Name: Sandy Swimming Hole
Address: 550 N Shepard Road, Washougal, WA, 98671

The Sandy Swimming Hole Park is located at the upper end of lower Washougal River Greenway. Facilities include restrooms, picnic tables, a beach, a boat launch for non-motorized boats, and parking. Swimming is permitted, with no lifeguard on duty.

Sandy Swimming Hole

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

This site includes various parcels on lower Washougal River between Sandy Swimming Hole and Lacamas Creek. There is extensive shoreline access and facilities include a half-mile walking trail and boat launch. Additional property located on the Washougal River upstream of Vernon Road Bridge provides opportunities for picnicking and fishing.

Washougal River Greenway

Ashwood Taps & Trucks is a Pacific Northwest-inspired tap house & food cart pod open to all ages (and pets) in the heart of Washougal, Washington. It is located on E Street, which connects Camas and Washougal, just a stone's throw away from the Washougal River Road intersection. Ashwood has you covered with all of your favorite local beers, ciders, wine & kombucha options to quench your adult thirst.

Ashwood Taps & Trucks

Locally Sourced Casual Craft Kitchen, Community Based, Coldest Beer & Largest Deck In Clark County!

Washougal Times Restaurant & Lounge

The Black Pearl is an open concept industrial space that can be customized and decorated to fit your needs for your event. The venue is located in the Washougal neighborhood, sitting on the Columbia River with the most beautiful view of Mt. Hood. The Black Pearl is the perfect space for weddings, fundraisers, art and auto auctions, retreats or trainings, parties or to just gather together in a spectacular location. With floor to ceiling windows and concrete floors, the venue is a blank canvas allowing any kind of theme or design.

Black Pearl on the Columbia Event Center

Family owned and operated since 2002, The Puffin Cafe serves up Caribbean inspired cuisine with great marina and river views from every table. The restaurant is accessible by car and by boat as you can find it actually floating within the Port of Camas/Washougal! They have outdoor seating for the summer time, and cozy fireplaces for the winter months so it feels like the tropics every day. Can accommodate up to 28 people.

Puffin Café

Aioli’s Cafe is a fresh, seasonal breakfast and lunch spot in downtown Washougal, WA. Enjoy breakfast bowls, sandwiches, salads, pastries, and desserts made with thoughtful flavors and quality ingredients. A convenient stop for a delicious meal while exploring Washougal and the Columbia River Gorge.

Aioli's Cafe

The Camas Skate Park is located at the intersection of Shepherd Road and 3rd Avenue, next to the Riverside Bowling Alley, and the Washougal River Greenway. It has over 12,500 square feet of two-tiered skating surface. Primarily set up as a street course, elements include ramps, rails, picnic table, loading dock and stairs.

Camas Skate Park

Located at the confluence of the Columbia River and Washougal River, this historical museum features the heritage of the Camas and Washougal area. Located across the street from the Pendleton Woolen Mill, a visit can be combined with a mill tour and shopping trip to the company store.

Two Rivers Heritage Museum

This hard-surfaced, shared-use trail for hiking and biking extends from Steamboat Landing in East Vancouver to the east end of the United States Fish and Wildlife Refuge at Steigerwald Lake. The trail offers outstanding views of the Columbia River along with access to Cottonwood Beach.

Captain William Clark Park Trail

Steamboat Landing Park provides pedestrian access to several points of interest. Visitors can stroll a floating boardwalk on the Columbia River that leads to an elevated observation deck with vast views of the River, Mt. Hood and Oregon. A peaceful wooded trail provides an alternate short cut to the deck. The boat launch is for "carry-in" boats only.

Steamboat Landing Park

Trap Door Brewing, a popular establishment in Vancouver’s Uptown Village, is expanding to downtown Washougal and distributing its popular brews statewide! Trap Door is a family-friendly taproom, full bar with upscale drinks, local wine, a limited cocktail menu and kitchen, and an eventual full-production brewery in downtown Washougal.

Trap Door Brewing - Washougal

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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