Battle Ground Lake State Park is a beautiful and family-friendly destination featuring a large, clear lake surrounded by forest. The lake offers shallow areas perfect for kids and a fishing pier for visitors to enjoy. The park provides amenities such as clean restrooms with showers, picnic tables, and a roped-off swim area for young children. It is dog-friendly, although a suggested addition is a dog beach. The park has both day-use areas and walk-in campsites, which are open and close close together; campers should be prepared for rough paths and consider bringing wagons. Visitors appreciate the peaceful, pristine environment and the opportunities for exploring paths, fishing, swimming, and relaxing. While the beach is limited, the setting is attractive with beautiful water and scenery. Some concerns include water quality issues during warm weather and occasional rowdy visitors. Overall, the park offers a fun and inviting experience for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Love this lake and campground! Big lake surrounded by forest! I see paths to explore but I haven't yet, docks to fish, roped off swim area for the littles, dog friendly, picnic tables and restrooms! Beautiful clear water, lots of fun!
August 2025
Very busy today. Had to wait to find a parking spot.
August 2025
Beautiful setting. Restrooms and food available. Beach limited but fishing pier available. Would be very nice if they would add a dog beach. Watch water quality report for dangerous cytotoxims as water warms up.
