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Beautiful Vancouver is one of the oldest cities in Washington State, dating back to the early 1800's, and it has a treat in store for all nature lovers (video) and anyone interested in pioneer history. Vancouver has no shortage of green spaces and the Waterfront Renaissance Trail, which runs for 5 miles along the banks of the Columbia River linking Wintler Park with downtown Ester Short Park, is a great place for strolling, jogging, skating and cycling. Other popular outdoor attractions you can visit include Vancouver Lake Park where you can canoe, kayak or windsurf, and enjoy picnics and a children's play area, and Salmon Creek Regional Park, which has a sandy beach, a roped swimming area and a children's playground.
Among the top Vancouver attractions, you can visit the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, which encompasses the reconstructed Fort Vancouver, the US Army's Vancouver Barracks and the Pearson Air Museum to learn about the origins of the city. Historic Officer's Row comprises 22 fully restored beautiful historic buildings that once housed the US Army officers, featuring beautiful architecture dating back to the 1800's. Other interesting attractions you can visit include the Clark County Historical Museum, the Water Resources Education Center, the Cathlepotle Plank House and the weekend Farmer's Market in Ester Short Park where over 250 local producers will temp your taste buds. Don't miss the 4 Days of Aloha festival from July 24 - 27, 2025.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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