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Round Lake Upper Dam in Camas holds back Round Lake and Lacamas Lake in Lacamas Park. It was built in 1883 for a paper mill; the wooden dam was replaced by a concrete and steel structure in 1935, which raised the lake level by about 12 feet. Today, this area is popular for fishing rainbow and brown trout, bluegill, and bass, while hikers and picnickers have access to benches, grills, and restrooms.

This viewpoint offers a view of Biddle Lake. The Biddle Nature Reserve is an excellent spot for birdwatching! On a sunny day, trout can be seen in the lake.

Frenchman Bar is a narrow strip of land created by Vancouver Lake and the Columbia River. This scenic bit of land has several parks and great views over both bodies of water.

Vancouver Lake is a large, shallow lake located near Vancouver, Washington. The lake is popular for kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, and windsurfing due to its calm waters. The Vancouver Lake Regional Park is located on its western shore and provides amenities such as picnic areas, open fields, restrooms, and a sandy beach for relaxing. The park is a great spot for birdwatching, as the area is home to diverse waterfowl and other wildlife. While swimming is permitted, water quality can vary, and advisories are posted as needed.

Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park in Vancouver, Washington, is a 120-acre park situated along the Columbia River. It features a sandy beach, grassy picnic areas, and scenic views of the river and Mount Hood in the distance. The park is popular for activities such as swimming, picnicking, fishing, and birdwatching. A paved trail connects Frenchman’s Bar to Vancouver Lake, making it a favorite spot for walking, running, and biking. The park includes picnic tables, barbecue grills, restrooms, and parking facilities.

This wide, well-maintained, crushed gravel path takes you 3.5 miles (one way) along the lakeside. The shoreline is a great place to see wildlife, and you might spot kayakers out on Lacamas Lake.

Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge spans 1,049 acres along the Columbia River. This refuge, part of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, features riparian corridors, wetlands, and Oregon white oak stands. There was a major restoration project that removed 2 miles of levees to reconnect 965 acres of floodplain to the river.

Vancouver Lake's sparkling waters and raw shoreline offer a rustic nature experience just outside of the city.