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Hike to Warrior Rock Lighthouse

Portland, Oregon

4.0

6 mi / 100 ft gain

This is a perfect easy hike close to Portland on Sauvie Island that offers more than just a walk through a forest. At the end of the 3 mile trail is a long secluded beach and the Warrior Rock Lighthouse. This has become one of my favorite go-to runs on a summer weeknight evening or for a quieter place to spend lounging on a summer weekend. Dogs are allowed on leash. Like most of Sauvie Island, ...

McCormick Park Nature Path

St. Helens, Oregon

2.34 mi / 210 ft gain

Hike Whipple Creek

Ridgefield, Washington

3 mi / 200 ft gain

Each trail is well maintained and easy to navigate through the area. All trails are either packed dirt or gravel depending on which trail you’re on. The Douglas-firs, hemlocks, ferns, Oregon grape and many other native tree and plant varieties grow in the area that make the area abound with wildlife. There is minimal elevation gain on all of the trails, making it a perfect family outing! While...

Whipple Creek Park Loop Trail

Ridgefield, Washington

2.05 mi / 190 ft gain

Kayak Vancouver Lake

Vancouver, Washington

This is a lovely shallow lake for kayaking with spectacular views of Mt Hood and Mt St. Helens on clear days. It’s an ideal spot for beginners to learn water sports including, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and swimming. There is a beach and park available for those afternoon picnics and naps too! There is also a professional rowing club that holds competitions on the lake, so plan ahead...

Explore the Cedar Grist Mill

Woodland, Washington

3.6

After parking in the lot near the mill, walk across the bridge. This is the first good viewpoint for photography. Next, I recommend walking under the bridge, this is my favorite spot for taking photos. The whole area is free to walk around, you can even walk in the mill and then walk up stream down the side. Feel free to adventure and take pictures wherever you see fit!