Clark County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The views of the surrounding mountains are particularly dramatic on a rainy day.
The views of the surrounding mountains are particularly dramatic on a rainy day.
The Bells Mountain Trail in Clark County is obviously in no way connected to the more famous Bells Mountain Wilderness in Missouri. The trail which bears its name does not ascend or in any way touch the actual mountain. But it bears some of the most beautiful views of the mountain from directly across the valley. This was taken today (2015-01-11), on an extremely cloudy, foggy and generally soggy day. But look at what you get to see, even in the middle of our waterlogged winters. One drawback is that you have to pass through a lot of clear-cut forest on the trail side of the valley. I say that, realizing now that almost none of these vistas would be possible otherwize.
Detail of the south fork of Coyote Creek.
A female Bald Eagle. Apart from the California Condor and the Golden Eagle, it is probably the most powerful avian predator on the North American continent. It shuns Herons, Cranes and their other tall, wading cousins, and most hawks and owls will give it a run for its money. Large land animals are pretty much out of its comfort zone, and it is generally frightened to death of people, which only demonstrates its common sense. But apart from that, anything else is fair game. She carries herself like she runs the place. And she pretty much does. #BestOf5

Popular cities in Clark County

Officers Row which includes heritage architecture and a house
Vancouver
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Shopping
Enjoy important historic sites, a thriving arts scene and outdoor adventures in Vancouver, a city nestled under Washington’s stunning mountains.

Reasons to visit

  • Waterfront Park
  • Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
  • Esther Short Park
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Oak tree forest and camas flowers in Bush park, Salem, Oregon
Camas
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Shopping
Quaint Camas awaits: its dining, entertainment and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Lacamas Lake Regional Park
  • Camas Heritage Park
  • Fallen Leaf Lake Park
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The Columbia River - Oregon
Washougal
Known for Rivers, Dining and Family-friendly
Relaxing Washougal is calling! Discover its riverfront, dining, spas and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge
  • Orchard Hills Golf and Country Club
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Forest at Mount Rainier National Park at sunrise, Washington State, USA
Woodland
Known for Friendly people, Rivers and Live music
Experience secluded Woodland: its riverfront, live music, dining and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Cedar Creek Grist Mill
  • Woodland Motocross Park
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Battle Ground Lake in The Battle Ground Lake State Park, Washington
Battle Ground
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Live music
Get away to Battle Ground! Enjoy the ruins, sports and hiking.

Reasons to visit

  • Battle Ground Lake State Park
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Bald Eagle sitting in a creek at the Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge in Washington State
Ridgefield
Known for Wineries, Golf and Theatres
Ridgefield awaits: its wineries, golf, theatre and more!
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