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The residents of Vancouver’s quiet Southcliff Neighborhood have a hidden gem in their backyards — a mile-long trail system, tucked away behind the neighborhood park.
The Blandford Canyon trail is lush and green, and would be easily accessible to nearby residents looking for a quick hike. The problem, according to Washington Trails Association Southwest Regional Manager Ryan Ojerio, was that the trail was never explicitly planned, and had some quirks as a result.
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