Are you eager to pump up your heart rate while exploring a quaint and friendly locale thats steeped in history? Then pack your bags and head straight for Albany, Oregon! Nestled between the Willamette River and the Cascade Mountains, this charming city boasts numerous scenic trails, parks, waterways, gyms, studios, sports clubs and outdoor adventure hubs where you can burn off calories while soaking up some fresh air. Here are just a few of the top places that offer an invigorating workout with a side of local flavor:
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Bring out your inner child at one of Albanys many inviting green spaces dotted throughout town. Monteith Park (489 NW Water Ave) is not only the oldest park in Oregon but also boasts walking paths around two bodies of water encompassing over eight acres along with shaded picnic areas.
2. Hiking Trails
Rise above it all by embarking on one or more hikes either closeby or farther away like Abiqua Falls Trailhead (Even though it is almost 25 miles out from downtown Albany).
3. Sports Clubs
For those who thrive on healthy competition consider joining CrossFit gym The Lab Fitness Club (1215 SE Lyon St.), aerobic studio Comfort Zone Studio & Fitness Center(310 Ellsworth St SW), or oneofakind experience playing futsal at Ftbol Indoor Soccer Arena(Clinton Street Southwest).
4. Gyms
If indoor cardio sounds like your thing then gold standard Anytime Fitness has two locations easily accessible in WestAlbany(Waverly Drive Southeast)and EastAlbany(East Pointe Dr NE).
With such vast array of options scattered throughout Albany visitors may find themselves splitting time equally between mild jaunts within Walking Eagle Natural Area (701 XL DR SW) to cooling down while trying to outpace the other on indoor bikes at The Lab. No matter your preference Albany offers both a rich history and an endless supply of ways to get your heart rate going.
Albanys unique attractions steal the show, specifically for those interested in local history or car enthusiasts who can peruse historic displays at Monteith House (518 2nd Ave SW) and Albany Regional Museum(136 Lyon St S)or see classic cars on display as well as parades in downtown with CruiseIn Car Show & Summerfest held every year(Held early June).
In sum, whether youre looking for a leisurely stroll or a lungbusting workout that takes advantage of Albanys natural beauty, youll find plenty of options here to keep you moving and discovering new aspects of this charming town.
Websites:
Monteith Park: https://www.cityofalbany.net/departments/parksandrecreation/parks/monteithriverpark
The Lab Fitness Club: https://thelabfitnessclub.com/
Comfort Zone Studio & Fitness Center: http://czstudioandfitnesscenter.com/
Ftbol Indoor Soccer Arena: http://futbolindoorsoccer.com/
Anytime Fitness WestAlbany: https://www.anytimefitness.com/gyms/2658/albanyor97321/
Anytime Fitness EastAlbany:(https://www.anytimefitness.com/gyms/2992/albanyor)
Walking Eagle Natural Area : https://theintertwine.org/explore/place/walkingeaglenaturalarea
Monteith House : (https:/historicalbnb.secureserversites.net/monteithhouse/)
Albany Regional Museum : http:/armuseum.com/)
CruiseIn Car Show & Summerfest :(http:/downtownalbany.org/events/cruisecarshowandsummerfest)
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