Lake Elkhorn
- Urban recreation lake
- Regional draw
- Columbia
Lake Elkhorn lies within Columbia’s Owen Brown area, with a walking loop and recreation spaces around the water.
The lake and its planted surroundings provide a change of pace from the nearby developed neighborhoods.
Choose an access point from the current operator map and check conditions before attempting the full loop. The photograph shows the spillway, one engineered component of the lake. Stay outside restricted dam or maintenance areas and follow fishing or boating rules where applicable. Reserved pavilions and organized gatherings require separate arrangements from walking the public paths.
Visitor details reviewed October 18, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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