When I think about the best parts of living in the Pacific Northwest portion of the United States, I think of the diversity of nature. With my home situated near Portland, Oregon, I am just hours away from beaches, forests, mountains and high desert (with the occasional urban area thrown in).

This week’s Daily Post photo challenge asks us to show images of where we live. I just happen to have a ton of photos 😉 , but I’ll narrow it down to a handful.

Oregon Coast

The Pacific Ocean near Oceanside, Oregon

Forests

Ochoco National Forest, Oregon

Mountains

Mt. Saint Helens in Skamania County, Washington State. This volcano erupted most recently in 1980.

High Desert

Painted Hills near Mitchell, Oregon

And of course, the city where I live, Vancouver, Washington

Columbia River and the Vancouver, Washington river bank.

To see the sights of where others call home, go to The Daily Post weekly photo challenge: Tour Guide