Ridgefield, Washington travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Ridgefield is a city in southwest Washington State.

1 sights · 5 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Ridgefield

Paradise Point State Park

Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

ilani Casino Resort

Cascades Amphitheater

Largest outdoor amphitheater in the Portland metro area. Partially covered. It hosts concerts, stage shows and other special events, including the Clark County Fair.

Old Liberty Theater

Performing arts venue with Seasons Coffee and tea shop in the lobby.

Abrams Park

Disc golf, orienteering course, horseshoe pit, playground and sports fields.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 82°F; winter lows dip to about 36°F. Wettest: Dec and Nov. (climate data from nearby Portland)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
PDX Portland International Airport, Portland — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
SLE Salem-Willamette Valley Airport/McNary Field, Salem — 64 mi away. Directions

Interstate 5 (I-5) has an interchange in Ridgefield.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 2-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Paradise Point State Park, ilani Casino Resort, Abrams Park
Lunch Bunnie's Pizza
Afternoon Old Liberty Theater, Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
Dinner Papa Pete's Pizza
Evening Sportsman Pub

Day 2

Morning Cascades Amphitheater
Evening Taps Beer Reserve

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

Cuisine (tap to filter)

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

Photos

Map

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Get in

Interstate 5 (I-5) has an interchange in Ridgefield.

See

See Paradise Point State Park

📍 33914 NW Paradise Park Rd🕒 8AM-dusk☎ +1 360 263-2350⚠ Last checked Nov 2019 — confirm before you go

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Do

Do Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

🕒 Daily, daylight hours. See website for current times. Closing time for automated gate at entrance is posted on the gate itself💲 $3 per non-commercial vehicle (cash/check only, bring exact change)☎ +1 360-887-4106⚠ Last checked Apr 2017 — confirm before you go

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Do ilani Casino Resort

📍 1 Cowlitz Way1-5, Exit 16⚠ Last checked Apr 2017 — confirm before you go

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Do Cascades Amphitheater (formerly RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater, commonly Clark County Amphitheater)

Largest outdoor amphitheater in the Portland metro area. Partially covered. It hosts concerts, stage shows and other special events, including the Clark County Fair.

📍 17200 NE Delfel Rd☎ +1 360-816-7000Checked Aug 2025

Maps Website