Nestled in the conifer-rich Willamette Valley, Portland's queer-friendly little sister lies a mere 100 miles to the South. This liberal college town is centered around a quaint city center dotted with hip coffee shops, farm-to-table dining, and wine bars that showcase the region's famed Pinot Noir grape. It's no wonder the town is nicknamed the "Emerald City" as kayaking, mountain biking, hot spring hopping, and other outdoor activities are easily accessible via the mountains that surround the t...
Nestled in the conifer-rich Willamette Valley, Portland's queer-friendly little sister lies a mere 100 miles to the South. This liberal college town is centered around a quaint city center dotted with hip coffee shops, farm-to-table dining, and wine bars that showcase the region's famed Pinot Noir grape. It's no wonder the town is nicknamed the "Emerald City" as kayaking, mountain biking, hot spring hopping, and other outdoor activities are easily accessible via the mountains that surround the town. The city's active art scene is more than just the hippie haven art walk. Repurposed buildings housing independent cinemas, local art galleries, and live music venues thrive. The city's LGBT community keeps drag alive throughout multiple venues, while dive bars harness the city's Wild West past. Eugene's numerous Microbreweries host a rotating cast of global food trucks keeping the town well-fed. Eugene's a perfect weekend getaway whether you're looking to dive into the surrounding nature or devour the town's local delicacies.
