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Battle Ground Lake State Park - First Day Hike 2026

  • Battle Ground Lake State Park (map)

Two separate hikes. One amazing state park. First hike of the new year!

1PM hike - A feel good, get healthy hike with Ranger Friend. We will stop and talk if we see wildlife but will mainly just be enjoying the day.

Both hikes will be on the upper lake trail, which is an easy to moderate trail with a few elevation changes up to 50 ft. The trail has overarching views of Battle Ground Lake and many pine and cedar trees along the way. A volunteer will stay staffed at the interpretive shelter with touch table interpretive items, kids activities and snacks.

  • Length of Hike: 1 mile

  • Where to Meet: Interpretive Shelter by upper parking lot. Signs will be present pointing to the shelter. 

  • Is this Hike for Beginners? Yes

  • Suggested minimum age of children to attend:  3 years old

  • ADA Accessible? No

  • Stroller Accessible? No

  • Are leashed dogs allowed? Yes

  • Restrictions: The trail is not paved. Pease know your own hiking abilities. 

  • Registration Required: Yes, email: battle.ground@parks.wa.gov if you’d like to attend. 

  • Things to bring: Hiking boots (trails are muddy during this time of year), rain gear and water.  

  • Cancellation Information: 564-241-7738, Please notify us at least 24 hours in advance to cancel.

Photo credit: Reddit/PNWhiking

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