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Vancouver Lake
Lake
Shallow lake for swimming, kayaking & fishing, with a small beach & adjacent park for picnics.
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Yellow Bullhead, Brown Bullhead, Channel Catfish and 7 more species.
10 fish species in 10 public records within 2 km of Vancouver Lake since 2000.
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
- 1 record · 2005
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- 1 record · 2003
- 1 record · 2003
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Lower Columbia-Clatskanie watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (GBIF dataset). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Vancouver Lake?
- Vancouver Lake is a lake in Washington.
- Can you swim at Vancouver Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Vancouver Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Vancouver Lake in Washington. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Vancouver Lake rated?
- Vancouver Lake in Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 157 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Washington 98660
Washington 98660
🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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