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Alton Baker Park, Eugene’s largest developed park, has been an indispensable part of the Eugene landscape since 1959. Located right on the banks of the Willamette River directly across from the University of Oregon, Alton Baker has provided a place for denizens of Eugene to bike, run, feed ducks and take their dogs for over fifty years.
- History
The modern history of Alton Baker Park began in the 1950’s,...
- Things to do
Central to most everything, Alton Baker Park’s location is...
- Nature and Environment
In addition to the various man-made improvements, Alton...
- Family Fun
Alton Baker Park is a fantastic place to take your family...
- Solar System
Eugene is host to its very own scale model of the solar...
- Duck Ponds
In conclusion, the Duck Ponds in Alton Baker Park are an...
- Large Open Fields
Some of the yearly events held in the large open fields of...
- Bike Trails
Alton Baker provides a vital part of the bike trails...
- BMX
The BMX track in Alton Baker Park in Eugene, Oregon, is a...
- Autzen Stadium
The atmosphere is festive and energetic, with fans of all...
- History
- Description
- University of Oregon Hatfield-Dowlin Complex Practice Field Expansion
- Oregon Football Gameday Parking
- 2018 Parks and Recreation Bond and Levy
- West Alton Baker Park
- Volunteer
- Additional Information
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Alton Baker Park, Eugene’s largest developed park, is home to dozens of recreational features and facilities serving the City of Eugene since 1959. The park is made up of two major areas: the more developed West Alton Baker Park, and the 237-acre Whilamut Natural Area. 1. 373 acres (total owned by the City of Eugene) 2. North region 3. Harlow Neigh...
The University of Oregon is planning to build a new indoor practice field next to Autzen Stadium. Site work has begun at the Eugene Science Center parking lot. For more information from University of Oregon, visit this website.
During Oregon football home games, the three paved lots near the entrance of the park (green and yellow lots shown in map below) are used for gameday parking. The lots are managed by Reef Parking. The cost is $20 per game (credit cards only, no cash). Season passes are available at the first two home games. Parking passes can only be purchased in p...
An upgrade of existing lighting in Alton Baker Park funded by the 2018 Parks and Recreation Bondfocused on the western loop of Pre’s Trail. The lighting system utilizes energy efficient LED technology and minimizes adverse impacts to habitat and wildlife by using warmer temperature lighting. This work was completed in November 2021. As new bond pro...
Located immediately east of the Ferry Street Bridge along the north bank of the Willamette River, West Alton Baker Park has had a long history of development, first under the jurisdiction of Lane County Parks Department, and more recently under the jurisdiction of the City of Eugene Parks and Open Space Division. The original 20-acre parcel was pur...
Help activate the power of parks by getting involved with our Volunteer Program. Learn new skills, meet great people, and improve the quality of life in Eugene by helping to care for our parks and open spaces. The Native Plant Nurseryhas unique volunteer opportunities for community members who would like to actively participate in the full cycle of...
Parks Planning: Mark Kosmos, Landscape Architect Ph: 541-682-4902It was named for Alton F. Baker Sr., the eleventh owner (60 years after it was founded) of Eugene's The Guard newspaper (later The Register-Guard). It features duck ponds , bicycle trails , a dog park and a disc golf course, and directly touches the Ferry Street Bridge across the Willamette River .
Alton Baker Park, Eugene’s largest developed park. An indispensable part of the Eugene landscape since 1959. Located on the banks of the Willamette River directly across from the University of Oregon, Alton Baker has provided a place for denizens of Eugene to bike, run, feed ducks and take their dogs for over fifty years.
Comprised of 402 acres (163 ha), Eugene's largest riverfront park hosts year-round festivals, running and walking races, and community events. Visitors can enjoy Alton Baker's 230 acres (93 ha) of natural area, a fenced off-leash dog park, Cuthbert Amphitheatre, Pre's Trail, the Nobel Peace Park, and the Eugene Science Center. There is also an ...
Alton Baker Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) United States. Oregon (OR) Eugene. Things to Do in Eugene. Alton Baker Park. 120 reviews. #18 of 146 things to do in Eugene. Parks. Write a review. About. Miles of jogging and bicycle paths orginate in this popular urban park. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Improve this listing.
