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Skinner Butte Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,988 Google reviews · Running trail in Eugene, Oregon · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Skinner Butte 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.
Hilltop space featuring trails, climbing rocks, a playground & sweeping city & mountain views.
What runners say about Skinner Butte Park
“The walks around the park with it's ponds, flower gardens, and well kept green spaces make it a lovely place to come and sit, enjoy the sunshine, and watch the ducks swim around.”
“Hike, bike, or drive to the top of the butte for scenic views of Eugene & surrounding mountains.”
“Beautiful views, fabulous trails for all levels of hikers.”
This area offers so much! There's the impressive River play park with lots of creative play structures. If you're feeling less active there's spots to lay down a blanket, benches to rest, and picnic tables nearby the playground to enjoy a snack. We also enjoy the 20 minute hike up Skinner's Butte.
One of the best parks in the area. Hike, bike, or drive to the top of the butte for scenic views of Eugene & surrounding mountains. There's lots of trails that meander through the forest & rock columns on the west slope that climbing enthusiasts enjoy.
This is one of the best parks in Eugene. It has beautiful huge landscapes, kids playground, a clean restroom and a great city view spot. The great thing here is a huge parking lot. I saw many people came for running, biking, and chilling. What a great place to relax your mind.
This is a beautiful park. The design is creative. The playground structure is about three floors. Younger children need to be supervised if it's their first time. The Willamette river runs along the park. There is a water fountain for children to get wet. There's a sand play area. It has plenty of parking.
Trail conditions & character
“Hike, bike, or drive to the top of the butte for scenic views of Eugene & surrounding mountains.”
“The great thing here is a huge parking lot.”
“It has beautiful huge landscapes, kids playground, a clean restroom and a great city view spot.”
Plan your run at Skinner Butte 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- 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 |
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