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ooner or later, visitors and newcomers to Cottage Grove soon discover what oldtimers have known for years: that this end of the Willamette Valley offers a spectacular array of activities to match the diverse interests and passions of its people. The Sentinel staff sincerely hopes you enjoy the 2021 edition of its popular Recreation Guide as much as we enjoy bringing it to you each year. We trust you will find its contents informative and useful, whether you’re planning a long weekend in the woods or a night on the town. Visitors travel to Cottage Grove year-round, but summertime brings a season of activity unrivaled by many small communities. Watersports enthusiasts flock to Dorena and Cottage Grove reservoirs, both located conveniently close to town, which offer fishing, water skiing, boating, windsurfing and many other aquatic activities, in addition to great picnic and camping facilities. The Row River Trail continues to draw acclaim as a premier cycling destination, and cyclists can easily access its paved pathway in town and ride for miles upstream, past Dorena Reservoir on a slow, gradual climb.
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ottage Grove offers a packed summer schedule for many events downtown, and a walk down Main Street, with its historic buildings and many murals, still recalls the town’s early years. Bohemia Mining Days brings Cottage Grove’s mining history to life each July in Coiner Park, and monthly art walks, the popular Concert in the Park series and weekly grower’s markets give both residents and visitors the chance to take in local culture and spectacular summer weather. Theater enthusiasts can experience a taste of the avant garde at the Opal Theater downtown. The town is also known as the “Covered Bridge Capital of the West,” and a drive or bike ride past seven historic bridges is only minutes away. With so many options for fun in our community, we hope you’ll consider visiting often and taking advantage of all this town has to offer. And of course, take this handy guide with you for countless hours of unrivaled entertainment!
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Cycling the Row River Trail
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ne of the nicest non-motorized trails in the Willamette Valley is located right here in Cottage Grove. Row River Trail, a National Recreation Trail and home of the Covered Bridges Scenic Bikeway, is a 16-mile paved and graveled path from downtown Cottage Grove heading southeast past Dorena Lake along Row River to Culp Creek. Beyond the Culp Creek Trailhead is a graveled surface path that extends to the old railroad turnaround. In 1994 the Bureau of Land Management acquired the abandoned railway to develop a trail for public recreation as part of the Rails-to-Trails program that exists across the country. Starting in 1902, the original line of the “Old Slow and Easy” steam engines hauled ore, logs and supplies along the Oregon and Southern Eastern line. Later in 1971, an excursion train called The Blue Goose carried passengers between Cottage Grove and Disston,
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just past the trail’s end, until railway activity became prohibitive. Today a well maintained, multi-purpose trail exists for multiple types of non-motorized trail enthusiasts (e.g., walkers, hikers, bicyclists, runners, horseback riders, in-line skaters, etc.) On a sunny day with a few rest stops and some wildlife watching, the approximately 34-mile, round-trip bicycle ride takes between four to five hours. The trail provides the best of what the area has to see. You can start from downtown at the Row River trailhead or along any part of the trail. One of the best spots is at Mosby Creek trailhead, where you can view Row River off Mosby Creek Bridge, the oldest covered bridge in Lane County. The Mosby Creek Covered Bridge was built in 1920. Several points of interest can be found along the trail and intermittent signs provide mileage and facility access for parking, toilets and
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drinking water. Trail use is free and it’s open for public enjoyment a half-hour before sunrise to a half-hour past sunset. The name of the Row River Trail has a bit of a story behind it: the correct pronunciation rhymes with “cow”. It was named after a dispute between two men battling over cattle and sheep grazing rights during settlement of the valley in the early 1850’s. The Row River Trail portion of the bikeway has been designated as a National Recreation Trail.
POINT OF INTEREST The Mosby Creek Covered Bridge, located just off the trail, is a white bridge built in 1920. Row Point survives as a remnant of a native prairie community, featuring showy displays of wildflowers during spring. DIRECTIONS take Interstate 5 to the Cottage Grove exit (#174), and turn east onto Row River Road. Travel for 3.5 miles. Turn right onto Layng Road and proceed 1.2 miles to the corner of Layng and Mosby Creek Roads.
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Lorane Road For a mostly flat ride that passes lovely pastures and picturesque views of the hills, follow Main Street west of town, which in less than a mile becomes Lorane Road. Strong riders can climb the hill that begins about seven miles out, using their bike’s lowest gears, and those who are very ambitious can go on to Lorane, 15 miles out. The road has light to moderate traffic.
Lower Brice Creek Road Another country route to try is on Lower Brice Creek Road, which begins about 15 miles from town past Culp Creek. The narrow, little traveled road begins off Row River Road on the left for those coming from town. It offers an easy ride past a creek and countryside pastures.
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Tips for COVID-safe recreating in state parks COVID-19 is still a reality in Oregon and Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is asking visitors to do their part to help protect themselves and the health of their fellow Oregonians. The state park system has been slowly reopening since early May, but nearly every park is experiencing reduced levels of service due to a $22 million budget gap. OPRD is relying on visitors to help us through this unprecedented time. Some state parks will remain closed until at least Labor Day. To date, these parks include: • Alfred A. Loeb State Park campground and day-use. • Battle Mountain Forest State Scenic Corridor day-use (no campground). • Cape Blanco State Park campground and day-use (closed through 2020). • Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park campground. • Devil’s Lake State Recreation Area campground. • Saddle Mountain State Natural Area campground and trails. • Ukiah-Dale Forest State Scenic Corridor campground and day-use. • Umpqua Lighthouse State Park campground. Other parks may be added to this list. Check our state park status map for the latest information. The best thing way to keep yourself and others safe is to “Prepare + Care.” Prepare before you leave the house, then take care of yourself
and the people around you while at the park.
Prepare If you’re not feeling well, stay home. The parks will still be here when you recover. Whether you’re stopping for the afternoon or camping overnight, bring the essentials with you: face coverings, hand sanitizer, trash bags (pack it in, pack it out), water, snacks, and toilet paper. Choose a park close to home. The shorter your trip, the fewer stops you have to make on the way there, and the less time you’ll be in close proximity with others. Check the park’s webpage in advance to learn what amenities are available. Some may be closed; read the “reduced services” section below. Make a backup plan for your outing. Summer is a busy time at state parks, and people are extra stir-crazy this year. If you show up and the park or parking areas look crowded, turn around and follow your backup plan. Parking may be limited, and please don’t park on road shoulders or private roads. It’s dangerous and you risk your vehicle being damaged or towed. If the parking lot is full, turn around. Care Try to maintain at least 6 feet of physical distance from others that aren’t part of your household.
