Washington has 100 state parks, and they’re all beautiful in their own way. That being said, don’t rule out our local and regional parks when you need to get lost in nature for a while… not only are they often more accessible, but some of them are equally as stunning. Lacamas Regional Park is an off-the-beaten-path gem that will make you swear you’re in the middle of nowhere when you’re actually in the middle of town.
Lacamas Regional Park is located in Camas, which is a bit of a hidden gem itself.
bluegrass_to_evergreen / TripAdvisor Camas is a small city in Clark County that lies along the beautiful Columbia River Gorge.
This 312-acre park is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream.
Jerryzski / TripAdvisor You can go fishing, canoeing, bird-watching, or hiking on a series of nature trails.
The main Lacamas Park Trail takes you all around Round Lake, the small lake that sits adjacent to the much larger Lacamas Lake.
sp4301 / TripAdvisor Needless to say, the scenery is stunning.
Whether you come to the park for exercise or relaxation, you’ll find it’s perfect for both.
F4981JCmichaels / TripAdvisor The lakeside benches make for some pretty ideal picnic spots.
The park is most famous for its abundance of Camas Lilies, which bloom every spring.
F4981JCmichaels / TripAdvisor The Camas Lily is also known as the Camassia Lily, and you’ll find them all over the park. In April and May, these fields are a photographer’s dream.
Of course, you certainly don’t have to visit in the spring — this park is open all year, and it’s gorgeous in any season.
bluegrass_to_evergreen / TripAdvisor In fact, many enjoy it most when it turns into a winter wonderland.
Lacamas Park is a true hidden gem. Even some Washingtonians who live nearby don’t know it’s there.
bluegrass_to_evergreen / TripAdvisor When you visit, look for wildlife like deer, raccoons, beavers, coyotes, osprey, and even bald eagles. And don’t forget to stay for sunset.
Check out this gorgeous park the next time you’re exploring the Columbia River Gorge. You won’t be disappointed.
bluegrass_to_evergreen / TripAdvisor
Camas is a small city in Clark County that lies along the beautiful Columbia River Gorge.
Jerryzski / TripAdvisor
You can go fishing, canoeing, bird-watching, or hiking on a series of nature trails.
sp4301 / TripAdvisor
Needless to say, the scenery is stunning.
F4981JCmichaels / TripAdvisor
The lakeside benches make for some pretty ideal picnic spots.
F4981JCmichaels / TripAdvisor
The Camas Lily is also known as the Camassia Lily, and you’ll find them all over the park. In April and May, these fields are a photographer’s dream.
bluegrass_to_evergreen / TripAdvisor
In fact, many enjoy it most when it turns into a winter wonderland.
When you visit, look for wildlife like deer, raccoons, beavers, coyotes, osprey, and even bald eagles. And don’t forget to stay for sunset.
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