Advisoryupdates and other information to encourage safe recreation
August 8th, 2025
NO CURRENT ADVISORY
Battle Ground Lake
Klineline Pond
Round Lake
Lacamas Lake
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.
Millions of pounds of trash end up in waterways every year. Plastics break down into microplastics that are easily eaten by fish and as a result, humans. The chemicals in trash can also leech into the environment and cause harm. Remember:
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