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tips (continued) Wear a face covering, especially when in congested areas like parking lots, trailheads or restrooms. Take it easy while at the park: stick to trails and activities you’re familiar with. If you get in over your head and get injured or lost, that will further strain our already thin resources. Take trash with you when you leave. Garbage service has been significantly reduced and packing out what you pack in is a huge help to park rangers. With the weather heating up, campfire restrictions may be in effect in some state parks. Check campground and trailhead notice boards for posted fire restrictions, or call ahead to double check. Fireworks are never allowed in state parks or on the ocean shore. Reduced services Parks have far fewer staff members than normal for the busy summer season. Park rangers will be focused on essential duties to keep visitors safe, so other typical services
may fall by the wayside. Events and programs will be canceled; ice or firewood sales may be suspended; and grounds maintenance and trash pickup will be less frequent. Service availability may change quickly. Many facilities will be closed or have sharply reduced hours. Shower/restroom facilities, ranger booths, welcome centers, and other places will be affected. Go to the webpage for the park you plan to visit before you leave to learn what’s open and what’s closed. When you arrive at the park, scope out the open facilities. Don’t forget: normal park rules still apply. Learn more about safe recreation in parks during the pandemic, including more specifics for day-use and camping, on the state parks website: stateparks.oregon.gov.
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Lakes and rivers
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outh Lane County offers the water enthusiast several unique opportunities for fishing, sailing, swimming, windsurfing, boating and more. Two popular lakes and a number of streams are located minutes from Cottage Grove. Cottage Grove Lake, on the Coast Fork of the Willamette River, is about five
miles south of Cottage Grove. The lake is three miles long and covers an area of 1,158 acres when full. The Army Corps of Engineers manages five parks around the lake. For information call 541-9425631. Shortridge Park, primarily for day use, has restrooms, drinking water and picnicking facilities.
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Wilson Creek Park offers an unsupervised swimming beach, boat ramp, restrooms, drinking water and picnicking. Lakeside Park has re-
Photo by Nick Snyder strooms, drinking water, picnicking, unsupervised swimming and a boat ramp. Pine Meadows Campground has overnight camping and has sites that can accommodate RVs without hookups, an unsupervised swimming beach, drinking water, showers and restrooms. Primitive Campground has a vault toilet, drinking water and camp sites. Dorena Lake, is located in rolling, partially wooded hill country about six miles east of Cottage Grove. The lake is five miles long and covers 1,900 acres when full. Dorena Lake has four parks, including Baker Bay Park, operated by Lane County, and Harms, Bake Stewart and Schwarz parks, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers.
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lakes and rivers (continued) At Baker Bay, overnight camping is offered along with a boat-launching ramp, picnicking, fishing, water skiing and a marina with boat rentals and supplies. Harms Park, near Rat Creek Road, has restrooms, picnicking facilities, boat launching, fishing and water skiing, in addition to access
to the Row River Trail, a paved path that spans the length of Dorena Reservoir. Schwarz Park has overnight camping, showers, picnic areas and fishing. Bake Stewart Park is a minimally developed day use area with a parking lot, vault toilets, picnic tables and a gravel trail connecting to the Row River Trail.
Murals draw visitors 1920’s Main Street 501 E. Main, Artist: Connie Huston, 2007 Buster Keaton 9th and Main, Artist: Howard Tharpe, 2002 Opal Whiteley 711 E. Main, Artists: Connie Huston and Howard Tharpe, 2001 Fourth of July Parade 119 S. 6th, Artist: Howard Tharpe, 2005 Centennial Covered Bridge 401 E. Main Artist: Jim Evangelista
Children at Play 403 N. River Rd., Artist: CGHS Art Class Underwater World 403 N. River Rd., Artist: “Super Heroes” On The Go!: Go!: 914 N. 9th, Artist: Jim Evangelista
Our Lady of Guadalupe 633 N. 9th, Artist: Jim Evangelista Cottage Grove Station:: Station 911 E. Main, Artist: Jim Evangelista
Undersea Paradise 25 Thornton Lane, Artist: Jim Evangelista
Pine Trees and Historic Scenes: Scenes: 820 E. Whiteaker, Artist: Jim Evangelista
Cottage Grove Jennys 926 E. Main, Artist: Jim Evangelista
Farm Animals: Animals: N. 8th St. Alley, Artist: Art Guild
Historic Coca-Cola Mural:: 8th and Main, Mural Artist unknown Historic Coca-Cola Mural:: 7th and Main, Mural Artist unknown Catherine Filmer Park:: Park 600 block of Main, Artist: Art Guild Country Living: Living: 330 Hwy 99 S., Artist: Jim Evangelista
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Kid-friendly staycation ideas Adults may see staycations as great opportunities to catch up on summer reading and finish projects around the house. Children, however, may not always approach time off at home with that same enthusiasm. Parents confronted with the challenge of keeping kids happy and engaged during staycations can try these kid-friendly ideas to ensure everyone enjoys their time off, even if the bulk of it is spent at home. • Hit the carnival circuit. Traveling carnivals are a staple of summer in many small communities. These special events feature rides, games and, of course, food. Families can make a night of it at a nearby carnival (one is no doubt within driving distance on just about any night in July and August). Budget-conscious staycationers can attend carnivals on bracelet nights, when both adults and kids can typically enjoy endless rides for one set price as opposed to having to purchase tickets for each individual ride. • Find a place to swim. Whether it’s a nearby lake or a day at the ocean, a weekday afternoon spent swimming is a great way to
remind the family that a staycation is still a vacation. If swimming in a lake or in the ocean is not possible and you don’t have the luxury of a backyard pool, purchase an inflatable pool (or two) that the whole family can enjoy. • Embrace your inner artists. Parents can visit a local arts and crafts store and spend a day painting or making projects with their children. Choose a theme, like making jewelry or painting a family portrait, and then exchange your masterpieces or create a family art exhibit when the session is over. • Go fishing. Fishing can be a fun activity for the whole family and a great way to get out of the house without breaking the bank. Create a competition to see who can catch the most and/or the biggest fish. If you catch fish that you’re allowed to take home, involve the whole family in making a delicious fish dinner that night. Staycations can be fun for the whole family, especially when parents take time to organize a host of kid-friendly activities.
