Destination: McKenzie River Mountain Resort, Blue River, Oregon
Come and and experience the natural wonder of the rivers, the spectacular waterfalls and majestic cedar and fir trees. Be refreshed.
Originally built as the Blue River Ranger Station by the Forrest Service, the Eugene area McKenzie River Mountain Resort hotel is a small boutique vacation destination.
5 ranger homes are decorated and remodeled into cozy cabins - fully equipped with bedding, full kitchens (pots and pans included) and Cable TV. Some of our recently remodeled cabins feature deep soak tubs. All have comfortable cabin furnishings. Click on 'Vacation Cabins ' for details and photos.
Free wireless Internet is available. Indoor and outdoor recreation areas are available. Onsite - firepit, BBQs, ping pong, air hockey, foosball, horseshoes, volleyball.
Our conference room has seating for groups up to 95.
McKenzie River Mountain Resort is located next to the translucent cobalt waters of the Blue River (so named because the rocks in the riverbed give the river is unique blue tint). About 300 yards away the Blue River merges with the awe inspiring McKenzie River (known for its exceptional fishing and stunning beauty).
There is easy access to the Blue River from our property and the Blue River boat launch on the McKenzie is only a stones throw away.
Great for groups, families and people who love the great outdoors! McKenzie River Mountain Resort is centrally located to take advantage of all the fun and adventure the area provides.
McKenzie River Trail (world-class mountain biking)
Great for church groups!
Vacation cabins (as seen in this video)...
Mountain bike rentals
Shuttle Services
Epic Bike Event (October 2012)
McKenzie Bridge, Oregon - June 2010
Sahalie Falls
Rock Squirrel
McKenzie River
Upper Proxy Falls
2015 Eugene, Cascades & Coast Destination Award - Willamette National Forest
The Destination Award is presented to a business or individual who, through their efforts, have excelled in promoting the community and the Eugene, Cascades & Coast as a visitor destination. The criteria for the award is:
Unique - their very presence creates a reason the visitor visits our community.
Efforts and promotions have increased outside awareness and made our area more visible.
Growth and success benefits and enhances the image of the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region.
The Willamette National Forest receives this award for their stewardship of the McKenzie River National Recreation Trail (MRT). Managing and maintaining 26 miles of trail used for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking, the McKenzie River Trail embodies the accessible adventures and stunning scenery that make Lane County an outstanding visitor destination.
Travel Lane County's Visitor Industry Celebration honors Eugene, Cascades & Coast regional tourism achievements during National Tourism Week.
McKenzie River Trail to Belknap Springs - Oregon - Good Walks
Hike the lower portion of the McKenzie River Trail to Belknap Hot Springs. Feb. 2015
Covered Bridges in Benton County, Oregon
Come see the (Covered) Bridges of Benton County! We have three beautiful bridges in Benton County, including the Irish Bend Covered Bridge, the Harris Bridge, and the Hayden Bridge. All three offer some fantastic hiking and biking opportunities, and if you visit the Harris Bridge, you can see one of our other Seven Wonders, the Harris Bridge Vineyard, a member of the Heart of Willamette Wineries.
Learn more about our Seven Wonders:
Crystal Springs, Portland Oregon
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden is a magical place especially when the Rhodies are in bloom (early April through Mid May), and it's a beautiful place to observe wild life throughout the summer.
Drift Creek Falls - Oregon Coast
The scenic waterfall, the longest in Oregon and Washington suspension bridge. Easy 1.25-mile hike.
A Drive Up The Coast: California 1 Shoreline Highway, All The Way
You could take I-5 or US 101 to get from San Francisco to northern California, but why not kick back and take in all the views, the curves, and the foggy, salty air along the coast? This drive takes you all the way from the Golden Gate Bridge to the end of Highway 1 at Leggett, California. If you're not in the mood for an entire hour-long video, you may want to check out the six-part series of shorter segments, starting here:
MyDrivelapse.com and Takemytrip.com provide driving videos and stories to help you plan your trip. Check out hundreds of videos on my YouTube channel. Subscribe if you like it! Dozens of new videos are on the way in the coming weeks.
I made this trip in August, 2015. Video shot with a Brinno TLC-200 Pro time-lapse camera, mounted on my roof with a homemade magnetic case.
On Facebook!
Like for updates & great travel ideas
Photography:
Music Info:
Artist: Chris Zabriskie
Track titles are at the end of the video.
Use:
This video is copyrighted. You may NOT rip, reencode, download, rebroadcast, etc., on any platform without permission. You MAY embed this video on your website without permission. You MAY -- and really should -- post this video on your Facebook page, tweet it out, etc., and share it with your friends!
Romance Awaits on These 10 US Drives
Top 10 Romantic US Drives - as part of the travel series by GeoBeats.
Here are the top 10 romantic drives in the US.
10 - Big Sur (like sir) Coast Highway in California is over 70 miles long, with scenic twists and turns and gorgeous bridge views overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
9 -- Known as 'America's Favorite Drive', Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina continues for nearly 500 miles. Serene wilderness and Appalachian views offer opportunities for memory making stops.
8 - Going-to-the-Sun Road, located in Montana makes for a relaxing, mountain viewing drive as you wind through Glacier National Park for over 50 miles.
7 -- Hawaii's Hana Highway is a unique rainforest ride at 68 miles long. More than 50 old bridges, narrow, curvy roads and surrounding lush greenery make this a perfect romantic drive.
6 - Hells Canyon Scenic Byway in Oregon offers views of the mountains, stretching green farmland and rustic canyon roads for more than 200 miles.
5 -- With so many places to stop and savor the sights, Acadia (akay-deeah) Byway in Maine has ocean, mountain, lighthouse and wildlife views depicting outstanding New England charm.
4 -- Route 100 in Vermont is a lesser known and traveled ride. Stunningly beautiful with winding country back roads, mountain views, old churches and classic bridges make this a great choice.
3 -- Beartooth Highway, spanning through Wyoming and Montana is perfect for those looking to view untouched wilderness. Sights include the mountains, massive pine trees and glacial lakes.
2 - Turquoise Trail in New Mexico is a historic drive where riders can reminisce while cruising through old mining towns. Sights include ancient archaeological sites, deep canyons and vibrant countryside.
1 -- Overseas Highway, located in Florida runs over 100 miles, overlooking the teal waters and deep green, protruding islands. Old-fashioned shops along the route make for a laid back trip.
Driving across the Mackinac Bridge - Michigan
The Mackinac Bridge is currently the third longest suspension bridge in the world. The Mackinac Bridge is the longest suspension bridge in the western hemisphere. The total length of the Mackinac Bridge is 26,372 feet. The length of the suspension bridge (including anchorages) is 8,614 feet. The length from cable bent pier to cable bent pier is 7,400 feet. The length of the main span (between towers) is 3,800 feet. It cost $4.00 for a standard passenger vehicle to cross. It is also a section of Interstate 75.The bridge crosses the Mackinac Strait linking the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with Michigan.02