Camp Bonneville, Military training grounds in Clark County, United States.
Camp Bonneville is a property covering approximately 3,840 acres situated in the Cascade Range foothills, roughly 7 miles (11 km) north of the Columbia River at an elevation near 400 feet (120 m). The land features forested sections mixed with open areas, interspersed with access roads and structures that once served military operations.
The site was established in 1909 by the United States Army as a rifle range and training center for troops stationed at Fort Vancouver. Over the following decades, its use shifted between military operations and civilian purposes before facing eventual closure.
The grounds once hosted outdoor education programs where students from nearby schools gained hands-on learning experiences. Local educators used this space to teach field skills and nature-based subjects to young learners.
The property is currently closed to public access due to active environmental remediation addressing military training residue and contaminated materials. Interested visitors should contact local authorities to learn about any future opportunities for access or educational visits.
A significant portion of the property called the Central Impact Targeting Area spans roughly 230 acres and requires specialized procedures to safely remove military materials accumulated over decades. This remediation work makes the site a notable example of environmental recovery following military training operations.
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