Take An Easy Loop Trail Around This Clark County Lake For A Peaceful Adventure
If you don’t have much experience hiking in Washington, it’s easy to be intimidated. After all, some of our best trails involve some pretty tough terrain. The good news is, our state has plenty of trails that don’t require a lot of experience (or even outdoor knowledge) that are just as beautiful as some of our more advanced hikes. Round Lake Loop is definitely one of them.

Round Lake was formed during the Missoula Floods, which occurred over 12,000 years ago.

It's a simple loop around a beautiful lake, so you're highly unlikely to get lost. It doesn't get more beginner-friendly than that.

Start your hike in the morning and you'll be likely to have plenty of privacy.


The original dam was built in 1883, raising the water level about 12 feet.

It sure makes for a beautiful hike.

Whether you're brand new to hiking or just looking for a nice easy loop, this place never disappoints.
Round Lake is one of many natural lakes in this part of Washington, which is close to the Columbia River Gorge. You could work this easy loop trail into a weekend of exploring the area, or make it a day trip destination. Do you have a favorite easy hike in Washington?
Address: Round Lake, Washington 98607, USA