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Anderson Lake County Park
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
12 reviews for Anderson Lake County Park
12 reviews in English
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Review from D. C.
8/11/2010
This is the best easy-access, kid-friendly hiking in town. Park at the bottom, (make sure you pay the day-use fee at the station enroute to the dam or park in the neighborhood across the road), and hike along the meadow, through the trees and up to the dam. You'll be rewarded with a fantastic view. Kids love to skip rocks in the creek. Great place for a large party, but watch that creek if you've got kids. Stay on the trails and watch carefully for poison oak.
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Review from Monica L.
3/12/2009 1 photo
This is a great place for hiking around or doing water sports plus its close by. It's far enough from the city that it feels like you are out in the middle of nowhere.
I've hiked here many times with my In-laws from their home in Morgan Hill. Its a nice trail that that can be hiked at a fairly easy pace. There are some uphill sections but for the most part, its an easy hike.
Many families come here with their boats and water toys, so it's a great place for kids.
The water level is still a bit low since last Sunday when we came here but they were still allowing boats access into the lake.
Also, bathrooms here are very clean and they provide clean water fountains as well and plenty of parking. -
Review from Wes M.
San Francisco, CA
6/20/2009
Anderson seems to be *the* place around here for gas-powered water sports of all kinds--apparently it's gotten crazy enough to warrant an online reservation system for the boat launch, though it actually wasn't too crowded when we came. Our beat-up Sentra with its rented kayak on the roof sure stood out among all the hummers and F-350's towing gargantuan speed boats (hint: between the wind and the wakes, this is not the lake for a peaceful paddle over calm water). The lake's shape and scenery is almost identical to its upstream neighbor Coyote, only it's at least twice as long. Also, there are actually houses along the south end, some pretty to look at, others not so much.
And speaking of stuff on the shoreline, why can't a lake this large and popular have a real marina with a store, restaurant, and on-site rentals? For us non-equipment-owning types, that would sure beat driving your kayak from San Jose and praying that the straps hold.Listed in: Beyond South Bay
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Review from Taj A.
Alameda, CA
10/3/2009
Anderson Lake and I have a storied history. From ecol bio 101 @ SJSU taking a course and making a field trip here and seeing stoned Morgan Hill chicks blow weed in our face, to later wakeboarding here constantly from 2004 to present.
(Breathes out)
I have seen it all here, in terms of wakeboarding adventures. What should start with , the water or the people, or the rangers?
-Water. Not the glassiest, but servicable. In the middle of summer, during the weekdays, you're money, get out there and clear the wake, and/or watch your boy do air raleys and other assorted tricks. " ripper brah"
- People. It runs the gamut, from families, to douches , to hotties, to gangstas who might even come close to running you over if you aren't careful. Don't forget the fisherman that are pissed that you are making there boat rock so hard.
-Rangers. I have seen dickhead rangers here, all the way to tumbling dickweed rangers, who have sunken their boats ( funny shit!) , and watched their boss, Boss Hogg, throw their neat little hat on the concrete and jump on it, while yelling at the incompetence. All the while, we are laughing at these idiots.
-Additonal DVD Extra: Although it may be tempting do not cross that bridge on the south most side to wakeboard. It's way too narrow, ( though the glassiest obviously) the fisherman have every right to stone you, and the rangers WILL find you, and as you see them, you will feel like you are in Wrong Turn 3, and you will feel stupid. If this happens to you, simply take your boat to the other side of the lake, and wait about 45 minutes. ( Down the rest of your tecates, discuss with the friends the amount of the fine. ) After 45 minutes, and you see the ranger has left, get your boat off the water and get the hell out there!!!
Conclusion: Close to the Bay, but if you can make the trip, Hogan, Shata, New Malones, are all better options....this works on weekdays in the summer though, like i said.... -
Review from Annie W.
7/24/2010
We are lucky to have Lake Anderson so close by. We love to come here with our boat to wake board. Weekends in the summer are definitely busy, but weekdays and during the winter and fall the place is pretty empty. Last time we were there, we did see a lot of careless young jet skiers who had no clue about water safety and etiquette. Most people do use common sense, but I guess there are jackasses to be found at every lake.
It would be nice if they had a picnic area closer to the boat launch, but I guess the design of the lake doesn't allow for that. The water seems clean enough, the rangers working are nice enough, and the location for us is extremely convenient. Parking at the Woodchopper Picnic Site is free, but the boat launch parking is not. We bought a yearly pass to all county parks since we go often, that's the way to go if you plan on multiple visits.
FYI-Due to the mussel issue, they do require an inspection of all boats. Once you pass they will band your boat. If you exclusively come to Anderson you don't have to keep getting the inspection, however if you take your boat somewhere else they will make you pay for and endure another inspection when you return. -
Review from Pat C.
San Jose, CA
11/22/2009
Great lake for boat and shore fishing. The bass I caught in my photo was on a guide trip there with Rus Snyders a great local guide btw. I know most of the people out there (to have fun on lake for other reasons) usually are respectful to shore fisherman. I do have a request of the ones that aren't. Please be aware of the fisherman in boats and especially ones on shore. Major disruption of water close by and loud music will get you reported to the staff there and not earn you any friends. Remember we are all out there to have a good time.
Also please for the love of god, don't litter out there. It wrecks the beauty of the shoreline. The more respect you show for others and nature, the more you get in return. -
Review from Nikita L.
Morgan Hill, CA
8/17/2008
I do love this place. In the Fall and Winter especially, the water is deep and clear and you can see a lot of great bird-life and as well the occasional crayfish or other swimming critter. There is also a bevy of plants that grow around the area, and one can get a little "lost" in the pathways, or simply stick to the nicely groomed paths that work through the park.
It is a perfect place to go to reflect and meditate on life and all that good stuff.
The only thing that has consistently bummed me out about this place is the trash. There is clear evidence of inconsiderate BBQ picnic people who leave behind beer cans, chicken bones, and other wonderful little mementos of their blow-out.
Please people, give a hoot. This place is indeed a park, but its also a natural sanctuary of sorts and it would be nice to see people respect it a bit more.
By the way, same goes for Woodchoppers by Lake Anderson... offenders, you KNOW who you are. -
Review from Sidney S.
Oakland, CA
2/24/2011
I love this park! Its dog friendly so it earned a 4 star! This place is one of my favorite place to come for a hike during the summer.
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Review from Ace V.
Santa Barbara, CA
1/8/2009
Miss water skiing, tubing, and wake boarding? This place is close enough to the city to squeeze in a one day trip.
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Review from Ele A.
Santa Clara, CA
5/31/2010 3 photos
Anderson Park is a good place to relax, talk and listen to nature. It has grills for you to BBQ. There's a creek but there is no swimming or wading allowed. It's very serene, peaceful and there is lots of nature. Be prepared for bugs, flying and crawling.
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Review from Trent C.
Chicago, IL
8/18/2010
Great place to go for a hike. Watch out for the bees because they can be prevalent in some parts of the park. Plenty of picnic areas to enjoy a sandwich before continuing through the park. The dam has one of the best views of the valley and Morgan Hill. Plenty of boaters on the water in the summer.
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Review from Pinkie P.
Morgan Hill, CA
3/1/2010
5 stars for allowing dogs here. a lot parks don't allow people to bring their dogs for walk so i was excited to find out that anderson lake county park does. i also love that it's quiet and peaceful. lots of area for picnics as well :] also if you hike to the top you can get a nice view of morgan hill. come here at sunset!
