Battle Ground, City in Clark County, Washington, United States.
Battle Ground is a city in Clark County, Washington, located north of Vancouver. The community features residential neighborhoods alongside small commercial areas and green spaces that define its character.
The settlement was founded in 1886 and officially incorporated in 1902. Its name comes from a peaceful agreement between Captain William Strong and local tribes rather than from actual conflict.
The annual Harvest Days celebration brings the community together with parades, while the city maintains a 65-year tradition of participating in Portland Rose Festival.
The city offers multiple parks and open spaces for outdoor recreation. Visitors can easily explore the community on foot with accessible pathways and gathering areas throughout.
Despite its name suggesting conflict, Battle Ground earned its designation from a peaceful negotiation that prevented an actual battle from occurring.
Location: Clark County
Inception: 1902
Elevation above the sea: 90 m
Shares border with: Hockinson, Cherry Grove, Meadow Glade, Venersborg
Website: http://cityofbg.org
GPS coordinates: 45.78056,-122.53944
Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:30
Battle Ground Lake State Park
4.5 km
Lewisville Park
4.1 kmAlbert and Letha Green House and Barn
3.2 km
Venersborg School
9.1 km
Battle Ground Community Library
1.3 kmDuck Lake Wildlife Area
11.6 kmFountain of Youth
1.5 kmEarth
1.6 kmLeaping Cougar
9.6 kmGolden Section
9.3 kmPillars of Fulfillment
9.2 kmThe Wailing Bell
9.5 kmElvis & Marilyn Monroe
1.5 kmMother & Child
1.5 kmHartwood Golf Course
7.5 kmPioneer
1.5 kmA Mother's Joy
1.6 kmWestside Golf Range
11.8 kmWork of art, sculpture
10.7 kmScenic viewpoint
9.8 kmScenic viewpoint
3.4 kmScenic viewpoint
3.4 kmScenic viewpoint
6 kmScenic viewpoint
5.8 kmScenic viewpoint
9.5 kmLucia Falls
9.7 kmWaterfall
8.5 kmSalmon Falls
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