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Stevenson, Washington is a small town located in the scenic Columbia River Gorge region. With a population of just over 1,500 people, it offers a tight-knit community and a slower pace of life compared to bigger cities. The town is known for its beautiful natural surroundings, outdoor activities, and charming Main Street. However, as with any place, there are pros and cons to living in Stevenson. In this context, I will summarize user reviews from bestplaces.net to provide a well-rounded perspective on what it's like to live in Stevenson.
According to user "John" on bestplaces.net, Stevenson is a "hidden gem" in the Pacific Northwest. He praises the town for its friendly people, gorgeous views, and abundance of outdoor activities. Similarly, "Samantha" shares her positive experience living in Stevenson, stating that it's a "great place to raise a family" with its safe and quiet atmosphere. On the other hand, user "Brett" points out that the town lacks diversity and job opportunities, making it difficult for young people to stay long-term. Another user, "Katie," echoes this sentiment, mentioning the high cost of living and limited options for shopping and dining. However, she also adds that the community is supportive and close-knit. Overall, these user reviews give a balanced view of living in Stevenson, highlighting its natural beauty and small-town charm while also acknowledging its limitations.
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My Hometown - 5/7/2009
My family settled in Stevenson about the time of it's incorporation. 1908-1910. My family history includes incorporating the Bank of Stevenson, and My grandfather was a State Rep. and served in State government for many years.
I feel fortunate for having grown up in Stevenson Washington. Little did I realize at the time, how beautiful the Gorge was. The area was rich in timber money, and life was comfortable for the residents. The schools were top notch. There were no tax levies due to timber money granted to the schools.
I finally realized how beautiful the Gorge was when I left for college, and would come home for visits on the holidays. I would sit with my car parked at the water front, and just listen to the radio, and marvel at the panoramic view of the Gorge. Of course my favorite time of year in the Gorge was summer. The Gorge has it's own weather patterns, and although Stevenson Washington is just 42 miles from Portland Oregon, Stevenson will experience much
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Growing up in the Gorge - 5/3/2009
We moved from Buffalo, NY to Stevenson, WA when I was in 2nd grade. Big Change! Timber used to fuel the economy: people had jobs and the schools were funded with timber money. When I was around 10, some of the mills closed and the schools turned to state money for funding. Schools were not better off when this happened! When I was 18, the community turned to tourism and most of my high school friends work at the local resorts. It's a beautiful place; if you visit, go to Walking Man Brewery (za' best) and check out the Blues, Brews, and BBQ festival in June. Skamania Co. Fair is not worth it for out of town visitors unless you want to see the locals have their high school
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