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The 7 Best Outdoor Activities in Vancouver, Washington (WA)
Steeped in history, Vancouver is the oldest city in Washington. Once the largest western outpost of the British Hudson's Bay Company, where supplies and food were bartered in the 1800s, it was closed in 1860 as Americans took over commerce. The outpost was later recreated as the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. For more history, check out the Pearson Air Field, the oldest operating airfield in the West, where vintage aircraft are displayed at the Pearson Air Museum. If adventure is your bag, Vancouver is the perfect base for day trips to the Columbia River Gorge, the breathtakingly beautiful 70-mile river stretch that cuts through the Cascade Mountains, or Mount St. Helens, the site of the famous volcano, both of which offer a slew of outdoor activities. For calmer pastimes, cruise the picturesque river in the Columbia Gorge riverboat, or visit Beacon Rock, the world's second largest monolith, where a walking trail leads to spectacular panoramic views.
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1. Waterfront Renaissance Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 178 reviews
Reviewed By casabear - Burney, United States
We walked along this trail for about an hour and it began to rain. We had our dogs with us and it was so beautiful. There is so much to enjoy and lots of things for the dogs to snif. There are no restrooms that I could see, however, and that would have been nice. I would go again!
2. Columbia Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Located on 100 acres of urban natural area within the city of Vancouver, Washington, Columbia Springs offers easy to navigate hiking trails, picnic areas, historical displays, Compost Demo Site, Sustainability Demo Site, Fish-Rearing ponds, Fish-Feeding pond, and nature viewing decks. In addition, Columbia Springs offers a number of annual environmental education events for children and adults.
3. Wintler Community Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 19 reviews
Situated on the bank of the Columbia River, this 12.5-acre beach park has picnic tables, access to the Waterfront Renaissance Trail, restrooms (April-October) and fantastic view of the Columbia River and Mt. Hood. Vehicle fees are collected for use of the parking lot from Memorial Day through Labor Day. $5 per vehicle or $3 per motorcycle.
4. Firstenburg Community Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
Firstenburg Community Center is home to an aquatic playground featuring a lazy river, 3,000 gallon spa, 3-lane lap pool, and 130ft slide. The Fitness Center is located on the top floor with floor-to-ceiling views of the surrounding woods. An indoor track on the top floor is open the to two-court gymnasium below. A game room offers foosball, ping pong, and pool tables. Multiple event venues spaces can accommodate anything from a small birthday party for 10 people to a wedding for up to 200 people.
5. Angel De La Paz Massage Therapy
My mission is to provide the highest quality compassion and nourishment through massage therapy to clients invested in their personal wellbeing. This is done in a safe, sacred space that facilitates deep relaxation and rejuvenation where each client feels heard, cared for, and leaves with a deeper understanding of their body.
6. Erik's World-Class Fishing Adventures LLC
Overall Ratings
2.0 based on 2 reviews
