Metropolitan Planning Organization
859 Willamette St.
Suite 500
Eugene, OR 97401
Ph: 541-682-4405
Fx: 541-682-4099
Email: mpo@lcog.org
Walking is the simplest and least expensive mode of transportation. It’s easy and invigorating and you don’t have to drive in traffic, look for a parking space, or pay for parking. Walking provides all the health benefits of exercise while allowing you to experience the sights, sounds, and smells that you would miss in a car. Interested in seeing all the local businesses, entertainment and services within walking distance of your home? Get your Walk Score.
If your destination seems too far to commute on foot, you can still take advantage of the benefits of walking in the following ways:
Central Lane MPO partners, including the Cities of Eugene, Springfield and Coburg, Lane County, and Lane Transit District, coordinate transportation planning efforts to improve safety for people walking and build roadways for all forms of transportation.
Walking groups provide a fun and social way to stay healthy! Some local walking groups include: