Daybreak Regional Park | Clark County

Park closures

Due to damage from flooding in December 2025, the boat ramp/launch at Daybreak Regional Park is closed until further notice.

The damaged launch is unsafe for use. We are working to repair the launch. Because of the proximity to the protected, fish-bearing East Fork Lewis River, this includes obtaining specific permits before repairs can be made. We are awaiting permit approval from regulatory agencies. We will begin repairs as soon as we can, after permits are issued.

Beginning Aug. 3, 2026, the lower/downstream portion of the park west of Northeast Daybreak Road will be closed for construction as part of the East Fork Lewis River Reconnection Project. This portion of the park will be closed through mid to late October. This work is unrelated to the repair of the damaged boat launch, and the launch will remain closed when the park reopens in the fall. During this work, a portion of the trail and a utility pole will be relocated farther from the river to reduce the risk of erosion. A floodplain bench will be graded down along the riverbank to increase flood storage and create additional floodplain habitat. Wood structures will be installed along the bank to help reduce the risk of erosion. Native trees and shrubs will be planted to stabilize the eroding shoreline and provide wildlife habitat. Additional project information is available on the project webpage.

This 77.3-acre park and boat launch is located along the East Fork of the Lewis River northwest of Battle Ground.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the former Vancouver-Clark County parks department developed the boat launch, on the south side of Daybreak Bridge. The site includes parking for 32 vehicles with trailers.

Park and river impacts - East Fork Lewis River Reconnection Project by Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership

The East Fork Lewis River is closed to boaters and other river users for three miles downstream/west, starting at the Daybreak Regional Park boat launch. For your safety, do not enter the river at this location.

The closure allows for construction of the Lower East Fork Lewis River Reconnection Project, a project led by the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership. To learn more about the East Fork Lewis River Reconnection Project, www.estuarypartnership.org/our-work/habitat-restoration/east-fork-lewis-river-reconnection-project.

Facilities

15 picnic tables
2 pieces of play equipment
2 restrooms
97 parking spaces, plus 6 disabled parking stalls
Boat launch
Multiuse paths
Viewpoint to the East Fork Lewis River

The Lower Daybreak trailhead is closed Aug. 3 through Oct. 15 for construction as part of the East Fork Lewis River Reconnection project.

Swimming

Daybreak Regional Park has water access but does not have lifeguards on duty. Park users swim at their own risk.

The hazards of swimming in natural bodies of water, like rivers, include:

-Cold water (even up to 60°F), which can cause you to involuntarily gasp and inhale water, or lose muscle control; even the strongest swimmers can experience these effects

-Swift and changing currents

-Sudden drop-offs

-Hidden underwater hazards, which can entangle anyone recreating in the water

-Rocks, floating debris, unstable surfaces

Wearing a life jacket greatly reduces these risks. If you choose to go into a natural body of water to cool off, wear a life jacket!

More information: Swimming at Clark County Parks