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The Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge is a 1,049-acre riverine flood plain habitat, semi-permanent wetland on the Columbia River, 10 miles (16 km) east of Vancouver, Washington, with cottonwood-dominated riparian corridors, pastures, and remnant stands of Oregon white oak. The largest wetland restoration project on the lower Columbia River involves removing about 2 miles (3.2 km) of levees separating the refuge from the river to restore 965 acres (391 ha) of floodplain habitat.
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Home to motocross events throughout the summer season, including Pro & Amateur national competitions. Amateur riders can participate in a breadth of motorcycle disciplines including motocross, enduro riding, street and offroad motorcycle touring as well as 4x4 off road activities within the ample State and Federal public lands adjacent to the city.
At the end of the curvy road along the river, Dougan Falls invites visitors to enjoy the pure and clear water by wading and swimming, relaxing in the gentle waters above the falls, or basking in the sun on the sandy shore under the bridge.