Name: Cougar Trails
Address: 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, WA, 98686

The Cougar Trails project provides several miles of walking, jogging and biking paths bordering Washington State University Vancouver's campus. Designated jogging paths and interpretive trails provide all-weather walking surface wide enough for two people. The other unimproved trails are typical of what you would find in many forested areas of the region.

Cougar Trails

Vancouver WA provides the perfect blend of [outdoor adventure](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/ "outdoor recreation"), [urban activities](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/neighborhoods/downtown/ "Downtown Vancouver WA"), and [accessibility](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/trip-planning/community-profile/accessible-travel-vancouver/ "Accessible Travel"). Conveniently located between the picturesque Cascade Mountains and the mighty Columbia River, Vancouver is a sports lover's playground.

Whether it’s indoor or outdoor sports, Vancouver WA has the advantage! Your athletes will compete with pride at our amazing natural [venues](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/sports/venues/ "Sports Venues") and diverse sporting facilities. Vancouver offers boundless options for teams of all sports and sizes, which is why past events run the gauntlet from the NAIA Cross Country National Championships at [Fort Vancouver National Historic Site](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/fort-vancouver/ "Fort Vancouver") and the Lucas Oil National Motocross Series at [Washougal MX Park](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/listing/washougal-motocross-park/2139/ "Washougal Motocross Park") to the US Rowing Northwest Junior District Championships at [Vancouver Lake](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/vancouver-lake-park/ "Vancouver Lake").

We also work with local sports leagues to grow their programming, raise awareness for events, and assist with securing venues and hotel rooms. Some of our many sports partners include Columbia Premier, Ridgefield Raptors, HoopSource Basketball and the Vancouver Lake Rowing Club.

Visit Vancouver Washington

The WSU Vancouver Disc Golf Course was made possible by a generous grant from the Student and Activities Fee allocation committee, WSU Vancouver Biology Club, WSU Vancouver Facilities and the Operations Department. The 9-holed disc golf course located east of the Undergraduate Classroom Building is open and free to all users.

WA State University Vancouver Disc Golf Course

This 5-acre park is located next to the southwest corner of Washington State University's Vancouver campus. Facilities include four pieces of play equipment, six picnic tables and a bench.

Vista Meadows Neighborhood Park

Holiday Inn Express Vancouver North - Salmon Creek offers comfortable accommodations in north Vancouver, WA, with convenient access to I-5 and I-205. Guests enjoy complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, an indoor heated pool and whirlpool, fitness center, business center, and spacious rooms and suites. Located near WSU Vancouver, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Clark County Fairgrounds, and regional attractions, it’s a convenient base for exploring Southwest Washington.

Holiday Inn Express Vancouver North - Salmon Creek

Where Board games, Coffee, and People Collide. Contrarian's Game Cafe is a boardgame retail store with cafe setting located in Salmon Creek Washington. We are excited to meet everyone in Vancouver, WA and the PDX Metro area as you come in and enjoy a latte while playing your favorite board games with your friends. We strive to provide an experience in hobby retail that is unmatched in cozy to fun ratio.

Contrarian's Game Cafe

This five-acre park was developed in 2007 as part of the Greater Clark Parks District program. The park includes a basketball half court, six pieces of play equipment, two picnic tables, and two benches.

Greyhawk Park

Always fresh and delicious, I Am Thai serves up traditional Thai food like Pad See Ew, Tom Kha Soup, and Pineapple Curry.

I Am Thai Eatery

Try aerial yoga with Elevenaerial Vancouver, swing inside of low-flying aerial silk (think Cirque de Soleil) but at beginner levels and fun for any age! Elevenaerial came to life so that everyone can get an opportunity to improve their fitness while having fun. You will get to enjoy the feeling of swinging slightly elevated above the ground with deliberate movement, shapes, and gentle stretching. Aerial hammock, also known as aerial swing or silks swing, and is a gentler way to enter into the aerial world. It's perfect for those who want to try something new, increase strength in new ways, or for a restorative exercise to rejuvenate body and mind

Elevenaerial Aerial Yoga

Conveniently located right off I-5 and I-205, the Quality Inn & Suites Vancouver North hotel in Vancouver, WA offers easy access to a variety of attractions and places, including Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital (2 mi. away), WSU-Vancouver, Clark County Fairgrounds, Amphitheater Northwest, and the Westfield Shopping Center. Within walking distance from many restaurants and stores, the Quality Inn and Suites is the perfect hotel for both business and leisure stays.

Quality Inn & Suites - Vancouver North

Experience Northwest fun when you visit Southwest Washington and enhance your stay when you choose this Shilo Inn for your lodging needs. The newly remodeled property with its clean, comfortable and attractively appointed rooms is conveniently located on Highway 99 just south of the Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 junction near Clark County Fairgrounds, Equestrian Center and Amphitheater.

Red Lion Inn & Suites Vancouver

Make Shilo your first choice for a small gathering or executive off-site meeting. Our knowledgeable staff will assist you with all your planning needs including room setup and audio visual presentation.

Casual family dining meets relaxed bar atmosphere: Billygan's Roadhouse features the best of all worlds! Whether you're looking for a place to hang out with family and friends, or host a corporate event, be sure to try the world famous steaks, burgers, chicken, or ribs. Grab a handful of peanuts and throw the shells on the floor - it's custom!

Billygan's Roadhouse

Experience the thrill of competitive tennis at USTA PNW NTRP Sectional Championships, from November 6-8, 2026, in the vibrant city of Vancouver, WA! Set against the backdrop of the stunning Pacific Northwest, this prestigious event invites tennis enthusiasts and players to showcase their skills in a spirited showdown. Hosted by the renowned USTA-PNW, this championship promises exhilarating matches, camaraderie, and an unforgettable atmosphere for players and spectators alike.

Whether you're aiming for victory or cheering from the sidelines, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary. Don’t miss your opportunity to compete or witness top-tier tennis talent in action. Registration is now open, so secure your spot today and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of sport, community, and passion at 5300 E 18th St. Join us for an event where athletic excellence meets the scenic beauty of the Pacific Northwest!

USTA PNW NTRP Sectional Championships

Established in 1904, the USTA Pacific Northwest is one of 17 sections of the United States Tennis Association, the governing body of tennis. Based in Beaverton, Oregon, the USTA PNW is a 501c3 charitable nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and develop the growth of tennis in the Pacific Northwest.  Operating in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and northern Idaho USTA PNW over 25,000 individual adult and junior members and over 200 organization members and providers, such as tennis facilities and community tennis associations, who also help us to promote the sport. 

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