Battle Ground Lake State Park - Battle Ground, WA
Battle Ground Lake State Park in Battle Ground, Washington, offers a scenic and tranquil escape for dog owners and their pets. Although primarily known for its picturesque lake, pet-friendly trails, and lush natural surroundings, the park is an excellent spot for those seeking dog-friendly hiking experiences in southwest Washington. There’s plenty of space for leashed walks in nature, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and their canine companions.
While this park is not a traditional fenced dog park with dedicated off-leash areas, the expansive grounds, shaded forested trails, and picturesque landscapes provide a calm and beautiful setting for a day out with your dog on-leash. Parking is available for visitors. As always, dog owners are encouraged to clean up after their pets to keep the park enjoyable for everyone and preserve its natural beauty.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? No, dogs must remain on-leash in Battle Ground Lake State Park.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, the park features several pet-friendly hiking trails where leashed dogs are welcome.
- Is there parking available? Yes, parking is available for visitors.
Reviews
Pay to park or show Discover Pass.
Paved parking, plus a paved pathway to the lake.
NOTE: the path to the lake is fairly steep and may be difficult for people with knee/hip/joint problems.
Dogs are allowed on a leash, but not allowed in the lake.
Bathrooms are available and are decent.
Some limited food is available for purchase, but they also have plenty of space for a picnic if you bring your own food.
Overall, nice park, well maintained, with several trails, one of which goes around the lake.
Beautiful place!! The hike around the lake was stunning! I love how there are no engines allowed on the lake at all. The water is so clear, we saw many different varieties of fish.
Love Fishing and walking here.
That said, Needs more Game Warden presence and randomized appearances throughout the day at the big fishing dock area. It could also use more handicap ♿️ parking at the swim area for fisherman and swimmers. That hill going down to the lake is NOT handicap friendly, it is doable. Some who are handicap have friends drive them down to beach and drop them off.
The lake is nice and there are paddleboards and kayaks to rent!
People are very helpful as my experience has been. The staff at the camp store are pleasant and try to answer any questions they can.
Love Battleground Lake. It’s small but very peaceful and relaxing. Especially on weekdays. There’s a trail that goes around the lake with benches to sit and enjoy the view. They rent out paddle boards, and have a small camp store.
Camping is enjoyable with large sites. They offer hike in camping, small cabins or drive up sites. Some offer electric. They also have a dump station.
If your not camping you will need a discover pass.
We had a fantastic stay at Battle Ground Lake State Park! When we arrived, we had reservations, and although no one was at the gate maybe because of all the Federal cut which I’m so sorry about . it was easy to follow the signs — just head right for campsites 1–20, which are laid out in a convenient loop. Our site was paved, making setup easy, and the lakeside location was beautiful.
We were right next to the restrooms, which were clean and well-maintained. While that meant a little extra foot traffic nearby, we didn’t mind because the lake access made it totally worth it. There’s a small trail that takes you quickly down to the lake and the park store.
Speaking of the store, the woman working there was wonderful! We love collecting small souvenirs from every trip, and she kindly gave us one even though they hadn’t been priced yet — such a thoughtful and personal touch. Just a heads-up: the store is only open on weekends before Memorial Day, but it switches to Monday–Friday hours after that.
This park is incredibly peaceful, surrounded by dense woods with lots of shaded trails circling the lake. If you’re a sun-seeker, don’t worry — there are sunny spots along the lakeshore where you can relax and soak it in.
We will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend this gem if you’re looking for a quiet, scenic getaway.