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Make the most of your staycation with these activities Staycations have grown in popularity in recent years. A 2018 poll from YouGov Omnibus found that 53 percent of the more than 100,000 participants had taken a staycation at some point, proving that forgoing traditional vacations for relaxing respites in the comfort of home is a wildly popular trend. While they might not be as exotic as venturing off to parts unknown, staycations need not be limited to days spent lounging by the backyard pool or laying out on the living room couch. The following are a handful of activities that can help people make the most of their staycations. • Spa experience: Who doesn’t like the chance to engage in a little pampering when staying in a fancy hotel? That same luxury can be enjoyed during a staycation by booking an appointment at a local spa that offers all the amenities, including a sauna, steam room, beauty treatments, and, of course, massage services. • A day on the links: The opportunity to test one’s mettle on a new course in an idyllic setting is one golf lovers simply cannot pass up while vacationing. A similar challenge can be found when staying at home. Do a little homework to find the most challenging course within driving distance of your home and then
book a tee time, treating yourself even further by indulging in a good meal in the clubhouse once your 18 holes are up. • The wonders of nature: Professional and personal lives can make it hard to enjoy the great outdoors, even when it’s steps from your front door. During a staycation, commit to exploring local parks, hitting the trails to hike or mountain bike or renting a boat or kayak and taking to the water. • City life: Just because you aren’t traveling far away doesn’t mean you cannot still get out of town for a day. Plan a day trip to a big city within driving distance of your home. See the sights, visit a museum and cap it off with a visit to a restaurant serving your favorite ethnic cuisine. • “Go” camping: Parents of young children can make a staycation more special by spending a night camping in the backyard. Leave your devices indoors as you sit around the firepit telling stories and making some delicious s’mores. Then set up the tents and sleep under the stars for a memorable night in the “wild.” • Rainy day: If the weather is not cooperating during your staycation, create a backup plan to add a little life to rainy days. Plan a daylong film festival in which each member of the family gets to choose a movie everyone can watch together. Make sure you have plenty of popcorn on hand and order in a few pizzas so everyone can focus on the films. Families planning staycations can make these relaxing respites at home more enjoyable by incorporating a few unusual activities throughout the week.
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2021 Summer and Fall events
New and exciting things are always happening in Cottage Grove JAW HARP FESTIVAL June 28th & 29th Opal Theatre 72nd ANNUAL COTTAGE GROVE RODEO July 12th & 13th, Rodeo Grounds SWIFT FLY-IN July 13th-15th, Public Viewing Aug. 14th. Gathering of antique planes at Cottage Grove Airport. info: 541-767-0244. BOHEMIA MINING DAYS July 17th-18th Festival celebrates Cottage Grove’s mining heritage, offers family fun. Coiner Park. Info: 541-942-5064 GOLD RUSH 5K RUN/ WALK July 18th, 9 p.m. Downtown Cottage Grove. Info: 541-731-9284 MINER’S BREAKFAST IN THE PARK July 18th, 6am Info: 541-942-9044 TRI AT THE GROVE TRIATHLON July 27th, race begins at 8 a.m. Cottage Grove Lake info: www.triatthegrove.com.
ROCK, ROLL & RUMBLE CAR CRUISE July 27th Show & Shine downtown, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The crusie begins at Cottage Grove High School at 6pm Dance 8:30-11:30 p.m., 5th and Main MAIN STREET CHILI COOK OFF Saturday, July 27th, noon-4 p.m. Main Street. Fun and friendly chili cooking competition with tasting by the public and awards for people’s choice and judges’ choice chilis. JIM WRIGHT MEMORIAL STEARMAN FLY-IN Aug. 3rd-5th. Cottage Grove Airport info: 541-767-0244. WOE-HERITAGE FAIR Aug. 16th-18th Fri-Sat: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m. WOE Fairgrounds info: 541-942-6150 www.woeheritagefair.com UNITED STATES AIR FORCE BAND Aug. 28, 7:30 p.m. Free concert at Bohemia Park. info: 541-942-2411.
THE GREAT OREGON HOMEBUILT FESTIVAL Aug. 31st - Sept. 2nd Cottage Grove Airport COTTAGE GROVE HALF MARATHON & 10K September 14th, 9 a.m. 13.1 miles from Dorena School to Bohemia Park in CG, bus departs from Bohemia Park at 8:30 a.m. The 10K starts from Trailhead and Runs to Mosby Creek and back for an excellent run on the Row River Trail. info: cottagegrovehalf.com, 541225-7946. BUSTER KEATON DAY Oct. 19th JINGLE RUSH 5K RUN | WALK Dec. 7th, 9am Cottage Grove High School TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY (Christmas in Cottage Grove) Dec. 7th 5pm All America Square
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Campsite safety tips
The appeal of camping is undeniable. According to The Business Research Company, a market research and intelligence company, the global camping and caravanning market is expected to grow from just under $40 billion in 2020 to more than $45 billion in 2021. Estimates suggest the market will grow even more in the coming years, reaching $56.6 billion by 2025. Camping has long been a popular pastime for outdoor enthusiasts, but it may have developed an entirely new group of devotees in 2020. Traditional vacations may not have been possible in 2020, when governments across the globe urged citizens to avoid conventional travel as the world found itself in the throes of a global pandemic. In an effort to overcome cabin fever, many people viewed camping as a safe way to get out of the house while still limiting contact with people from other households. That no doubt inspired new generations of camping fans, many of whom will continue to pitch their tents and sit around campfires long after the pandemic has ended.
