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Summary: From the parking lot you can enter the trail system at any point, I like to stay on the north side of the river and head east in a "clockwise" course. You'll be in the shade for much of the hike and you'll pass along informational signs, milage markers, beautiful views of the river. This is a very popular trail system so watch for bikers, joggers, skateboarders, etc. Cross over the river at the DeFazio Bike Bridge at the Ferry Street bridge (about 1.7 miles up stream from Valley River) turning right and heading down stream on the south side of the river. You'll pass by Skinner Butte Park, Owen Rose Garden, and and Maurie Jacob's Park take a right onto the Greenway Bike Bridge to cross back over the river to you car. Trailhead: The Ruth Bascom Riverbank Trail System in Eugene runs 22 miles total on both sides of the Willamette River as it runs through town. The section discribed here is the loop from Valley River Center (shopping mall) at the Greenway Bridge down to the Ferry Street Bridge. From I-5 take HWY 126 exit at Eugene Oregon and head west and follow signs to Valley River Center. Park in the back barking lot along the river and you can enter the trail system any where along the parking lot. (Lat:44.0864 Lon:-123.1157) Trail Guides for Ruth Bascom Greenway Ferry Bridge Loop: Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: City of Eugene Park & Rec Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Craig Cole, who has posted 72 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Oregon Hiking, Oregon Trails, Oregon Hikes, Lane County Hiking, Lane County Trails, Lane County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
