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    Skinner's Butte

    4.4 (47 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Rob S.

    As far as Butte's go....this one is a real....um, Butte. But really, this offers up a great view of the city. In the distance you can see all of the city highlights including Autzen Stadium. A little history on Skinner Butte. It's a prominent hill on the north edge of downtown Eugene, near the Willamette River. Skinner Butte is a local landmark and the location of Skinner Butte Park. It's named after Eugene Skinner, the founder of Eugene. Not too many people up here on the day we visited as it was a pretty cool rainy day (welcome to Oregon in November). None the less, it was a great way to take in the sights of the city all at once. If you're in Eugene you should trek up the hill side to take in the sights.

    On a trail near the top
    Lobelia T.

    This reminds me of Mount Tabor in Portland... mainly because, if you're driving, you gradually wind up and up... and because it's a place people hang out to smoke cannabis. If you go there, I hope you like the smell of cannabis. Oh--als ok like Mount Tabor, it's a great place to see views of the city. If you want to take a hike without leaving the city limits and/or want to gradually get back into hiking, this is a great place to go.

    Cutest tiny bloom west side of Skinners  Butte Park
    Teresa O.

    Love Skinners Butte Park! Nice place to enjoy a walk through west end Owen's Rose Garden. Along the Willamette River is pretty nice. Lots of areas for pic nic..Nice Play area and grounds for kids. Beautiful Skinners Butte nearby which you can hike up the hill to Amazing views of Eugene Oregon Cityscape!

    Rock climbing columnar basalt
    Oulie T.

    Ahhhh so excited to be allowed to climb on columnar basalt of such fine hexagonal quality. I've enviously eyed the columns of devils post pile in Cali knowing that I would never be able to scale those rocks. I've scrambled over the columns at the Giants Cosway in Northern Ireland day dreaming about scaling them in a rock climbing manner, it is different here in Eugene. Rock climbing is encouraged here. Anchors are set up. There is a poster on site explaining the route difficulties. What a sweet, sweet place to be allowed to do something that is normally taboo.

    Sunny summer day
    Tanaz P.

    This is one of the nicest parks in Eugene. The butte has multiple trails up to the top which afford a lovely view of the cityscape. The north side has a plethora of native plants and a nesting pair of bald eagles. The west side has rock columns that every climber in town has scaled at least once. If you feel like being a lazy American you can even drive to the top and eat your fastfood. There are plenty of hidy holes for you 420 friendly folks to enjoy the view and go up in smoke. In addition the top boasts multiple picnic tables for your eating pleasure, be it munchies or aforementioned snacks. The surrounding park connects to the bike path and has lovely walking paths along the river. For the breeders out there, there is plenty of room for your screaming rugrats to tire themselves out. For the parents of pooches there is never ending strolling action. Some people let their dogs swim and frolic down by the water. The only downside to this park is the folks who live here year-round. While most are cool as hell, there are a few rowdy n crazy people that can make it unpleasant. Hence the 4 star review.

    Came here to take photos at sunset, this is up the trail to the right of the parking lot
    Kaycee O.

    I drive up to the peak a lot, and really wish there was more parking there. It's such a great place to hang out at sunset! However, beware as during the summer there are many mosquitoes. The last time I went I was bit 5 times after walking down the trail a little while. But it's great for looking over Eugene or taking photos. I drive up here every so often just for sunset.

    Brad C.

    Unbelievable View! You can drive, hike the trail or ride your bike. Regardless of how you get to the top of Skinner's Butte, one of the best views of Eugene is waiting at the top. I usually hike up the from the old Victorian Shelton-McMurphy-Johnson house at the bottom as the path winds it's way up the butte. It's not a difficult hike and it's well worth the effort. It's not as good of a hike or view as Spencer's Butte but it's a lot more accessible being right downtown.

    Dog-friendly :)
    Lori G.

    Great, easy hike to the summit for nice views of Eugene. + Trails are well-marked and maintained + Dog friendly

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    Super fun, big, and plenty of different activities for all interests and ages. Definitely recomment and would come back again.

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