The National Park Service recognizes the popularity of camping and urges people to stay safe. Veteran campers and novices alike can benefit from reviewing these safety tips, courtesy of the NPS. • Plan ahead. Camping trips may not require hours of scouring travel websites in an effort to find the best deals on flights and hotels. But camping trips still require ample planning. When planning a trip, take into account who’s coming along. Assess their camping skills and physical fitness to determine the most appropriate place to camp. Campers with limited mobility may be best suited for accessible campsites. The NPS urges campers to consider if everyone in the group will be able to make a long hike from the parking lot to the campsite. If not, choose a site that you can pull right up to or is just a short, easy walk from the parking lot. • Research the campsite and surrounding area. Know as much as possible about the campsite prior to embarking on your trip. Learn about everything from the local wildlife you may
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Campsite safety tips cont. encounter while camping to the condition of surrounding areas, including the altitude, the difficulty of nearby hiking trails and where to go in case of emergency. • Develop an emergency plan. The NPS urges campers to develop an emergency plan, noting that it’s always wise to expect the unexpected when camping. Bring a first aid kid along when leaving the campsite to engage in activities like hiking or fishing. Go over safety protocols before going on a hike, including the need to stay together and remain on the trail at all times. More information about what to do should anyone be injured during your trip is available at www.nps.gov. • Bring the right gear. The NPS notes
Concerts in the Park
Cottage Grove’s Concerts in the Park series occurs in conjunction with the Cottage Grove Grower’s Market. Concerts run Wednesday evenings, June 23 to August 25 from 6:30-8 p.m. The series takes place at the amphitheater in Bohemia Park, a 14acre park located along 10th Street. June 23: Gabe Schliffer and the Sugar Pine String Band (Bluegrass) June 30: Men From Surf July 7: 2106 July 14: Inner Limits Band (Blues Rock) July 21: Prefect Flavor July 28: Greg Nestler (R&B Blues Rock) Aug 4: Calvary Creek (60’s and 70’s Folk) Aug 11: Annie Mae Rhodes Band Aug 18: Dusty Herd Aug 25: The United States Airforce Band
that each camping trip will have its own equipment needs, which will be dictated by the setting, the time of year of the trip, the difficulty of the terrain, and the duration of the trip. Navigational supplies, sun and insect protection, insulation (i.e., extra clothing and blankets), shelter, flashlights and headlamps, first aid kits, extra food and water, firestarters, repair kits and tools, and a communication device like a smartphone or satellite phone are the essential necessities that should be brought along on all camping trips. Camping is a great way to get away. Campers of all skill and experience levels can make the most of their trips by emphasizing safety at all times.
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Cottage Grove Speedway - 2021 Schedule
Please note that this schedule may change due to Covid restrictions. Spectators are allowed but at a limited capacity, tickets are available to purchase online or at the Speedway office. Please call Heather at 541-729-8666 for more information. 7/2/2021 FREEDOM CUP NIGHT #1 IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Limited Sprints Winged 7/3/2021 FREEDOM CUP NIGHT #2 IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Limited Sprints Winged 7/4/2021 FREEDOM CUP FINALE IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Limited Sprints Winged
7/10/2021 DRIVER APPRECIATION Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact 7/16/2021
WESTERN SPRINT TOUR SPEEDWEEK 360 Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA Sport Compact
MEMORIAL GROVE CLASSIC 360 Sprints, Late Models, Street Stocks
7/17/2021 WESTERN SPRINT TOUR SPEEDWEEK FINALE!! 360 Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, Street Stocks
8/7/2021 MARVIN SMITH MEMORIAL GROVE CLASSIC 360 Sprints, Late Models, IMCA Sport Compact
7/24/2021 LOGGER’S CUP Late Models, IMCA SportMods, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact
8/12/2021 PRACTICE - TIME TBA
7/30/2021 MARK HOWARD MEMORIAL MODIFIED NATIONALS - Hardtops IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods 7/31/2021 MARK HOWARD MEMORIAL MODIFIED NATIONALS - Senior Sprints - Hardtops IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Limited Sprints Winged 8/6/2021 MARVIN SMITH
8/13/2021 DWARF CAR NATIONALS Dwarf Cars: Western States Dwarf Car Association 8/14/2021 DWARF CAR NATIONALS Dwarf Cars: Western States Dwarf Car Association IMCA SportMods 8/17/2021 ISCS WEEK OF SPEED Dwarf Cars, Limited Sprints Winged 8/27/2021 HERZ PRECISION PARTS WINGLESS NATIONALS NIGHT #1 Wingless Sprints: WSS -
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Cottage Grove Speedway (cont.)
Wingless Sprint Series IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods
8/28/2021 HERZ PRECISION PARTS WINGLESS NATIONALS NIGHT #2 Wingless Sprints: WSS Wingless Sprint Series IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, IMCA Sport Compact 9/4/2021 ISCS KART HERO WEEKEND Late Models, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact
9/5/2021 ISCS KART HERO WEEKEND Late Models, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact 9/11/2021 9/11 REMEMBERANCE NIGHT - FIRST RESPONDERS FREE GA 360 Sprints, Street Stocks, Economy Midgets 9/17/2021 CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact
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9/18/2021 CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact 9/25/2021 TRACK PLAYDAY Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Limited Sprints Winged, IMCA Sport Compact 10/2/2021 TRASH CARS 10/3/2021 200 LAP ENDURO
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Fishing outlook
Where to find the best fishing spots around Cottage Grove and South Lane
Umpqua River Now that the water is warming up, the opportunities for catching good numbers of shad and smallmouth bass are increasing. Shad fishing is usually productive through Father’s Day and smallmouth bass fishing using a variety of lures should be good throughout the summer months. As of May 10, Spring Chinook were reported being caught in the Scottsburg to Elkton area on a regular basis, and as water temperatures approach the mid 50s, fishing should improve. Coast Fork The Coast Fork Willamette River was recently stocked with a total of 1000 hatchery trout. Bait use is allowed through Oct. 31. Trout are released into the river at several locations near town. In addition to 5 hatchery trout, two wild trout may be kept daily. Cottage Grove Pond Cottage Grove Pond in the Row River Nature Park was stocked with 2,000 fish in early April. To access this family-friendly fishery, travel east from Cottage Grove on Row River Road. Only the pond with the dock is stocked with hatchery trout. This pond also offers wildlife viewing opportunities and is open to fishing all year.
CG and Dorena Reservoir Cottage Grove Reservoir was last stocked in mid-April with 4,250 rainbow trout. This will be the last stocking until October. The reservoir is south of Cottage Grove and is open to fishing all year. Dorena Reservoir was stocked in late April with 6000 rainbow trout. The reservoir is east of Cottage Grove on Row River Road and is open to fishing all year. Both Baker Bay and Harms Park boat ramps are accessible at current reservoir levels. Suggested tactics for those seeking to land trout includes trolling spinners in the lakes, though bank fishing from shore on area lakes and streams with Berkley Powerbait or nightcrawlers also works well. The reservoir also offers terrific bird-watching opportunities, with bald eagles, various ducks, red-winged blackbirds, and other migratory songbirds frequently observed in spring. Dorena Reservoir will be stocked next in mid-October.
