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Esther Short Park and Playground - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
Esther Short Park and Playground - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
Esther Short Park and Playground - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
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ESTHER SHORT PARK AND PLAYGROUND

(4.9 Score)
605 Esther Street,
Vancouver, WA 98660 Directions

Since 1853

Specialty:

✓ Open Space ✓ Stone Benches ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Fountains ✓ Tennis Courts ✓ Monuments ✓ Statues ✓ Kids Grounds ✓ Sports ✓ Wooded Area ✓ Picnic Tables ✓ Jogging ✓ Playgrounds ✓ Grassy Fields ✓ Slides ✓ Gardens ✓ Bike Riding

“Esther Short Park and Playground has over 5 acres of parkland, including features such as an open lawn, a gazebo, and a stage. The Park and Playground is a year-round venue for various public and private events, concerts, programs, and other activities. The playground is designed for children of all abilities and includes a zero-entry merry-go-round, a play hill, a music garden, and swings for all abilities. Their fountain system is made of columnar basalt. The Park also features grassy areas, a baseball field, a playground, and picnic tables. The park has an interactive fountain for visitors to enjoy.”

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Contact:

(360) 487-8311

Mon-Sun: 5am - 10pm

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Vancouver Lake Regional Park - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
Vancouver Lake Regional Park - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
Vancouver Lake Regional Park - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
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10+ YEARS IN TBR
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VANCOUVER LAKE REGIONAL PARK

(4.8 Score)
6801 NorthWest Lower River Road,
Vancouver, WA 98660 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Playgrounds ✓ Playground Balls ✓ Event Areas ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Gardens ✓ Dog Parking ✓ Grassy Fields ✓ Shelters ✓ Jogging ✓ Skatepark ✓ Frisbees ✓ Ponds ✓ Slides ✓ Restrooms ✓ Volleyball Courts ✓ Aquatic Centre ✓ Kids Grounds ✓ Picnic Pavilions ✓ Swings ✓ Tables

“Vancouver Lake Regional Park is a 190-acre regional park that offers numerous recreational activities, such as picnicking, windsurfing, and sand volleyball. It offers a variety of amenities, including developed areas for picnicking, sand volleyball, and a roped-off swimming area. Vancouver Lake Regional Park has two picnic shelters, 24 barbecue grills, 65 picnic tables, five pieces of playground equipment, five drinking fountains, and 1.06 miles of asphalt path. Vancouver Lake Regional Park has 147 parking spaces and 18 disabled parking stalls. Vancouver Lake Regional Park provides ample space for visitors to enjoy a large picnic area, athletic fields, open green spaces, and playgrounds, perfect for spending quality leisure time with family and friends.”

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Price:

Parking Fees
Motorcycles $2
Cars $3
Cars with trailers $6
Buses or motor homes $8

Contact:

(360) 397-2285 (360) 619-1111

Mon-Sun: 7am - 7pm

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Orchards Community Park - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
Orchards Community Park - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
Orchards Community Park - Vancouver, WA Public Parks
7+ YEARS IN TBR
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ORCHARDS COMMUNITY PARK

(4.7 Score)
9800 NorthEast 54th Street,
Vancouver, WA 98662 Directions

Specialty:

✓ Slides ✓ Sports Areas ✓ Dog Parking ✓ Event Conducting ✓ Grassy Fields ✓ Picnic Tables ✓ Stone Benches ✓ Jogging ✓ Open Space ✓ Gardens ✓ Bike Riding ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Basketball Courts ✓ Kids Grounds ✓ Playgrounds ✓ Tennis Courts ✓ Shelters

“Orchards Community Park has over 33 acres of parkland with various recreational opportunities. The park features a variety of amenities, including forested picnicking areas, walking trails, open lawn areas for pick-up games, and active play areas. The park has one picnic shelter with covered seating for 75 people, three barbecue grills, 22 picnic tables, eight sets of play equipment, three horseshoe pits, and one drinking fountain. Orchards Community Park provides visitors with nature walking trails, kickball, green spaces, children’s play areas, baseball and soccer fields, and courts. Orchards Community Park has 18 parking spaces and two disabled parking stalls.”

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Price:

Reservation of Park's Picnic Shelter $75

Contact:

(360) 397-2000

Mon-Sun: 7am - 9pm

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ESTHER SHORT PARK AND PLAYGROUND REVIEWS

Great park. The entire park covers one city block. Very well maintained. Very attractive. Small place area available. Restrooms were pretty clean for a park. Great location with a lot of shopping and food in the area. Parking all around. I notice a number of police patrolling the area constantly.

Great park with a playground if you have kids. Fun events throughout the summer down here. The trees are nice for shade on those hot days. Very clean. Bathrooms. Fountain area as well for the summer time.

Great place to spend the time with kids. I visited it on weekend and it was a decent crowd especially at kids playground. Lots of greenery and shade. Super fun place.

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VANCOUVER LAKE REGIONAL PARK REVIEWS

This park offers a serene escape just outside the city. The picturesque lake, surrounded by lush greenery, provides a perfect setting for a relaxing day outdoors. The park features well-maintained trails, ideal for a leisurely stroll or a bike ride. The expansive picnic areas make it a great spot for a family outing or a peaceful afternoon with friends. The park's natural beauty, combined with its amenities, creates a wonderful destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat near Vancouver. Highly recommended for nature enthusiasts and anyone looking to unwind in a scenic environment.

Great lake for a fishing or paddle boarding outing - the size allows you to get fully lost in nature with little to no signs of city. It's been worth it for us to drive across the river to access this beauty. Facilities are good, restrooms and the like. It's a few dollars at the kiosk to park in the main lot.

This place is beautiful. There was only a few people in the area. I walked the North trail to the bridge. Nature fills all the senses.

ORCHARDS COMMUNITY PARK REVIEWS

Easily one of the most beautiful parks i’ve ever been to! This park is only a 3 minute drive from my house, and being fairly new to the area, I have been trying to hit every park around here. This one so far is my favorite. Theres lots of little trails throughout the foresty areas, there’s lots of picnic benches and charcoal for a family get together, theres two little playgrounds, and lots of grassy areas. Only took one of my pups here today, but definitely will be coming back with my other dogs! The only thing I would be weary of is displaced people in their tents in some areas of the forest.

Very beautiful park with nice clean trails. The main trail that goes around the park is maybe like 1 mile long but there are also many between trails. There is a play area for kids as well as a large area for events/parties that includes 2 grills. Not very large park but offers everything and it's very accessible to the community. If you're going walking i suggest you walk through the mall and around to cross the freeway bridge to get to the park. 10/10.

This is a beautiful urban forest. Wide walking trails, and seemingly wonderful snaking small hiking trails within the grove. When it snows everything is covered in a quiet sense of wonder. I am excited to see all the flora and fauna come to life as the spring warms up.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ESTHER SHORT PARK AND PLAYGROUND Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 4.4K: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

VANCOUVER LAKE REGIONAL PARK Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 1.2K: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ORCHARDS COMMUNITY PARK Total Inspection Points: 113/120
Current Evaluation: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Complete Info: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 1.4K: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10