Burn Ban - Level 1

Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.

Water Closure

Start Date:

Due to a rise in the level of toxins produced by an algae bloom, Washington State Parks has closed Anderson Lake to fishing, boating, and swimming. Exposure to the toxins in the water can cause serious illness or death to people and pets. For more information on toxin levels please check with the Jefferson County Health Department.

Anderson Lake State Park.
Anderson Lake boat launch.
Anderson Lake park grounds.
Anderson Lake picnic area.
Trillium flower in bloom along a hiking trail.

Anderson Lake State Park

1061 Anderson Lake Road, Chimacum, WA 98325

Anderson Lake State Park is a day-use park with cedar, fir and alder forests and a freshwater marsh. Explore the park via hiking, equestrian and biking trails, which slope down to a lake teeming with birds and other wildlife.

Rules

  • Day-Use Only
  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires not Allowed
  • Horses Allowed

Only non-motorized boats and boats with electric motors are allowed on the lake.

The lake may be closed at times due to recurring toxic algae issues. Check the Jefferson County Public Health lake status page for lake conditions and status reports.

Cell service varies depending on your carrier and location within the park.

Pets must be leashed in all areas of the park.

Activities

Biking

Bird Watching

Boating

Fishing

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

Horseback Riding

Amenities

Restrooms

Trash Service

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Boat Ramp

Picnic Tables

Parking

Interpretive Opportunities

Bike Trails

Equestrian Trails

Hiking Trails

Park features

Field

Forest

Freshwater

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Lake

Seasonal Wildflowers

Wetland

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Day-Use Only
  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires not Allowed
  • Horses Allowed

Only non-motorized boats and boats with electric motors are allowed on the lake.

The lake may be closed at times due to recurring toxic algae issues. Check the Jefferson County Public Health lake status page for lake conditions and status reports.

Cell service varies depending on your carrier and location within the park.

Pets must be leashed in all areas of the park.

Map & visitor guide

48.019247, -122.8004452

This park has several picnic tables along the lakeshore. Enjoy hiking, biking and equestrian trails or go fishing on the lake. There are two vault toilets and equestrian trailer parking with hitching posts.

Interpretive opportunities

Birding and nature tours

Birding and nature tours are now being offered on the third Friday of each month, weather permitting. Bird walks will last approximately two to three hours. Wear sturdy footwear, dress for changeable weather and bring binoculars and your own water. To schedule a tour, send an email with "Birdwatching Walk" in the subject line. Group size is limited to five people.

Group tours

To request an interpretive program, please complete the Interpretive Program Request Form. For questions about programming, contact Kelsey Lang