McKenzie River The McKenzie River below Leaburg Lake will be boat stocked from Leaburg Landing to Hendricks Bridge with a total of 6,000 hatchery trout, including 1,750 larger trout. All non-adipose fin-clipped trout must be released unharmed. Leaburg Dam is scheduled to remain open without restrictions to vehicular and pedestrian traffic until construction work on the dam resumes in June 2017. This river reach is open to retention of adipose fin-clipped steelhead and non-adipose fin-clipped steelhead greater than 24 inches in length. Gear is restricted to flies and lures, except bait use is allowed upstream of Hendricks Bridge through the end of the year. The McKenzie River above Leaburg Lake is stocked with hatchery trout from Finn Rock to Goodpasture Landing, with some summer releases from Forest Glen boat landing, from late April through mid-September. The upper McKenzie River was boat stocked from Finn Rock to Goodpasture Bridge the week of April 25 with a total of 9,250 fish. The upper McKenzie River will be truck stocked at the boat landings from Finn Rock downstream to Ben and Kay Dorris Wayside this week with a total of 1,250 fish.
City of Cottage Grove Map
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Trails and hiking
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great way to stay cool when the summer temperatures climb is to take a hike and see some of nature’s finest creations. Adams Mountain Way Length: 3.6 miles Use: hiking, mountain bike Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to Lund Park Campground. This route was used by early miners traveling from Lund Park to Bohemia City. There is an occasional view of the Cascades from the trail. Bohemia Mountain Trail Length: .8 miles Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Bohemia Saddle located on Road No. 2460 Bohemia Mountain Trail leads up a steep grade to the rocky summit of Bohemia Mountain, the highest point on the Cottage Grove Ranger District providing excellent views of the Cascades, Mt. Hood and Mt. McLaughlin. Bohemia National Recreation Length: 6.7 miles Use: hiking, horse, mountain and motor biking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 23 to Shane Saddle on Road No. 2358. This trail was built in 1864-65 as a mining route from the Oakland-Roseburg area to the Bohemia Mining District and reconstructed in 2008. Portions are designated as a historical National Recreation Trail. Brice Creek Trail Length: 5.7 miles Use: hiking, mountain biking Degree of difficulty: easy to more difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22. The east portion of the trail follows an abandoned flume built in the early 1900s to channel water to Lund Park, where electricity was produced for buildings and several mines. Crawfish Trail Length: 5.2 miles Use: hiking, mountain bike
Brice Creek Trail offers hours of hiking enjoyment in stunning terrain. Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to milepost 5.8, parking area on left. The trail forms a loop system with Adams Mountain Way and Knott trails, traveling through timber and reforested lands. Crawfish Lake Trail Length: .5miles Use: Hiking Degree of difficulty: Easy Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to Road 2263717, right on 2263-834 A short, fairly flat grade trail travel through the forest to a small, tranquil lake and trail shelter Fairview Creek Trail Length: 3.0 miles Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Mineral Camp on Road No. 2460.
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The trail parallels Fairview Creek, traveling through old-growth forests, steep rock walls and cascading streams. Hardesty Way Length: 2.2 miles Use: hiking, mountain biking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1758 to Sawtooth Trail. The original “way” trail has been abandoned but now the first 1.2 miles follows a gentle grade of a closed spur road offering an excellent mountain bike ride. Knott Trail Length: 4.8 miles Use: hiking, mountain & motor biking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 2241-760 to Road No. 2263763. This trail was built in 1871 by John Knott to haul mining equipment to Bohemia Mines. Marten Flume Trail Length: .75 miles Use: Hiking Degree of difficulty: More Difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to Lund Park Campground. Trail follows a historic route used to bring water via a 3-sided wooden flume to a holding tank on the south side of Lund Park. Martin Sharps Trail Length: .75 miles Use: Hiking Degree of difficulty: More Difficult Trailhead: Sharps Creek Road No. 2400 to Martin Creek Road #23 Enjoy a shaded streamside picnic site with picnic table built by modern day Conservation Corps at the end of this ¾ mile trail. Mount June Length: 1.1 miles Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1721-941. Mount June was once the site of a 50’ pole platform fire lookout station, circa 1920’s, later replaced by a 50’ wooden tower and cabin quarters. Noonday Length: 6.9 miles Use: all; recommend one-way up for small four-
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wheel-drive vehicles Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: East Brice/Champion Creek Trailhead. Brice Creek Road to Champion Creek Road No. 2473. The Noonday Trail was originally constructed in 1896 as a wagon road for hauling supplies and equipment into the Bohemia Mining District. Sawtooth Length: 4.0 miles Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 5840-550 to Mount June Trail. This trail is located within the semi-primitive non-motorized recreation area of Hardesty Mountain. Swordfern Length: 2.1 miles Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1700-420, Rujada Campground picnic area. This trail travels through a beautiful stand of second growth Douglas fir and lush swordfern understory.
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Camping
refer sleeping under the stars? Instead of staying indoors, try one of the many RV parks and campgrounds in and around Cottage Grove, most of which open Memorial Day weekend. Prime locations are found within the Cottage Grove Ranger District of the Umpqua National Forest, located east of Cottage Grove. The district has five regular campgrounds and eight less-developed camping areas. They can all be reached by taking the Cottage Grove/Dorena exit from Interstate 5. From there, follow the signs past Dorena Lake to:
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Besides camping and swimming opportunities, Baker Bay offers access to Dorena Reservoir for unparalleled boating opportunities.
Hobo Camp Hobo Camp contains five campsites, along with vault toilets, picnic tables and fire rings. It also offers flat ground for two to four trailers or RVs. No fees. No garbage service. Cedar Creek Cedar Creek has 10 campsites, including one large multi family site. All have picnic tables, fire pits, three wastewater sumps, toilets and tent pads, garbage service, along with room for trailers or RVs. Fee is $8 per night, with a $5 extra vehicle fee. Lund Park Lund Park has 10 campsites, with room for two combination tents and trailers. Two vault toilets are also on site, along with picnic tables, garbage service and fire pits. Fee is $8 per night, with a $5 extra vehicle fee. Mineral Camp Mineral Camp has three campsites with wooden tables, fire pits and a vault toilet. No fees. No garbage service. Rujada Campground Rujada Campground has 15 campsites with wooden tables and tent pads, four wastewater sumps, along with 12 combination tent/auto/trailer sites, three combination multi-family sites and seven
picnic sites. It has flush toilets and vault toilet, running water and a campground host. $12 charge per day with a $5 extra vehicle fee. Some sites, both camping and day use can be reserved at www.recreation.gov. Other smaller, less developed camping areas in the district include Boy Scout Camp, Brice Creek Area, Crawfish Lake, Emerald Pool, Gleason’s Cabin, Saddle Camp Shelter and Twin Rocks Shelter. In addition, campsites are available at Cottage Grove and Dorena Lakes. Some individual campsites are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pine Meadows Campground Pine Meadows, on the east side of Cottage Grove Lake, has restrooms, showers, drinking water, playground, swimming area, and campsites that can accommodate RVs (no hookups). The campground will close Sept. 12. There is a $14 to $20 charge per night, with $6 per night for each additional vehicle. All sites reservable. Primitive Campground Primitive Campground is between Pine Meadows and Wilson Creek Park at Cottage Grove Lake. It has a vault toilet, drinking water, and campsites that can accommodate RV’s (no hookups). The campground closes Sept. 5. There is a $12 charge per night, with $6 per night for each additional vehicle. All sites reservable. No flush toilets or showers.
