history as it is home to Eugene Skinner’s original land claim, phenomenal views of the city from the top of the Butte, and recreational climbing opportunities on the west face of the Butte at the Climbing Columns.

RiverPlay Discovery Village PlaygroundThe Eugene community created this one-of-a-kind, inclusive, award-winning playground to bring children in touch with Eugene’s unique history and culture through creative play. Located along the South Bank Path within Skinner Butte Park, it is a destination for children of all ages and abilities, including the young at heart.

Owen Rose GardenThe award-winning Owen Rose Garden is located along the South Bank Path and is home to over 4,500 roses of more than 400 varieties. Making the garden even more spectacular is a majestic Tartarian cherry tree, planted in the 1860s and believed to be the oldest of its species in the nation.

Decades of VisionThis path system was brought to reality through the efforts of former Eugene Mayor Ruth Bascom and a collaboration of community advocates over the last 40 years. A combination of public planning, funding, and a growing statewide commitment to preserving the Willamette Greenway allowed construction to begin in 1971. By 2003 the final connecting link of the 12-mile system was completed, and the system was dedicated as the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System.

Brian & Karen ObieOregon Medical GroupOregon Track Club MastersSuzanne, Gretchen, & Geoffrey

RodkeyPaul Roline, Mike Buckridge, John

Morris, & Don PetingKitty & David PiercyRexius Inc.Spirited Walkers Marathon TeamJim & Kathy TorreyTrack City Track ClubJennifer Ulum & Timothy GleasonVillard St. PubAlex & Clare VonderHaarSteve & Linda WheatleyBill & Mary Zier

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Photo by Vern Rogers Photo by Ellen Toneys

Whilamut Natural Area

Skinner Butte Columns

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Delta Ponds

River House

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EWEB Plaza

Photo by Vern Rogers Photo by Pure Blue Design

This project was funded in part by Oregon State Lottery funds.

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