ANDERSON LAKE STATE PARK
Anderson Lake State Park is a remote marine day-use park of cedar, fir and alder forest mixed with freshwater marshes. Surrounded by 410 wooded and wetland acres, the park slopes down to the 70-acre Anderson Lake and abounds with birds and wildlife.
The park combines freshwater marshes with cedar, fir and alder forests.
Prior to becoming a state park, Anderson Lake was owned by William F. Anderson, who used the land around it to graze his cattle. Curiously, the lake was not named for him or anyone in his family. William Anderson purchased the property in 1947 from Amanda Anderson, who, though not a relative, shared his last name. Anderson Lake was named for one of her ancestors.
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A Discover Pass is required for vehicle access to Washington state parks for day use. For more information about the Discover Pass and exemptions, please visit the
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Watercraft launch site reopens toward the end April.
There is one boat ramp for boats with electric motors only. Be advised lake water is 25 feet at its deepest spot.
The lake is open year-round for lowland fishing of all game fish.
Anderson Lake State Park is located near Port Townsend, Sequim and Bothell
The park has several picnic tables along the lake shore. No public water is available. Two vault toilets and equestrian trailer parking with hitching posts are avaliable within the park.
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8 miles of hiking trails
7 miles of bike trails
5 miles of equestrian trails
Birdwatching enthusiasts can spot a variety of species such as bald eagles, ospreys and various waterfowl. The park's diverse habitats attract songbirds like warblers during spring migration season. Raptors including red-tailed hawks are also commonly sighted in the area.
The park is open seasonally for lowland fishing of trout last Saturday in April to August 31. Catch and release only is permitted September through October.
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Located on the Olympic Peninsula, eight miles south of Port Townsend, Wash. in Jefferson County.
From Port Townsend:Take SR 20 south for 6.7 miles, then turn east on Anderson Lake Rd. Proceed 1.1 miles to park entrance.
From Hwy. 101 heading north:At Discovery Bay, turn right onto Hwy. 20. Go 3.7 miles to Anderson Lake Rd., and turn right. Follow this road for 1.1 miles, and turn left into park entrance.
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