Baker Bay Park Baker Bay, on the south side of Dorena Lake, has restrooms, paddle boats and motor boats for rent, showers, picnicking, swimming area, boat ramp, campsites and RV sites, but no utilities. Camping fees apply; $6.50 for extra vehicle. For more information, call 942-7669. Under new management. Schwarz Park Schwarz Park is at the base of Dorena Dam on the bank of the Row River. It has restrooms, showers, drinking water, playground, river access for fishing, and campsites that can accommodate RVs (no hookups). The campground will close Sept. 12. For family campsites, there is an $20 per night, per site; $6 per day, per extra vehicle; $40 for double sites. Additionally, Schwarz has six group campsites. Fees: $150 per night; up to 25 vehicles per group at any one time, up to 15 of which can be camper units. Sharps Creek Recreation Site The recreation site is nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, 18 miles southeast of Cottage Grove. It consists of an small family campground and day-use area that boasts a beautiful, naturally-formed swimming hole located at the base of an overlook developed for picnicking. There is an $8 fee per night; any additional vehicle/site will result in an extra $5 fee. Visitation to the day use area is free of charge. Maximum RV length is 30 feet.
RV hook-ups
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Village Green 725 Row River Road 541-942-2491 The Village Green has 20 spaces for motor homes and trailers, complete with hookups to electricity, sewer, water and cable television, as well as a laundry facility. Seasonal swimming pool and spa are open to RVers. Rates begin at $30 plus tax. Restaurant and lounge also open. Cottage Grove RV Village 77440 Highway 99S 541-767-0068 The village has 19 RV spaces, 15 are full hook-ups and the other four have water and electric only. A laundromat is on site as well as bathroom facilities with showers. Call for rates. Pass Creek Park 201 Curtin Park Road 541-942-3281 The park has 30 full hook-ups, which include water, sewer and electricity. Cable is not available. Bathroom facility offers showers, bathrooms and a laundry room. Rates are $25 a day (Sun-Thurs) for RV full hook-up sites $29 (Fri & Sat. Also 10-15 tent sites are available at $17 (Sun-Thurs) a night $19 (Fri & Sat).
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Fish for catching, birds for watching
Rising temperatures in the springtime bring Oregon’s fishing enthusiasts out to try their luck on area waterways, and the promise of stunning scenery and plenty of action makes this part of the world a fisherman’s paradise! Likewise, the area’s birds can make the day of any birdwatcher or enthusiast.
Mallards
Meadowlark
Rainbow trout
Red-breasted Nuthatch
American gold finch For more on where to fish in South Lane County, please see page 16. Large mouth bass
Photos provided by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Waterfalls Spirit Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.35 mile Rating: Difficult Aptly named, this 60-foot waterfall somehow seems surreal, with water from Alex Creek rushing through moss-covered bedrock. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn left on Layng Creek Road (#17), traveling 9.0 miles to gravel Road #1790. Turn right and continue 0.1 mile to Spirit Falls Trailhead. Moon Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.5 mile Rating: Easy This spectacular 125-foot waterfall ranges from a plunging torrent during the spring rains to a lacy cascade in the summer. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn left on Layng Creek Road (#17), traveling 9.0 miles to gravel Road #1790. Turn right and continue 0.3 mile to Road #1702. Turn left, traveling 2.8 miles to Road 1702-728. Follow Road 1701-728 for 0.3 mile before turning left on Road 1702-203. Continue 0.1 mile to trailhead. Moon Falls Trail #1423 leads to the base of the falls.
Brice Creek Falls Type of Falls: Punchbowl and Cascade Trail Length: 0.3 mile Rating: Easy The Brice Creek corridor is a scenic, rocky canyon with numerous small waterfalls and pools in the creek. One area along Brice Creek includes several small falls that share the same plunge pool. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#22470/22). Turn right on Brice Creek Road and continue 4.7 miles on Road 22 to Cedar Creek Campground. Follow the Brice Creek Trail #1403 up-stream to numerous small waterfalls. Trestle Creek Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.6 mile Rating: Moderate Enjoy this scenic 60-foot waterfall nestled in a moss-covered rock grotto surrounded by a towering old-growth forest. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn right on Brice Creek Road, traveling 8.3 miles. Park at Brice/Champion Creek Trailhead just before the bridge. Cross bridge to Brice Creek Trail #1403, hiking 0.4 mile to Trestle Creek Falls Trail #1403C. Continue for 0.25 mile to falls. Upper Trestle Creek Falls Type of Falls: Tiered Trail Length: 2.6 miles (loop) Rating: Difficult Take this unique opportunity to walk behind a 65-foot tiered waterfall. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on
Row River Road 19.4 miles to 25 junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Continue straight on Brice Creek Road, traveling 8.3 miles to the Brice/Champion Creek Trailhead just before the bridge. There is parking and a vault toilet at this location. Walk across the bridge, pass Brice Creek Trailhead and continue 50 feet to Upper Trestle Creek Trailhead. Pinard Falls Type of Falls: Tiered Trail Length: 0.6 mile Rating: Difficult The trail goes downslope 0.6 miles to a viewpoint and resting bench that offers a beautiful view of the 105-foot waterfall. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (2470/22). Turn left on Layng Creek Road (#17), travelling 9.0 miles to gravel road #1790. Turn right and continue 3.6 miles to Pinard Falls Trailhead. Parker Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.8 mile Rating: Difficult Following parts of an old trail used by early rangers, this narrow, rocky, main trail leads to the Lower (35-foot) and Upper Parker (40-foot) waterfalls. Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn right on Brice Creek Road (#2470/22), traveling 10.8 miles to turnout at west end of bridge crossing Brice Creek. Hike on Trail #1415 0.5 mile to lower falls, 0.8 mile to upper falls.
