Golf in Eugene

Eugene anchors the southern Willamette Valley as Lane County's largest city and home of the University of Oregon, a community that has built a national identity around running culture, progressive politics, and outdoor recreation. The Willamette River runs through the city, the Coast Range rises to the west, and the Cascades are visible to the east on clear days. Eugene's golf community is substantial, with courses distributed across the valley floor and the western hills that edge into the Coast Range. The university population, research employment base, and outdoor recreation culture all contribute to strong recreational golf participation. The valley's dry summers provide an excellent window for the sport.