Hendricks Park

I love it here any time of year. It brings peace, and calming to your soul from its beauty and the the views! I have been coming here for as long as I can remember. I have many great memories here. I have taken some of my best floral pics here, and it’s just a great place to go burn off lunch walking through the paths.
It is kind of a bonus to just sit and listen to, and watch the birds.

My new favorite park ever. The park is absolutely beautiful in the winter. I can only imagine in the spring and summer time. I love the picnic tables and the trails! Beautiful majestic trees on top of a beautiful lush hill. Perfect

Hendricks Park is my favorite park in Eugene. There are extensive walking paths, the amazing rhodies in the spring, the native forest and blooming flowers & trees abound.
There is something for everyone to enjoy here.

I happened upon this park by following the signs-​No GPS required. I had just 15 minutes so I opted for the Rhododendron garden. How beautiful with flowering shrubs and trees. While taking pictures I turned around and saw a deer a few feet away. At first I thought it was fake until it moved. I will go back and check it out in more detail and take the time to enjoy the beauty.

So beautiful :) I love that it’s high and tucked away and shaded by trees and never overly crowded.
A very special place in the neighborhood! My favorite is the swings.
Such a peaceful place with a spectacular view of the city below.

Oh goodness, I love love love flowers. I can literally spend hours just blissfully lost in Hendrick’s Park’s beautiful rhododendron garden. The variety of colors that can be seen here is seriously breathtaking, I always feel like I’m in a fairytale!
With a variety of trails, beautiful evergreen trees, adorable benches placed in secret nooks around the garden, and wonderfully maintained grounds (all of which is managed by wonderful volunteers!), it’s truly hard to leave.
Obviously, the best time to explore Hendrick’s Park is in the Spring and Summer when the garden is in full effect and you get that lovely sunshine. Keep a camera or smart phone on hand, you’ll definitely want to take some pictures!
I always love coming here with one of my girlfriend’s and her puppy for casual morning/​afternoon strolls. Dogs are allowed at this park as long as they are kept on leash and of course, picked up after, it’s always good to be considerate!
There are a great selection of trails to choose from with very managable terrain so this park makes for a great family-​friendly outting.
I’ve never witnessed the park being completely packed with people so, if you’re somone who enjoys peace and quiet while taking in a beautiful scenery, I would say this park is for you!
Take advantage of these upcoming months of Summer sunshine, pack a picnic, bring along some close friends or your puppy, and spend a lovely afternoon at Hednrick’s Park! I can’t wait to go back!

I can’t believe there are so few reviews of this place…
If you are within 150 miles of Eugene and it’s April to June, stop reading this review and get in your car, on your bike, on your scooter, on your horse, etc and go. Just go.
During the peak of the rhododendron season (April to June) this is one of the most stunning parks in North America. Over 70 acres in total, including a Rhododendron Garden that simply must be seen to be believed.
Even during the fall and winter I would give this place 4 stars. But in the spring? Wow. Just wow.
(Oh, and if you take your girlfriend/​fiancée/​wife here? Yeah, you’re getting lucky that night.)

The best walking trails in town!
The volunteers here work with the utmost dedication to keep the park free of invasive species. The trails are maintained with love, and the scenery is spectacular year round.
The paths are wide enough to accommodate hikers, runners and dogs. There are a plethora of grey squirrels, so my pooch loves that.
This isn’t an off-​leash park, so please be respectful of that.
There’s a swing set for the kiddos, both young and old.
The native plant garden is lovely in the spring through the autumn.
Go, have fun and enjoy one of the loveliest parks in town.

This is a gorgeous park. It’s located near the University of Oregon campus, and I used to walk here when I was a student. This time of year the rhododendrons are blooming in all different colors, and you know it’s spring. There are trails weaving around the park, with lots of nooks and crannies to explore. There is also a large grassy area shaded by huge old trees that makes for a perfect picnic spot. You can also rent the large, 1938 shelter that even has a fireplace — a great option for large groups. Don’t miss this park, especially during rhodie season!

Lush evergreens, walking trails, the ghost of famed runner Prefontaine, and down below the Willamette river. This is what awaits at Hendricks Park.
My boyfriend and I got lost in this park while trying to find «Pre’s rock” – a memorial to the departed American sports icon, but finally we found out after walking through the rain and fog. It’s a must see for anyone who was a fan of his, or someone who wants to know more about him.