Advisory updates and other information to encourage safe recreation

July 24th, 2025

NO CURRENT ADVISORY

  • Battle Ground Lake
  • Klineline Pond
  • Round Lake
  • Lacamas Lake (advisory lifted 7/23/2025)


There are no current advisories at these lakes. To report a suspected harmful algal bloom or other water quality concern, go here.

WARNING ADVISORY

  • None


During a WARNING advisory:

  • Swimming or water skiing not advised anywhere on lake.
  • Avoid areas of scum when using motorized boats, paddle boarding, kayaking or canoeing.
  • Do not drink lake water.
  • Animals should avoid all water contact.
  • When fishing, clean fish well and discard organs.

DANGER ADVISORY

  • Vancouver Lake (issued 7/23/2025)



During a DANGER advisory, Public Health advises against all recreating in the lake, including swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, using motorized boats, water skiing, and fishing. 

Next Sampling Dates

  • E.coli (bacteria): August 4th
  • Harmful Algae (cyanobacteria): July 28th

Vancouver Lake Photos from 7/21/2025

Vancouver Lake Swim Beach

Vancouver Lake Flushing Channel Mouth

Vancouver Lake Shillapoo Wildlife Area

Consider Becoming a Lifeguard

Help others and the community stay safe by becoming a certified lifeguard. There are two major certification trainings: the American red Cross, and Ellis and Associates. Many local rec centers offer lifeguarding classes, so make sure to check which one is most convenient for you!

Have a swim beach related question? Ask us here!

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Our weekly newsletter updates will continue through Labor Day 2025, our monitoring of blooms will continue through this fall. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for advisory updates.

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Clark County Public Health | clark.wa.gov/public-health

1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd, Building 17

Vancouver, WA 98661