Ridgefield envisions an interconnected community with park, trail, and greenway systems that contribute to the City’s small town character, provide a variety of recreation opportunities, and are an integral part of the community.
There are several small neighborhood and pocket parks located around the city. Larger City Parks, Trails, and Heritage trees can be found here.
Click Here for Printable Park and Trail Map
Please click here for City Park Rules.
Use the interactive map below to find a park, trail, or recreation facility near you! (Hint: you can expand the map using the rectangle in the top right corner)
City Parks
Davis Park
Davis Park is located in the heart of downtown at Main and Mill street. This park features children’s play equipment, picnic tables, and a large grassy area perfect for a summer’s night picnic. Many fun events are held at Davis Park during the summer, such as outdoor movie nights!
Abrams Park
Located at the end of Division Street off of N. 5th Avenue near Union Ridge Elementary School, this 40-acre park features a children’s play area, horseshoe pit, baseball, softball and soccer fields, a disc golf course, a permanent orienteering course and a large area for playing volleyball.
The Park also has a picnic shelter, Bennett Hall, with tables and kitchen facilities by reservation only. If you are interested in reserving Bennett Hall or any of the sports fields at Abrams, please visit our Event Planning page for more details.
The Abrams Park Disc Golf Course is a 9 hole course through the wooded area of Abrams Park. You can find Tee 1 just up the hill from the northern play structure. Click here to view a map of the course or click here for a printable map.
Overlook Park
Located at the end of Main Street, Overlook Park “overlooks” the beauty of the National Wildlife Refuge. It is a way to connect to the urban and natural aspects of the city. The Park includes an amphitheater where live music is played, a brick plaza, where the Ridgefield’s Farmers Market and First Saturday Events are held, historical information about the early settlement of the Native Americans, and public restrooms.
Overlook Park may be reserved for events. Please visit our Event Planning page for more details.
A new splash pad is planned to be built behind the stage at the existing park. Click here to visit the project website.
Community and Skate Park
Located at the corner of Simons and 3rd, Ridgefield’s Community Park includes picnic tables, a gazebo, and multiple features to challenge skateboarders. You will find teens and kids enjoying the park on a nice sunny day. Safety regulations and usages rules are enforced throughout the venue.
Eagle View Park
Located at the Corner of S. Main Ave and Sargent St. The Park contains a picnic table and benches so you can enjoy a nice picnic while overlooking the beauty of the National Wildlife Refuge.
Ridgefield Off Leash Dog Park
The Ridgefield Off Leash Dog Park is located on Hillhurst near Great Blue Rd. It features a fenced, off leash area where licensed dogs can run and play. There is water available, trash cans, and benches. Please pick up after your pet.
Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex (RORC)
Is a 53-acre outdoor facility for sports, recreation and education that will benefit the Ridgefield School District and the Community. This complex features six multipurpose sports fields, playground, community room, trails, and more. Please visit Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex for more information. Reservations of RORC may be made through the Ridgefield School District.
Community Garden
The Community Garden is located on S 5th Ave at the east end of Sargent St in downtown Ridgefield.
Mission: Improve community health by providing citizens the opportunity to locally raise healthy foods and ornamental flowers and plants: Grow your own food, build relationships and community, get exercise, and live healthy!
Other Parks in Ridgefield
The following are in Ridgefield, but are not City Parks.
The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge
The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge offers adventures as well as driving, walking and hiking opportunities. The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1965 to provide wintering habitat for the dusky subspecies of the Canada goose. Today, the Refuge preserves both habitat for wildlife, and evidence of the people who once lived here.
There are two Refuge entrances, one on N Main and one on S Hillhurst. Please check out Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge for more information.
Please note: Refuge Trails are a fee area and no dogs are allowed.
Information on other parks in the area may be found at:
Vancouver Parks and Recreation
Parks Foundation of Clark County
Washington State Parks
Trails
The City of Ridgefield recognizes the importance of sufficient trails and walking paths for recreation. A printable map of all existing trails, including neighborhood trails and connection points, can be found here. Or, use the interactive map at the top of this page to find a trail near you!
Gee Creek Trail
The Gee Creek Trail begins on the North side of Pioneer, just past S Gee Creek Loop. The trail follows Gee Creek through Abrams Park to Heron Drive, and then further north to Main Ave. View the trail map here.
Gee Creek is a 4th order tributary to the Columbia River. The creek is named for William Gee, an early pioneer upon whose land the stream arose. The lowest segment of Gee Creek meanders for three miles through the Ridgefield Wildlife Refuge before reaching the Columbia River.
Historic Walking Tour
Downtown Ridgefield is the home to many historical sites including home, churches, theaters, banks, and City Hall. A guide for a self-led walking tour can be downloaded here.
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Trails
The Refuge offers multiple trails on varying terrain for visitors enjoyment. Daily entrance fees are required – learn about entrance fees here.
Oaks to Wetlands Trail, Open Year-round, daily
The Oaks to Wetlands trail is located on the Carty Unit of the Refuge. The trail has several internal loops and offers hiking distances of less than a mile to over 2 miles. The Cathlapotle Plankhouse may be viewed from this trail.
Kiwa Trail, Seasonal Closure
A 1.5-mile loop with wildlife as the star attraction. Experienced birders can identify 40 to 50 species in a single morning. Check for closures on the refuge website.
Carty Lake Trail, Open May 1 – Sept 30
The Carty Lake Trail entrance is located at the Port of Ridgefield. The trail system offers Port visitors a free path to the Lake River overlook. Beyond there, visitors can go on the fee-entry seasonal trail to the Cathlapotle Plankhouse, the Oaks to Wetlands Trail System and Refuge Office. Visitors can connect back to town by exiting the refuge at Main Avenue and walking along the newly improved pedestrian path for a 5-mile loop trail system through the Refuge, City and Port.
Please note: Refuge Trails are a fee area and no dogs are allowed.
Lewis River to Vancouver Lake Water Trail
A 32 mile water trail that stretches from Lewis River to Vancouver Lake, includes the entire stretch of Lake River, and passes right through the heart of Ridgefield.
| View the Water Trail Report. | Read the Paddle Guide. | View the trip recommendation on Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership.
Whipple Creek Regional Park
This 300-acre regional park is located off NW 179th St. West of the Clark County Fairgrounds. The park’s primary is 4.3 miles of trails that cater to hikers and horseback riders alike. View the trail map. Please check out Whipple Creek Regional Park for more information.
Heritage Trees
Ridgefield’s Heritage Tree program aims to preserve and recognize the significant trees in our community. With this program, the city and any areas that may become part of the city will continue to realize the benefits provided by heritage trees. And, uncontrolled cutting or destruction of heritage trees will be minimized.
To learn more, and view a list of adopted Heritage Trees, check out our Heritage Tree page.
