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Hendricks Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,698 Google reviews · Running trail in Eugene, Oregon · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Hendricks Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.

ScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parkingQuiet

Eugene's oldest city park, featuring hiking trails, picnic tables & 200-year-old Douglas fir trees.

What runners say about Hendricks Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,698 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“The trails are very well maintained.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 13 mentions

“The rhody and azalea gardens are beautiful in full bloom, and so is the more rustic/undeveloped part of the park.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“The plants and trees are stunning, the grounds and paths are immaculately and peaceful.”

This is a beautifully maintained park, with lots of walking trails. We went before the Rhododendrums were fully blooming, but it was still so pretty, with many other blossoms. One of the prettiest parks I've ever been to.

★★★★★ — Northern , Mar 2024

Of course, I would have to visit this beautiful park, the wrong time of year... Even though I didn't get to see any of the beautiful flowers, it was still a very gorgeous park! I could only imagine what it looks like when everything is blooming?!

★★★★★ — David , Oct 2022

Beautiful in Spring and Fall with great picnic areas, including a sheltered set of tables. The month of May brings about an amazing Rhododendron Forest / Garden that will delight and amaze the gardeners and non-gardeners alike.

★★★★★ — Glenn , May 2021

This place always inspires a leisurely walk. It’s a perfect spot for strolling with dogs and ideal for a picnic as well. While it’s a bit disappointing that dogs aren’t allowed in the garden area, the rest of the park—including the short trail—is absolutely wonderful.

★★★★☆ — Kai , Jul 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 13 mentions

“The rhody and azalea gardens are beautiful in full bloom, and so is the more rustic/undeveloped part of the park.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 6 mentions

“Has Swings for Kids, Picnic Tables, and Lots of Moderate Hiking Trails throughout the Park Dogs are Allowed on Leashes.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“The plants and trees are stunning, the grounds and paths are immaculately and peaceful.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Pretty straightforward parking options, bathrooms and plenty of hiking trails that include native gardens as well.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“Pretty straightforward parking options, bathrooms and plenty of hiking trails that include native gardens as well.”

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🚰 Water fountains

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Plan your run at Hendricks Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteeugene-or.gov
  • Phone(541) 682-4800
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 AM–11 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–11 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–11 PM
Thursday 6 AM–11 PM
Friday 6 AM–11 PM
Saturday 6 AM–11 PM
Sunday 6 AM–11 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Hendricks Park

Summit Ave &, Skyline Blvd, Eugene, OR 97403

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.