Anderson Lake State Park
2 notices: Burn Ban · Burn Ban No fires at any time — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 385-1259
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 4
Fire restriction Burn BanNo fires permitted at any time.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Water quality Water ClosureAll water activities are closed due to high water toxin levels. Do not recreate in or around the water. Anderson Lake is known for algae blooms that… (more)
All water activities are closed due to high water toxin levels. Do not recreate in or around the water. Anderson Lake is known for algae blooms that can close fishing and water recreation on the lake. Exposure to the toxins in the water can cause serious illness or death to people and pets. For additional information, visit Jefferson County Health Department’s Lake Water Quality webpage.
Posted by the park 2026-05-01. Official alert
Construction NotificationAnderson Lake State Park will be closed for construction August 3 – October 30. Construction includes paving the entrance road, ADA parking, new… (more)
Anderson Lake State Park will be closed for construction August 3 – October 30. Construction includes paving the entrance road, ADA parking, new restrooms, equestrian area improvements and a new extension to the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT).
Posted by the park 2026-09-02. Official alert
Fire restriction Burn Ban No fires at any timeNo fires permitted at any time. Learn more about this Burn Ban alert
Posted by the park 2024-01-01. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 492 acres, Anderson Lake State Park lies in Jefferson County, about 7 miles south of Port Townsend.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, and wildlife watching. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Park | Winter: Park closed Nov. 1 - March 31 | ||
Official wording
Summer: 8:00 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: Park closed Nov. 1 - March 31
Winter Schedule: Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
| Watercraft Launch Fee | $7 · boat |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash Pets must be leashed in all areas of the park.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingFishingHikingHorseback ridingCanoeing and kayakingPicnicking
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Parking
Water
- Boat ramp
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Rules and permits
- 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 close due to recurring toxic algae issues. Check the Jefferson County Public Health lake status page for lake conditions and status reports.
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Cell service varies depending on your carrier and location within the park.
Pets must be leashed in all areas of the park.
Getting there
- Address
- 1061 Anderson Lake Road
Chimacum, WA 98325 - Nearest town
- Port Townsend — about 7 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 48.0192, -122.8004
- Phone
- (360) 385-1259
- Fort.Flagler@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology