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Cycling day trip from Vancouver to Portland

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Vancouver to Portland

1 h 12 min
Duration
21 km
Distance
135 m
Ascent
177 m
Descent
17.4 km/h
Avg. speed
70 m
Max. altitude

Roll out from Vancouver, WA—home to historic Fort Vancouver and a lively new waterfront—and head south toward Portland. It’s about 21 km with gentle rollers (roughly 135 m up, a bit more down), mostly on paved surfaces. You’ll string together quiet streets, paths, and dedicated cycleways, with only a couple short busy bits.

Hop onto the I‑5 Interstate Bridge’s sidewalk to cross the Columbia River. Expect wind, noise, and a narrow path in spots—take it easy and share with walkers. After Hayden Island, you drop into North Portland and cruise neighborhood greenways toward downtown.

Finish near Portland’s Pearl District/Old Town, perfect for coffee, food carts, and people‑watching. Portland’s a bike‑mad city for a reason—plenty of lanes and bike‑friendly vibes.

Tips:

  • Lights and a bell are handy for the bridge and shaded sections.
  • Watch for ramps and tight corners on the bridge approaches.
  • If time allows, detour along the Vancouver Waterfront Renaissance Trail or Portland’s waterfront for extra views.

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From work to home

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

Usually path from work to home or home to work.
10.9 km
Distance
114 m
Ascent
112 m
Descent
North Ramsey Boulevard 9200, Portland to North Lombard Street 4340, Portland
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North Ramsey Boulevard 9200, Portland to North Lombard Street 4340, Portland

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

6.9 km
Distance
0 m
Ascent
0 m
Descent
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Kenton, Portland to 2249 N Williams Ave, Portland

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

10.4 km
Distance
60 m
Ascent
33 m
Descent
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324 NE Walker Ct, Portland to 931 SE 6th Ave, Portland

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

10 km
Distance
84 m
Ascent
76 m
Descent
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route to ICE

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

25.2 km
Distance
217 m
Ascent
235 m
Descent
0

to Slabtown Ginger

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

22.2 km
Distance
161 m
Ascent
182 m
Descent
0

Slabtown Ginger and Maude’s

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

20.9 km
Distance
154 m
Ascent
162 m
Descent
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North Columbia Boulevard to North Delaware Avenue

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

6.5 km
Distance
55 m
Ascent
5 m
Descent
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N Center Ave, Portland to NE 15th Ave, Portland

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

13.7 km
Distance
125 m
Ascent
92 m
Descent
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E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver to NE 15th Ave, Portland

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

20.3 km
Distance
145 m
Ascent
125 m
Descent
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Peninsula Crossing Trail, Portland to 6814 N Haven Ave, Portland

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

17.5 km
Distance
114 m
Ascent
81 m
Descent
Willamette and interstate to work
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Willamette and interstate to work

Cycling route in Vancouver, Washington, United States

14.1 km
Distance
128 m
Ascent
122 m
Descent

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