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Spencer Butte Summit
4.9 ★★★★★ 76 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 Spencer Butte Summit'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.
Popular wooded and rocky trail leading to a summit with scenic views of the city.
What runners say about Spencer Butte Summit
“This beautiful hiking trail winds through the forest, eventually revealing a stunning stone stairway that leads to the summit.”
360 degree views. You can see Autzen. For me, this is a good workout hike. I feel accomplished every time I get to the summit.
This was an exhilarating experience. More than just a walk, you had to work to make the summit. The view was worth all the sweat and sore muscles. Overall, one of the most satisfying achievements accomplished during my visit to Eugene, Or. Highly recommend to all.
It was a hike I remember from high school days. It hurt a lot more the next day though than it did when I was in my teens! I’m fact I brought my teenage daughter, who doesn’t even do sports at school, and she barely broke a sweat! I however, felt it for two days.
Hike was pretty easy, view was amazing. You have a full 360 view of Eugene. We had a great time.
Trail conditions & character
“This beautiful hiking trail winds through the forest, eventually revealing a stunning stone stairway that leads to the summit.”
Plan your run at Spencer Butte Summit
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.
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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