Not to be confused with its British Columbia namesake, Vancouver, Washington is south of Tacoma, just north of Portland. The waterfront city is located at the north shore of the Columbia River and offers history, culture, outdoor recreation, charming shops and a lively craft beer scene. Historic sites date back to the settlement of Fort Vancouver and the Native American fur trade. The Clark County Historical Museum gives an overview of the area’s past. Arts include the Vancouver Orchestra, a summer concert series at Esther Short Park, and June’s Recycled Art Festival. Vancouver is home to over 190 parks and the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, for no shortage of outdoor enjoyment.

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