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Golf
Middlefield Golf Course 91 Village Drive Phone: (541) 942-8730 www.middlefieldgolf.com The purchase of Middlefield Golf Course by the City of Cottage Grove in December of 2006 made the course the only municipal course in South Lane County. Middlefield greets visitors to Cottage Grove coming from the north as it sits on both sides of Interstate 5 just north of Exit 174. A par-67 course, it totals 5,000 yards. The course has a lone par-5 hole, No. 15, which is a 492-yard dog leg. Middlefield also has men’s and women’s clubs, as well as a pro shop, concessions and a Golf Simulator. The course is also open to tournament bookings through the summer. Call the course for more information. The prices are: Summer Fees: (March-October) Weekend rates for Adults: 9 holes-$18 18 holes$28 Weekday rates: 9 holes:-$16 18 holes:-$25 Senior and college students: 9 holes:-$14 18 holes-$20 Juniors (17 and under) 9 holes:-$8 18 holes:-$12 Twilight rates Weekday: 9 holes$12, 18 holes -$20, Senior 18 holes-$18. Hidden Valley Golf Course 775 N. River Road Phone: (541)942-3046 playhiddenvalleygolf.com Located at the foot of Mount David, Hidden Valley Golf course is home to gigantic old oak trees and bounded by Bennett Creek and coastal Willamette rivers. The course is charming, peaceful and secluded, but with two par fives in the first four holes, it’s also a challenge. The atmosphere at Hidden Valley is relaxed and friendly with Dan Nord, the course’s owner, who has been running the operation for the past 10 years. Hidden Valley was established in 1929 and is one of the oldest courses in Oregon. It is also known for its exceptional value with the following green fees: Weekdays $14 for 9, $20 for 18, Students and seniors: $12 for 9 and $18 for 18. Anyday after 3pm the cart price for 2 is $35 for 9 and $50 for 18. Twillight Special - All green fees after 2pm, weekends $10.00 for 9, $15.00 for 18. Ask about
Golf courses in the southern Willamette Valley are known for their beauty and greenery.
punch card special. Above the pro shop is a restaurant and banquet facility with a beautiful largewindowed view from the dining area and a deck overlooking the course and nearby pond. It’s a great place for receptions, private parties and meetings for up to 125 people. Emerald Valley Golf Club 83301 Dale Kuni Road Creswell Phone: (541) 895-2174 www.emeraldvalleygolfandresort.com One of the nicest courses in Lane County, Positioned on 170 acres, Emerald Valley Golf Course is one of the Willamette Valley’s premier championship public golf courses. The golf course is nestled by the gently flowing coast fork of the Willamette River. It is known for its tree-lined fairways, fast-consistent greens and tournament quality course conditions year round. A championship-length course measured at 7148 total yards, it plays to a par 72 for men and par 73 for women. The 14th hole, a 438-yard par 4, is Emerald Valley’s toughest. Weekdays: 18 holes-$45, 9 Holes,-$24, Senior/ Student:-$40, Twilight -$30, Junior:-$20, Cart-18: $30, Cart-9: $20 Weekend:18 Holes-$45 9 Holes:-$25 Senior/ Student-$40 Twilight $30, Junior: $20. Cart for18-$32, Cart for 9-$16. Emerald Valley offers various memberships, as well as summer program for junior golfers.
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More to do Bowling The Cottage Bowl 541-767-BOWL (2695), The Cottage Bowl at 740 Row River Rd, features a bowling center, restaurant, bumper bowling, cosmic bowling, group parties, league and youth bowling, pro shop, arcade and video poker. Call for hours. Swimming Warren H. Daugherty Aquatic Center 1440 S. Eighth St. Phone: 541-942-5533 Year-round indoor swimming pool at the old high school. Depth ranges from 3 to 10 feet and features include two one-meter diving boards. The pool offers times for open swims, family swims, lap swims and summer classes, as well as a swim team and water polo. Call for available times and fees. Sharp’s Creek swimming hole Deep pools of cold, clear water and great rocks beckon divers of all skill levels. To reach the hole, follow Row River Road above Dorena to Sharp’s Creek Road and turn right. The recreation area is several miles down on the left. Tarzan’s hole To reach the popular swimming site known as Tarzan’s hole, follow Main Street to Mosby Creek Road, and continue straight on Blue Mtn. School Rd. for a total of six and a half miles from town. It’s on the left. Tennis Coiner Park Tennis Courts Phone: 541-942-3349 Keys for accessing the courts on the east side of the park are available through the city Public Works department at City Hall. Keyholders must be at least age 14. Trap/skeet shooting Cottage Grove/Eugene Sportsmen’s Club 81078 Pacific Highway, between Cottage
Grove and Creswell Phone: 541-942-2021 Shoot trap, skeet targets or an 11-stand sporting clay course. Summer hours are 1-8 p.m. each Tuesday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. See website for prices: www.cottagegrovegunclub.com. Disc Golf The North Regional Disc Golf Course is located near Cottage Grove Speedway and Middlefield Golf Course. The course features 18 par-three holes and draws visitors from other communities to Cottage Grove during the warmer months. The course is described as “moderately hilly and moderately wooded.” It starts just south of the waste water treatment plant on North Douglas Road, then runs east, abutting the Cottage Grove Connector and Interstate 5. More information can be obtained by emailing communityservices@cottagegrove. org.
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Farmer’s Markets
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he South Valley Growers Market will begin its 2021 season during this summer. The market will be held at the corner of 7th and Main streets across from AllAmerica City Square in downtown Cottage Grove on Saturdays from 11a.m.-3p.m. Local vendors will offer seasonally fresh produce, plants, starts, crafts, prepared food and refreshments in an open-air market atmosphere that welcomes all ages. In addition, the market will begin accepting SNAPS benefits.
The South Valley Growers Market will operate for the 2021 season at the corner of 7th and Main streets downtown from 4-7 p.m. Saturdays.
