Easy hikes and walks around River Road

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Since 1967 Autzen Stadium has been the home of the Oregon Ducks Football team. The stadium was funded in large part by the Autzen Foundation whose founder, Thomas J. Autzen, the stadium is named after. Somewhat ironically, Thomas J. Autzen was an alumnus of arch rival Oregon State University.

The DeFazio Bridge is a pedestrian and bicycle bridge named after Congressman Peter DeFazio of Oregon. It showcases quite interesting and unique architecture with a modernist interpretation of the classic suspension bridge and serves as one of the main connecting arteries between downtown Eugene and Coburg Road. The DeFazio Bridge also serves as the main crossing between Alton Baker Park and downtown Eugene, increasing access to the park. It stretches across the Willamette River, connecting Alton Baker Park on the east side with Autzen Stadium and the University of Oregon campus on the west side. The bridge is an important link in the extensive system of bicycle and pedestrian paths that traverse Eugene and the surrounding area. It is heavily used by students, visitors to Alton Baker Park, and residents of nearby neighborhoods. The bridge also offers breathtaking views of the Willamette River, Autzen Stadium and the surrounding natural beauty of the area. In addition to its practical and functional purposes, the DeFazio Bridge is also a beloved landmark and a symbol of Eugene's commitment to sustainable transportation and outdoor recreation.

The Peter DeFazio Bridge offers a scenic spectacle. Overlooking the park and lake, it's a birdwatcher's paradise. Tourists run by, captivated by the view's beauty.

This outdoor football stadium, home to the Oregon Ducks, has the capacity to hold 54,000 sports fans. It is one of the largest and loudest outdoor sports arenas in Oregon. During a game, you can hear the roar of the crowd all the way from the South Eugene Hills.

This bridge connects Alton Baker Park and Autzen Stadium and is known as the Autzen Bridge by locals. The view of the Willamette River is spectacular from here. If you pass by after an Oregon Duck football game or another event at the stadium, this bridge gets very crowded with sports fans and other attendees.

The Defazio Bridge, named after an Oregon Congressman, has a unique architecture for a suspension bridge, with its arches curving toward each other. It is a widely used passageway connecting downtown Eugene and Coburg Road and is an integral part of the city's bike and pedestrian trails. The views from the bridge of the Willamette River, Autzen Stadium and the surrounding area are stunning.

Discover a peaceful natural area park in Eugene's Bethel neighborhood. Ponds, born from gravel pits for Beltline Road construction, were transformed in 2009 for enhanced wildlife habitat and user safety.