In Vancouver WA, there is a market for almost every neighborhood to stroll through for fresh, local produce and handmade trinkets. In addition to the nationally recognized Vancouver Farmers Market, which continues to amaze visitors on weekends, neighborhood markets attract mid-week shoppers and…
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Bring color into your life with these must-see spots in and around Vancouver WA with the best floral views. From relaxing lilac gardens to fields of bright tulips, the spring season is evident on this lively Flower Power Tour with some of the best places to see flowers. Holland America Flower…
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Photo from Christmas Ships Parade Website For more than 65 years, local Vancouverites have looked forward to the fleet of Christmas Ships that cruise by on the Columbia River in December. The longtime tradition started in 1954 with a single sailboat adorned with a wreath and now attracts eager…
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Photo by Studio Signs Inc. Whether you are walking from your parking spot to a downtown restaurant or shopping in Uptown Village, it’s difficult not to see the artful beauty portrayed on the walls of Vancouver. Since 2004, the Clark County Mural Society has been on a mission to transform public…
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With smaller crowds, cooler weather, and beautiful scenery, autumn in the Pacific Northwest is one of the best times of year to hit the trail. Soak in the fall foliage on these hikes near Vancouver WA for maximum seasonal enjoyment. Silver Star Mountain The trailhead is about 40 miles northeast of…
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Red and yellow leaf hunting is a favorite autumn pastime. The drive is scenic, the walk is crisp, and it may end in the perfect Instagram photo. We entered the visual social media world to inspire your next adventure for fall foliage. So grab a warm drink and head out to Vancouver WA’s most colorful…
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There's something spooky and fun for everyone this fall. From pumpkin patches and haunted houses to fun family festivities and thrilling experiences to get you in the spooky spirit before All Hallows’ Eve arrives. Check out some of the best events and things to do this autumn in and around…
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Photo by Stuart Mullenberg Conjuring up images of the Pacific Northwest and nestled among the mist-shrouded forests, snowy mountain tops, and winding backroads, you’ll uncover the distinctive pattern of Pendleton blankets, dyed-in-the-wool for more than a century. The Oregon-based company has…
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Summer is made for finding the perfect swimming hole, followed by a sweet treat to round out the adventure. Explore these swimmable bodies of water* around Vancouver for a refreshing dip. Moulton Falls A popular summer hangout, Moulton Falls offers deep pools and rock cliffs to safely jump from…
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If you know Vancouver, Washington (no, not the Canadian city that was incorporated 29 years after and named after the same sea captain) then you're likely aware that our city’s roots run deep at Fort Vancouver. While the Fort is perhaps the most obvious site to discover Vancouver’s history (and well…
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