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Nature is one of the biggest draws in Vancouver Washington and in this post, we’re gonna show you what an awesome travel destination, Vancouver Washington (not be confused with Vancouver Canada) is! We knew that there are many natural formations along Columbia River and we were also told about some of the more famous ones such as Multnomah Falls and Beacon Rock, so we decided to start a drive from Vancouver Washington along Columbia River and cross at the Bridge of Gods ending with the visit at Multnomah Falls on the Oregon side…

Starting our drive along Columbia River from Vancouver Washington

Columbia River : Great River of the West

Our first scenic point - Cape Horn : Along the Lewis and Clark Highway — Our first scenic point – Cape Horn : Along the Lewis and Clark Highway

Another shot from Cape Horn and the gorgeous gorge

Beacon Rock - the remaining core of a young volcano — Beacon Rock – the remaining core of a young volcano

Because of its height in the region of the Columbia River, it is often used as a navigation mark. Hence, the name, Beacon Rock. As we ventured closer, we also realised that there’s a trail up the rock. But Kate was startled by how eerie the path looked and we only managed a shot and left…yikes!

As we journeyed along, we came by Bonneville Dam. The dam served to generate sufficient electricity for the area while still keeping the balance of nature (including migration of fish) through careful planning…

Fish ladder allowing fish to migrate safely through the dams - but we did see a few sea lions lurking to feast upon the fish that passed through — Fish ladder allowing fish to migrate safely through the dams – but we did see a few sea lions lurking to feast upon the fish that passed through

Coming to the Bridge of Gods, we crossed the Columbia River (toll of 1USD), took a break and journey back towards Multnomah Falls…

Bridge of Gods as we drove on it, crossing the Columbia River

Mural depicting the past and present and how the original bridge of God was like

Original Bridge of Gods was formed from an avalanche which corroded away paving way for this man-made version

Another shot of Hood River Vancouver Washington

Passed by Horsetail Falls before coming to Multnomah Falls

Arriving at Multnomah Falls - visited by 2 MILLION PEOPLE A YEAR! — Arriving at Multnomah Falls – visited by 2 MILLION PEOPLE A YEAR!

Multnomah Falls with the sign - 2nd highest all year round fall in USA — Multnomah Falls with the sign – 2nd highest all year round fall in USA

Enjoy Multnomah Falls Oregon

Heading back, we finally got to enjoy a wonderful view along the River Columbia near downtown Vancouver

Interstate Bridge connecting Vancouver to Portland

Board walk beside Columbia River - path we took from Beaches back to Hilton Hotel — Board walk beside Columbia River – path we took from Beaches back to Hilton Hotel

View from Boardwalk of Columbia River at Vancouver Washington

Yay! First view of snow cap on Mount Hood in the distance!

Sunset at Columbia River with Mount Hood in the back!

But there was a shot that we didn’t manage to take and it was Mt St. Helens. We managed to only stay outside the visitor’s center because it was Christmas Day. On top of that, it was ULTRA MISTY which meant that we did not manage to see it. But to do it justice, here are some official pictures from Visitvancouverusa!

Mt St Helen's Visitor Centre - Closed on misty Christmas Day — Mt St Helen’s Visitor Centre – Closed on misty Christmas Day

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We hope you’ve enjoyed our coverage of all the wonders of nature that you can enjoy as you travel along the Columbia River. Hilton Hotel Vancouver Washington makes a great base to enjoy all of these and remember to rent a car like we did to have the flexibility to visit all of these spots along Columbia River!