Anderson Lake State Park is located eight miles south of Port Townsend, off State Route 113, in Jefferson County.

Acreage

410 acres with 8,250 feet of freshwater shoreline on Anderson Lake.

Acquired

The park was acquired in two parcels: the first in 1966 and the last in 1969 for a total cost of $470,000.

Historical Background

The lake has been, in the past, owned by two Anderson families not related to each other. Amanda Anderson, descendent of the original Anderson, sold the lake to Wm. F. Anderson in 1947. He used the land around the lake for cattle grazing.

Facilities

Boat launch, vault toilets, 1 picnic site, and a parking area. Anderson Lake is open to the public seasonally. 4.4 miles of trail built by the YDCC.

Activities

Fishing for rainbow trout and a hiking trail that circles the lake. Only electric motors are allowed on the lake.