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Explore PNW

Welcome to Explore PNW! Discover the charm of Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR with our local insights, tips, and stories. From neighborhood highlights to lifestyle inspiration, find out what makes living here so special.

Mt Hood – So Close By!

Mt Hood – So Close By!

It never ceases to amaze me that from my home in Vancouver’s Felida neighborhood, it’s just about an…

Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

I am lucky enough to live quite nearby the Salmon Creek Trailhead and I start almost every day with …

Pearson Air Museum

Pearson Air Museum

I just love a museum.  Any museum!  Whatever the subject (from the Cranberry Museum in Lon…

Cedar Creek Grist Mill

Cedar Creek Grist Mill

This remarkable piece of history is just a 30-minute drive from most parts of Vancouver, often along…

Washington Park: A Scenic Urban Oasis

Washington Park: A Scenic Urban Oasis

Spanning 410 acres, Washington Park is a treasure trove of attractions and natural beauty in the hea…

Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park

Vancouver’s Waterfront Park is an absolute gem! Opened in 2018, this relatively new addition has com…