A worth-it destination run. This popular trail run, located 25 miles east of Washington, is known for its undulating wooded sections and great views of the Columbia River from a high vantage point. The full 6.5 mile loop is a fairly rugged trail run, with an elevation gain of 1,225 feet and some occasionally challenging footing. A shorter, easier option is the 2 mile ‘blue’ trail in the attached trail map to access the Nancy Russell Cape Horn Overlook. Waterfalls, wildflowers, and some great views!
A worth-it destination run. This popular trail run, located 25 miles east of Washington, is known for its undulating wooded sections and great views of the Columbia River from a high vantage point. The full 6.5 mile loop is a fairly rugged trail run, with an elevation gain of 1,225 feet and some occasionally challenging footing. A shorter, easier option is the 2 mile ‘blue’ trail in the attached trail map to access the Nancy Russell Cape Horn Overlook. Waterfalls, wildflowers, and some great views!
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Essentials
Full loop is 6.5 miles (10.5 km); Shorter, easier option is 2 miles
1,225 feet (373m)
Trailhead at Salmon Falls Park or off Evergreen Highway for Overlook
One of the signature runs in Vancouver. This ~5 mile trail has great views of the Columbia River and Mount Hood. It's also fun to combine with a loop around Fort Vancouver, or with the Oregon-Washington Bridge.
Run between two states, enjoying views of the Columbia River, plus additional waterfront paths on Hayden Island and in Portland east of the Expo Center.
A great spot for a longer off-road run near Vancouver. The paved multi-use path runs from Meadowbrook Marsh Park for 8 miles west to Vancouver Lake in Stewart Glen. It's a mix of grassland, parks, and wooded sections.
A fun 10k out and back, a few miles north of the city. The paved multi-use path runs for 3.2 miles between Klineline Pond (a popular swimming spot) and NW 36th Ave., featuring a nice combination of open and wooded sections.
Washington State University, located 10 miles north of Vancouver, is a great campus for running, with six miles of paths. Combines a 'campus tour' with some more wooded sections. Great views of Mt. St. Helens!
A worth-it destination run, 20 minutes east of Vancouver. 3.5 mile gravel multi-use path along Lacamas Lake, and 6 miles of trails in Lacamas Park. Something for everyone. Catch the April bloom of Camas Lilies!
A worth-it destination for those looking for a longer, scenic off-road run. The 31-mile gravel multi-use path is in two sections. The first 13 miles, from Lyle to Klickitat, is more scenic & runnable. following the Klickitat River.
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Essentials
Full loop is 6.5 miles (10.5 km); Shorter, easier option is 2 miles
1,225 feet (373m)
Trailhead at Salmon Falls Park or off Evergreen Highway for Overlook
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