In addition to the Grower’s Market, local growers selling fresh picked produce include: Cottage Grove Grower’s Market 10th and Washington Streets, open 10am6pm Monday-Saturday. Eden Valley Farm Picked berries, 541-942-2216, 77698 Mosby Creek Road, four miles east of town, Mondays-Saturdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Patton’s Country Gardens 541-942-7672, 80432 Delight Valley Road Tuesdays-Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sundays, 12-5 p.m. Closed Mondays.
Shady Oaks 541-942-5004, 77380 Highway 99 S. Open daily at 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, noon to 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Ziniker Orchard 541-895-5180, 33912 Ziniker Lane, Creswell. Open Tuesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed Monday. South Valley Growers Market 2021 season Saturdays 11am-3pm 7th & Main, Downtown Cottage Grove May 2nd thru Oct. 31st
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Dine and Stay in South Lane County Delicatessens CG’s Deli 605 S. Fifth St. (541) 767-0255 Jasper’s Deli 166 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7156 Lucky 7’s Deli 354 Hwy. 99S (541) 767-3338
Starbucks Inside Safeway The Espresso Bar’n 1551 E. Main St. (541) 942-2926
Fast Food Arby’s 810 Row River Rd. (541) 942-9228
Coffee Shop
Burger King 1275 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-8153
BaDooBaz 1040 Lord Ave. (541) 337-3250
Carl’s Jr. Restaurant 1565 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-8280
Bean Hopper 274 E Oregon Ave Creswell (541) 895-8905
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 714 Hwy 99S (541) 942-2916
Dutch Bros Coffee 1534 N. Gateway Blvd. Cottage Grove
Dairy Queen Grill & Chill 70 Emerald Parkway Creswell (541) 895-3051
Gold Rush Espresso 185 Thornton Road (541) 942-7874 Hot Shots Coffee 375 E Oregon Ave, Creswell (541) 895-9140 Neighbor’s Choice Espresso 803 Hwy. 99 Rally Coffee Roasters 1220 E. Main St. (541) 942-3810
Jack in the Box 1525 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7010 Kentucky Fried Chicken 1530 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7505 McDonald’s 1520 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-0024 Subway 1594 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-1931
Subway 164 Melton Rd, Creswell (541) 895-3953
Buster’s Main St Cafe 811 E. Main St., Suite G (541) 942-8363
Food Trucks
Chalerm Thai Cuisine 2715 Row River Rd. (541) 942-8851
Bat Cat Wings 926 E. Main (541) 606-3561 BGQ’s Doner Kebab 34 S. 10th (541) 505-4347 El Rincon del Taco Food Truck 670 ROw RIver Rd Cottage Grove (541) 649-1766 Grill & Chill 10th & Washington (541) 968-1134 Red Fox Grill 899 E. Whiteaker Ave Cottage Grove (541) 579-4863 Taqueria La Cabana Mexican Food 34 S. 10th Cottage Grove (541) 501-2147
Restaurants Blue Valley Bistro 116 Melton Rd. Creswell (541) 895-8860 Big Stuff Barbecue 733 Main St. (541) 942-3999 Bonanza 505 Highway 99S (541) 942-4188
Creswell Bakery 182 S 2nd St, Creswell (541) 895-5885 Dak Thai Cuisine 2 W. Oregon Ave. Creswell (541) 516-9297 El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant 725 Gibbs (541) 767-0457 Jack Sprats 510 E. Main St. (541) 942-8408 Koffee Kup 1241 Hwy 99N (541) 942-7710 Los Cabos Mexican Restaurant 106 W Oregon Ave Creswell (541) 895-5131 Pazzo 44 W. Oregon Ave. Creswell (541) 658-5544 Pink House 1408 E. Main St. (541) 942-0533
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Dine and Stay in South Lane County
Sol Azteca Mexican Restaurant 3015 Row River Rd, Cottage Grove (541) 942-9444 Spice of India 945 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-4142 Stacy’s Covered Bridge Restaurant 401 E. Main St. (541) 767-0320 Szechwan Chinese 1140 Hwy. 99N (541) 942-9338 T J’s Family Restaurant & Lounge 365 E Oregon Ave Creswell (541) 895-3109 Torero’s Family Mexican Restaurant 1205 Hwy 99N (541) 942-1155 Urban Kitchen 1127 E. Main (541) 942-7544 Vintage Inn Restaurant 1590 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-7144 Seasons at the Green Restaurant & Fireside Lounge at the Village Green Resort and Gardens 725 Row River Rd. (541) 942-2491
Pizza
Taverns
Bartolotti’s Pizza & Pasta 603 E. Main St Cottage Grove (541) 649-1378 Domino’s Pizza 225 N 14th St. (541) 942-1100
Bohemia Tavern 48 N. 9th St. (541) 942-0620
Figaros Pizza 167 E Oregon Ave Creswell (541) 895-5205 Little Caesar’s Pizza 24 N. Ninth St. (541) 942-2551 My Boys Pizza LLC 96 N Mill St Creswell (541) 895-4505 Papa Murphy’s 154 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-0892 Pinocchio’s Pizza 1795 E. Main St. (541) 942-5531
Pub/Brew Axe & Fiddle 657 E Main St (541) 942-5942 Coast Fork Brewstation 106 6th Street (541)942-8770 Covered Bridge Brewing Goup 926 E. Main St. (541) 649-1419
City Center Motel of Cottage Grove 737 Highway 99S (541) 942-8322
Grove Tavern & Café 521 Main St. (541) 942-5152
Cottage Grove Inn 845 Gateway Blvd.
Great Western Pub 802 E. WhiteakerAve. (541) 942-5295
Comfort Inn Suites 247 Melton Rd Creswell (541) 895-4025
Round Up Tavern 13 N Front St, Creswell (541) 892-2002
Bed & Breakfasts Bed & Breakfast Association (541)942-2049 Big K Guest Ranch 20029 Highway 138 W., Elkton (800) 390-2445 Lily of the Field 35722 Ross Lane (541)942-2049 Carousel House 78215 S Cedar Park Road (541) 942-0046 The Gray Cat Inn 337 N. 9th St. (541) 942-1900
Motels/Hotels
Best Western Cottage Grove Inn 1601 Gateway Blvd. (541) 942-1000
(541) 942-9747
Relax Inn 1030 Highway 99N Cottage Grove (541) 942-5132 Village Green Resort 725 Row River Road (541) 942-2491
RV Facilities Cottage Grove RV Village 77440 Highway 99S (541) 767-0068 Pass Creek Park 201 Curtin Park Road (541) 942-3281 Village Green RV Park 725 Row River Road (541) 942-2491
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