Alton Baker Park · Running route
Pre's Trail Running Route
- Distance
- 4.0 mi
- Route
- All three loops
- Area
- Alton Baker Park
Run it, connect Strava or upload your run — your medal unlocks automatically. Free.
Pre's Trail is a pilgrimage for runners: about 4 miles of soft bark-chip trails in Alton Baker Park, inspired by the legendary distance runner Steve Prefontaine, along the Willamette River.
The route
- Distance: 4.0 miles combining the three loops (1.4 + 0.6 + 1.6 mi).
- Terrain: soft wood-chip trail, flat.
- Extend it: connect to the river paths.
Tips
- The soft surface is easy on your legs — great for recovery runs.
- Eugene is TrackTown USA — you will see fast runners.
- Rainy days make it extra quiet.
How to unlock the Pre's Trail medal
- Run the route above — any pace counts, walk breaks included.
- Copy your Strava activity link (or a link to a screenshot of your watch or phone).
- Submit it on the Park Mile Passport page. Once approved, the Pre's Trail medal unlocks in your passport. It's free.
Running with a crew? Join the Park Mile club on Strava and share your park runs.
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