Klineline Pond was originally a gravel extraction site before being repurposed into a public recreational facility.
The park serves as a critical link in the Salmon Creek Greenway Trail, which provides a multi-use path stretching through Vancouver's wetlands.
The pond is stocked annually with rainbow trout by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
The Salmon Creek watershed is a protected habitat for native salmon and steelhead populations.
Salmon Creek Regional Park is primarily defined by the 13-acre Klineline Pond, a man-made swimming facility created by a former gravel quarry. The site features a sandy beach area monitored by seasonal lifeguards, making it a focal point for local families. The park connects to a wider 3-mile paved trail system following the Salmon Creek riparian corridor. This greenway serves as a habitat for diverse Pacific Northwest wildlife, including herons and salmon. Amenities include expansive picnic shelters, play structures, and volleyball courts situated on the grass. The park acts as a key trailhead for the Salmon Creek Greenway Trail. Parking is available on-site but requires a daily fee during the peak season. The area experiences high water activity levels throughout the warmer months.
The wooden bridge overlooking the pond during sunrise.
Arrive early on summer weekends as the parking lot fills to capacity quickly.
Bring water shoes, as the pond bottom can be rocky or muddy in some sections.
Check local health alerts before swimming, as the pond can occasionally close due to blue-green algae blooms.
Do not ignore signs regarding water quality alerts or pet restrictions in designated swimming areas.
Lifeguards are only on duty during the summer season; swimming is unsupervised at other times.
Leash your pets in park areas, keep music volumes low, and pack out all trash to protect the riparian ecosystem.
