Worth the ride near Vancouver, WA
We list 18 places worth riding to around Vancouver, WA, across views, food, and coffee.
18 more nearby in Portland, OR.
Views
Lacamas Regional Park
Waterfall
Waterfalls and 9.5 miles of trails around Round Lake in Camas, on the way toward WA-14 and the Gorge.
Moulton Falls Regional Park
Waterfall
The winding Lucia Falls Road in north Clark County is the way in, with falls and an arch bridge to stop for.
Dog Mountain Trailhead
Mountain View
A Columbia Gorge pull off on SR 14, with river views from the lot and a steep trail for anyone who wants the summit.
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Coastal View
Stop for maps and restrooms at the visitor center, close to downtown, then walk the trails.
Officers Row Historic District
Viewpoint
Twenty-one preserved Victorian officers' homes from 1846 to 1906, good for a slow cruise-by, with two of them open to visitors.
Cape Horn Viewpoint
Viewpoint
Basalt cliff pullout on WA-14 with sweeping views to Beacon Rock, though the shoulder fits only a handful of bikes.
Vancouver Waterfront Park
Coastal View
Cable-stayed Grant Street Pier and wide paved paths on the Columbia, an easy downtown stroll once the bike is parked.
Beacon Rock State Park
Coastal View
A big lot right off WA-14 makes it easy to park a group; bring a Discover Pass.
Food
Brothers Cascadia Brewing
Food
Local food carts handle the meals at this taproom just off I-5, handy for a group before Ridgefield or Battle Ground.
Multnomah Falls Lodge Restaurant
Breakfast
Brunch or lunch in a 1925 stone lodge at the foot of the falls, open from 9am on weekdays and 8am at weekends.
Walking Man Brewing
Food
Big outdoor beer garden in Stevenson, a regular stop for riders working the SR-14 side of the Gorge.
Loowit Brewing Company
Food
Easy to reach off I-5 or WA-14, so good for a post-ride drink and food near the waterfront.
Coffee
Relevant Coffee
Coffee
Community focused roaster on Main Street, on the way out of downtown toward I-5 north.
River Maiden
Coffee
Meet here on the Washington side before SR 14 east through the Gorge or north up to Battle Ground.
Compass Coffee Roasting
Coffee
Quick espresso on Washington Street before pointing the bike toward the Gorge.
Kafiex Roasters Coffee Lab
Coffee
A pre-ride pour-over stop near the farmers market, with a second cafe down at the waterfront.
More worth the ride
Spirit Lake Moto Works (Demo)
Destination
An easy regroup point on the east side of Vancouver before heading up SR-14, with air, coffee, and a mechanic on hand.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, River S Unit
Destination
Ride slowly past waterfowl, herons and raptors on a year-round wetland auto tour; aim for the River S Unit entrance.