So many beautiful waterfalls along the Columbia River Gorge not far from the airport. Some require hiking but not all of them! Nate and I have done many of these. Check www.recreation.gov to see if permits are needed.
A bit of a longer trip. Just under 2 hours to the coast. Cannon Beach is beautiful with Haystack Rock! Nate and I love taking the dogs here to run the beach.
Vancouver Waterfront
695 Waterfront Wy, Vancouver, WA 98660, USA
Waterfront Park with restaurants, wineries, and a splash pad for the kids.
McMenamins is a PNW chain known for its quirky, historic, and artsy vibe. They transform old buildings- like schools, churches, and theaters - into brewpubs, hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Nate and I have been to many of them in Washington and Portland. They are a lot of fun!!!