Vancouver Waterfront Park

The 7.3-acre Vancouver Waterfront community park is one of the most popular destinations in Vancouver. Featuring the iconic cable-stayed Grant Street Pier and located near local eateries, shops and wineries, this park is a perfect gathering space to enjoy views of the Columbia River.

The Columbia River water feature at Vancouver Waterfront Park includes an artistic mapping of the Columbia River featuring cascading water, fountains and wading areas with nearby bench seating. Learn more about water feature rules and operating status.

The Columbia River Renaissance Trail follows along the riverside connecting Vancouver Waterfront Park to Wintler Park, over 5 miles away.

Originally the site of the Michigan Mill in 1889, this area remained a mill site until 2006 when the Boise Cascade paper mill closed. Columbia Waterfront, LLC purchased the property in 2008, and created a mixed-use development. Columbia Waterfront, LLC and Gramor Development worked closely with the City and Port of Vancouver to create a master plan, that included 7-acres for a new community park. Vancouver Waterfront Park opened in fall 2018.

On street parking is metered on weekdays between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Outside these times it is free to park in designated spaces along the street. Additionally, parking lots operated by private business are available.

About Accessibility
Vancouver Waterfront Park has been designed with accessibility in mind. All pathways are concrete paved and ADA accessible. The main pathway is fairly flat and the intersecting pathways all maintain an ADA compliant slope of 5% or less. There is an accessible restroom on site. The water feature is accessible to wheelchair users.

Maintenance
Need to report a maintenance issue? Fill out an online service request form with Public Works. If the issue is urgent (water line break, downed tree, etc.) call 360-487-8177.