Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
Creating and championing essential spaces
Parks, trails, events and recreation improve quality of life and contribute to a vibrant and connected Vancouver.
The City of Vancouver has a strong legacy of parks, natural areas and recreation dating back to the dedication of Esther Short Park in 1853. Since then, the community’s resources have grown dramatically.
- 2,246 acres of park land
- 82 parks
- 28 natural areas
- 20+ miles of trails
- 28 public art features
- 2 community centers
Latest News
Esther Short Park water feature closed for maintenance
Community centers will be closed for Memorial Day on Monday, May 25
Your community center membership now includes both Firstenburg and Marshall
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Contact Us
Main: 360-487-8311
Firstenburg: 360-487-7001
Marshall: 360-487-7100
Luepke: 360-487-7050
parksrecculture@cityofvancouver.us
