Retire to Vancouver, Washington

The revitalized city with its eclectic blend of new construction and historic architecture, Vancouver combines the excitement of a major metropolitan area but with the charm and hospitality of a small urban town.

The downtown area is bustling with quaint eateries, art galleries, and a wide variety of retail shopping from charming boutiques to antiques. The area also offers numerous year-round attractions and events to keep visitors well entertained and continually busy; within minutes, you can explore many historic attractions

If you retire to Vancouver, Washington, you will find that Vancouver, steeped in history, is the oldest city in Washington. Fort Vancouver National Historic Site has several buildings completed with period furnishings and have been reconstructed to honor the early 19th-century. The fort is the heart of the Vancouver National Historic Preserve and opens for tours. One of the most popular spots is Fort Vancouver/Officers Row.

For more history, check out the Pearson Air Field, the oldest operating airfield in the West, where vintage aircraft are displayed at the Pearson Air Museum

Fort Vancouver served as the hub of an extensive fur trading network and administrative center. To begin your exploration of the many fascinating and intriguing places that contribute to Fort Vancouver's national significance, read more here

Cruise on the Columbia.The pleasure of fine dining and a relaxing cruise on the Columbia and Willamette River is one of the perk when you retire to Vancouver. The Portland Spirit offers several sightseeing and meal cruises any time of year in any weather. For more information visit the Portland Spirit

Columbia River Gorge is a spectacular river canyon cutting the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountain Range. It's 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep with the north canyon walls in Washington State and the south canyon walls in Oregon State. Read more information.

Experience the many exciting things taking place in Southwest Washington: take in a Round of Golf, exploring Historic Attractions, Walking and Hiking, Fishing, Windsurfing, Skiing and Snowboarding or simply enjoying Fantastic Northwest cuisine at one of our many restaurants. We have Something for Everyone! For more information visit here