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Introduction to Camas, Washington
Camas, Washington, in Clark county, is 6 miles N of Gresham, Oregon (center to center) and 14 miles E of Portland, Oregon. The people of the city are in the Portland - Vancouver metropolitan area. Camas has a population of 12,534.
Camas History
Camas was named after the plant camas lily, which has an onion-like bulb and was revered by the Native Americans. Camas originated as a paper-mill town in the 1880s when LaCamas Colony Company selected this area for their new paper mill. The first post office and school were established in 1884. It was officially incorporated as a town in June 1906.
Camas and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Camas
Lacamas Park includes Round Lake, a playground, barbecue areas, and trails that go around the lake and the park. The trails lead to Camas Potholes and camas lily fields. Heritage Park provides facilities for boating at Lacamas Lake. It has many open spaces and a playground for kids. The city also has a skate park.
Camas Transportation
Flights can be availed from Portland International Airport.
Camas Higher Education
Portland Community College, Mt. Hood Community College, and Clark College provide facilities for higher education.
Camas strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):
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| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 12% |  |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. State) | Top 13% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 15% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 19% | |
Comparing Camas to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):
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