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Skip Traffic & Walk There!

Walking is a healthy and environmentally friendly way to get around for shorter trips. If walking is an option for you, check out the resources below and start enjoying the many benefits of walking, including:

Reduced stress: Walking, like any form of exercise, can have great impacts on your levels of stress and is a great way to get outside in sunlight!
Improved health: The American Heart Association reports that walking can lower cholesterol, improve bone density, prevent weight gain, and increase your energy. They recommend about 30 minutes of walking a day.
Money saved: Walking is a great way to cut down on the costs regularly associated with driving. No need to pay for parking or gas! Use Get There Connect to log your walks for commuting, errands and more to see how much money you’re saving!
A better environment: Walking emits ZERO CO2, reducing your carbon footprint.

Tips & Best Practices for Walking

How to dress for (walking!) success

Wear comfortable shoes for walking and pack your dress shoes or store them at your office if needed.
See and be seen. Wear bright clothes and reflectors on your bags or clothes. Pack a flashlight or blinking light for dark areas.
Check the weather forecast the night before to figure out what to wear and what to bring.

What do I need to know about pedestrian safety?

When crossing unmarked crosswalks, make eye contact to be sure drivers see you. In Oregon, every intersection is a crosswalk and it is the law that cars stop for you but make sure they notice you before stepping into the street.
Use sidewalks and trails where possible. If no sidewalks are available, walk facing road traffic so your eyes and ears can help you know what’s coming.
Learn more about your rights as a pedestrian in Oregon with ODOT’s A Legal Guide for Persons on Foot.
Need more help finding a route? Email us at [email protected] and we’ll help get you on your way.
Once you identify your route, consider testing it out on a weekend so that you can get comfortable and gauge how long it will take with no time constraints.

How do I plan my walking route?

Get There Connect – Our free app and web tool will help you find a suggested walking route, transit connections and more. You can even post or search for a “walkpool” to find other people to walk with.
Google Maps – Great for finding a quick walking route to your destination.
Once you’ve mapped a walking route, you might want to try it out on a weekend to familiarize yourself with the route, decide if you want to make any changes, and get a travel time estimate for your workday.

Local Walking Resources

Explore local resources and services in your area for walking to work, running errands, or for recreation. If your community is not listed, reach out to your Regional Partner to get assistance in finding local resources.