Visiting Info
Hotel Information
GIE recommends staying at the Valley River Inn. Contact us for our business rate information.
Welcome to Valley River Inn – a unique resort-style Eugene Oregon hotel and conference center, located along the quiet banks of the Willamette River. Experience the comfortable retreat that has set the standard for Eugene hotels since 1973. Convenient to downtown and the University of Oregon, Valley River Inn boasts well-appointed accommodations, family-friendly features, and a picturesque setting:
- Set in a picturesque location along the Willamette River in Eugene, Oregon
- Adjacent to the Valley River Center, featuring more than 140 stores
- Five minutes from downtown Eugene and the University of Oregon
- Just five minutes from the world-class Hult Performing Arts Center
- Two hours south of Portland, with easy accessibility to Interstate 5
More information www.valleyriverinn.com
Airport Information
The Eugene Airport (EUG) is located approximately 15 minutes from our office and has daily flights to/from:
- San Francisco
- Portland
- Seattle
- Salt Lake
- Denver
EUG serves these carriers:
- United
- Alaska/Horizon Air
- Delta Connection/Skywest
- Allegiant Air
More information on the Eugene Airport can be found here www.flyEUG.com.
Restaurants
Local Activities
Eugene, Oregon, also known as Track Town USA, is home to a plethora of indoor and outdoor activities. Miles of running and biking trails bordered by a variety of flora and fauna connect the city together in an intricate weave of beauty. Numerous hiking trails exist in the peaks bordering the city, offering unparalleled views of the Southern Willamette Valley. If fishing is your fancy, the Willamette and McKenzie rivers cut through Eugene and offer some of the best trout and steelhead fishing around.
To find more about Eugene outdoor activities we recommend visiting EugeneOutdoors.com
Running Trails Near Our Office:
- Alton Baker Park – Located a stones throw away from the office, Alton Baker Park is Eugene’s largest developed park with over 400 acres to explore. The park features miles of running trails (paved and dirt), duck ponds, large open fields, a dog park, and an overall beautiful environment.
Recommend Hikes in Eugene:
- Spencer Butte – A 2.2 mile round trip hike located approximately 15 minutes away from our office. Spencer Butte offers amazing views of Eugene and the Southern Willamette Valley.
- Skinner Butte – A small butte right in the middle of Eugene, within walking distance of the office. Skinner Butte offers views of Downtown Eugene and is a nice hike/walk when you’re looking for a short wooded stroll.
- Hendricks Park – Eugene’s oldest city park, it’s 78 acres include a mature forest, a world-renowned rhododendron garden and a new native plant garden. Located 10 minutes from our office, Hendricks is a great place for a short hike or an afternoon picnic.
