Spencer Butte Historic Dorena Bridge Scenic trails of all kinds crisscross the region. Take in the sights on the McKenzie River Scenic Byway, which follows the brilliantly blue river for 34 miles (55 kilometers). Nearby, hikers on the 26.4-mile (42.5-kilometer) McKenzie River National Recreation Trail within the Willamette National Forest pass viewpoints overlooking Sahalie and Koosah falls. Other waterfalls in the national forest include Diamond Creek Falls and Salt Creek Falls. Elsewhere in the West Cascades, Oakridge has more than 300 miles (483 kilometers) of single-track trails, earning it the nickname “Mountain Biking Capital of the Northwest.” Road cyclists, meanwhile, favor the 36-mile (58-kilometer) Covered Bridges Scenic Bikeway, which follows the Row River and passes through six historic covered bridges; the bikeway ends in Cottage Grove, a quintessentially Americana town known as the “Covered Bridge Capital of the West.” The South Willamette Wine Trail strings together a dozen family-owned wineries, where tasting rooms perched on hills overlook rolling vineyards and evergreen forests. willamettevalley.org | 31 Sweet Cheeks Winery SIP STOPS MEET A FEW OF THE AREA’S CRAFT BEVERAGE PRODUCERS King Estate Winery Founded in 1991, King Estate Winery is today the largest certified-biodynamic vineyard in North America. The picturesque tasting room sits surrounded by mountains, hillsides, grasslands, wetlands, orchards, gardens and more—the perfect outpost for sipping your way through King Estate’s Pinots noir and gris and other food-friendly wines. Sweet Cheeks Winery Bask in sweeping views of rolling Willamette Valley hillsides and vineyards from the gorgeous tasting room at Sweet Cheeks Winery, which offers everything from curated tours to custom experiences. Pinot noir, Syrah, Riesling and other Sweet Cheeks wines pair well with a guided tasting or solo experience, and helpful flavor-profile notes accompany each flight. Falling Sky Brewpub The mantra at Falling Sky Brewpub is "Let it pour." Dishing out delicious sandwiches, burgers, soups and salads alongside an array of stouts, dunkels, IPAs, pilsners and sour ales, this outstanding brewery is a popular gathering place in all weather and in all seasons. Oregon Wine LAB Oregon Wine LAB, an acronym for “local artisan brands,” captures the familial spirit of Eugene’s urban-winery scene. Both a wine bar and winery in the Whiteaker neighborhood, the tasting room pours vino from the house label, William Rose, as well as from other producers in the Willamette Valley. Claim 52 Brewing Bridging downtown Eugene with the artsy Whiteaker neighborhood, Claim 52 evolved from its home-brewing roots into a cornerstone brewery for the community. From an airy taproom to the cozy upstairs mezzanine, from the front patio to the backyard gaming area, this family-friendly hub is a perfect spot for gastropub food paired with craft beer. High Street Tonics A dedicated nonalcoholic bottle shop and bar, High Street Tonics crafts delicious beverages with a curated selection of herbal ingredients for mocktails, tonics and elixirs. Nonalcoholic beer, cider and cocktails are also available. Enjoy an evening out with tasty and innovative drinks that support your well-being.
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