Eugene is a great place to live, work, and play
Eugene is a great location for people of all stages of their life who are looking for a welcoming and vibrant college town to call home. In Eugene you have access to a wide range of outdoor activities, entertainment, shopping, and culture.
- Friendly, family-oriented, and dynamic community with easy access to Portland, the coast, and mountains.
- Excellent public and private schools, including K-12 public schools that offer immersion programs in French, Spanish, or Japanese.
- Vibrant music, arts, and culture: Eugene Ballet Company, the Eugene Symphony, museums, historic sites, cultural activities, and University of Oregon sports.
- Abundant cycling, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, camping, fishing, skiing, snowboarding, and other recreational activities.
- Easy day trips to the Pacific Ocean, ski slopes, wineries, and Portland.