Natural swimming hole
Anderson Lake State Park
Lake · Washington
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Anderson Lake State Park offers a swim beach on the quiet Jefferson County lake. The park's peaceful, forested setting is a local secret. It is one of the Olympic Peninsula's calmest lake swims.
Good to know
| Water type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 60s-70s in summer |
| Depth | lake with swim beach |
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | $10 day use (Discover Pass) |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | 8am-dusk |
| Parking | park lot |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Nearest town | Port Townsend |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; toxic algae blooms have closed the lake in past summers — check current advisories before swimming |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Anderson Lake State Park?
Yes — Anderson Lake State Park is listed as a natural swimming spot in Washington. Reported water temperature: 60s-70s in summer. Heads-up: no lifeguard; toxic algae blooms have closed the lake in past summers — check current advisories before swimming. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Anderson Lake State Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Anderson Lake State Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Anderson Lake State Park?
Reported fee info: $10 day use (Discover Pass). Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Anderson Lake State Park?
The best season is typically June-September.