Ancient fossils still lie hidden in the bold and bronzen buttes of Badlands National Park, a protected wilderness penetrated by hiking and biking trails.
Battle Ground Lake State Park is a camping park with 280 acres of beautiful, forested land in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. The lake itself is of volcanic origin and is considered to be a smaller version of Crater Lake in Oregon.A vehicle parking permit is no longer required for day visits.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Season:
Year-round
Amenities
Amenities:
Campground Picnic Area(s)
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Located 21 miles northeast of Vancouver, Wash., on the state's western side.From I-5 southbound:Take exit #14, and follow signs to city of Battle Ground. Drive to east end of town. Turn left on Grace Ave. (in front of Foodliner Grocery), and follow signs to park, approximately three miles from city of Battle Ground.
From I-5 northbound:Take exit #9, and follow signs to city of Battle Ground. Drive to east end of town. Turn left on Grace Ave. (in front of Foodliner Grocery), and follow signs to park, approximately three miles from city of Battle Ground.
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Oregon's Mt Hood Territory
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