Bald Eagles, Sandhill Cranes & More! Shilapoo Wildlife Area Vancouver WA
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We're in Vancouver, Washington, but we're at a location we've never been to before.
It's definitely beautiful here at Vancouver Lake.
The Shilipoo Wildlife Area is made up of three different what they call units.
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We found a hidden gem right in our own backyard — Shilapoo Wildlife Area in Vancouver, Washington is a vast, beautiful wildlife refuge and best of all, it's completely FREE! No entrance fees, free parking, and incredible wildlife just waiting to be discovered near Portland, Oregon.Terry and Lidia here! In this video, we take you out on the trails at Shilapoo, exploring the sights and sounds of this stunning Pacific Northwest natural area. We then drive to several other locations within Shilapoo to track down some incredible wildlife — and we were NOT disappointed. We spotted geese, sandhill cranes, and even a bald eagle! What a day.If you're looking for free things to do in Portland Oregon or Southwest Washington, this is one spot you absolutely have to put on your list. Whether you enjoy hiking, birdwatching, or just soaking in the beauty of nature, Shilapoo has something for everyone.This video is part of our ongoing local series exploring the best things to do around Portland, Oregon and Southwest Washington — beautiful places, hidden gems, and everyday adventures right in our corner of the Pacific Northwest.🐦 What we saw: Sandhill Cranes Canadian Geese Bald Eagle Boat Launch to Vancouver Lake Trails 📍 Shilapoo Wildlife Area — Vancouver, WA 🅿️ Free Parking | No Entrance Fees. If you enjoyed coming along with us today, please give this video a like and subscribe — we'd love to have you join us on our next adventure. And if you've been to Shilapoo or have a favorite local wildlife spot near Portland, we'd love to hear about it in the comments below!Thanks so much for joining us here today. Life is too short not to get outside and enjoy it, right? 😄