CLARK COUNTY Neighborhoods
Felida
Neighborhood that all residents enjoy with its combination of top public schools, low crime rates, and owner-occupied single family homes make it easy to socialize and develop a strong sense of community. In addition, the high number of college-educated parents influences the academic success of the local schools. New small businesses are going in including cafes and fitness studios. Overall, you will find all of the amenities needed to thrive in the Felida neighborhood.
Mt.Vista/Salmon Creek
Salmon Creek has long been acknowledged as a popular, high-demand area because of its strong schools, convenient location, and the quality of life area residents enjoy. With the WSU Vancouver campus and Salmon Creek both in the area, there are hundreds of acres to get outside and enjoy. Featuring trails, parks, and recreation facilities, this area offers fun for everyone.
Camas
There are so many amenities for residents and visitors to the community. The vibrant, yet quaint historic downtown offers shops, cafes, and festivals year round. The parks boast hundreds of miles of trails, which often have play areas and other amenities at the trailheads. Camas is home to many hi-profile business ventures stimulating job opportunities. The city also boasts a state-leading educational system.
Fisher's Landing
Convenient and full of amenities, Fisher’s Landing has long drawn in residents who want to play where they live. A variety of restaurants, shops, and fun activities including a skating rink, movie theaters, and bowling center make this area a favorite. The smaller neighborhoods within Fisher’s Landing offer a variety of parks and playgrounds, which are fun for everyone to enjoy.
Battle Ground
A growing town outside of Vancouver, Battle Ground has become a favorite for people who want to live a little off the beaten path, but still enjoy the amenities of a city. There are a number of community events including parades, street dances, a carnival, and a chili cook-off. This growing town just added a 25,000 square foot skate park downtown in 2007 and a new 13,000 square foot library in 2009. Surrounding the downtown are a number of vineyards to go and enjoy a glass of wine and take in a view. Battle Ground is an almost yearly winner for the Float Best Exemplifying Community Or Civic Involvement And Pride in the Portland Rose Festival’s Grand Floral Parade.
Ridgefield
This growing town is comprised of newcomers excited about making this nature-filled place their new home and long-time residents who continue to revel in Ridgefield’s picturesque surroundings, beautiful neighborhoods and parks, and a strong sense of community. Main Street America charm and major employers offer a piece of paradise for those who want to get away from the Big City… but not too far away. Public parks and trails, community events, schools, business development, and more – it makes a great place to call home for you or your business. Opportunities for outdoor recreation are plentiful here. Adventure via kayak or canoe along a 21-mile long water trail, explore parks and woodland trails, take to the water to fish or go boating, or scout for birds and other abundant wildlife in the 5,300 acre Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, which serves as Ridgefield’s backyard. Nestled between the city and the Columbia River, the Refuge is a haven for both wildlife and nature lovers. Ridgefield’s inviting small town atmosphere, the walk able main streets and animated store fronts are some of the City’s greatest assets.
Washougal
This small community is located on the Washington side of the Columbia River, with its lowlands and famous prairie situated on the west entrance to the scenic Columbia River Gorge. Motorists who approach Washougal from the west on the Lewis and Clark Highway are impressed with the majestic display of Mount Hood rising above the Cascade Mountains, framed by the columnar cliffs that signal the gateway of the Gorge and the great Columbia River that reflects its view. This setting of natural beauty has inspired many an explorer, both old and new.
Downtown Vancouver
The heart of Vancouver, Downtown offers a mix of historic and modern buildings lining the business-filled blocks between Fifth Street and East Mill Plain Boulevard. Public art can be spotted on almost every corner, and year-round events keep Esther Short Park humming with activity.
