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Anderson Marsh State Historic Park (SHP) contains oak woodlands, grass-covered hills, and tule marsh. One of the largest groups of people in prehistoric California, the Southeastern Pomo, knew this land as home. Today, descendants of those people still live nearby.
Anderson Marsh's archaeological sites hold clues to the lives of the Pomo. Some sites are over 10,000 years old, making them among the oldest in California. The park protects several habitats including freshwater marsh, oak woodland, grasslands, and riparian woodland.
If you like to hike, you can take advantage of miles of trails. Trailside signs offer insight into understanding the native plants and animals of the park. The park is also popular for bird watching, hiking and picnicking. Visitors can also explore the past at the historic Anderson Ranch, an example of early California living, with its nineteenth century structures.
The park has a Bluegrass Festival in September. Check the park's official web page for specific information on dates and times.
Getting There
Anderson Marsh SHP is located at the southeast corner of Clear Lake, at the formation of Cache Creek, on Hwy 53 between the cities of Lower Lake and Clearlake, in Lake County, California. Parking is available in the lot near the ranch house and barn.
The Day Use Annual Pass is accepted at this park.
Anderson Marsh SHP is located at the southeast corner of Clear Lake, at the formation of Cache Creek, on Hwy 53 between the cities of Lower Lake and Clearlake, in Lake County, California. Parking is available in the lot near the ranch house and barn.
The Day Use Annual Pass is accepted at this park.
Climate/Seasons/Recommended Clothing
The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.
The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.
Operating Hours & Contact
Please contact the park for operating hours, which may vary.
Telephone: 707-279-2267
Please contact the park for operating hours, which may vary.
Telephone: 707-279-2267
Activities
There are several hiking and boating trails that allow the visitor to experience various protected habitats within the park, including freshwater marsh, oak woodland, grasslands and riparian woodland.
There are several hiking and boating trails that allow the visitor to experience various protected habitats within the park, including freshwater marsh, oak woodland, grasslands and riparian woodland.
Landscape
The park is located at the southeast corner of Clear Lake, which is the largest natural lake wholly within the borders of California. Consisting of nearly 1000 acres, the park contains archeological sites of the Southeastern Pomo that are over 10,000 years old, as well as a 19th Century Ranch House and Barn complex. The park includes a nature preserve that embraces hundreds of acres of valuable wildlife habitat and Tule marsh, with one of the largest Great Blue Heron Rookeries on Clear Lake.
The park is located at the southeast corner of Clear Lake, which is the largest natural lake wholly within the borders of California. Consisting of nearly 1000 acres, the park contains archeological sites of the Southeastern Pomo that are over 10,000 years old, as well as a 19th Century Ranch House and Barn complex. The park includes a nature preserve that embraces hundreds of acres of valuable wildlife habitat and Tule marsh, with one of the largest Great Blue Heron Rookeries on Clear Lake.
Accessible Features
Trails
Anderson Flats Trail is a trail through the marsh that is accessible for about 0.3 mile.
Cache Creek Nature Trail is a trail through grassland and riparian habitats that is accessible for about 0.5 mile.
Both trailheads, an accessible portable toilet and potable water (from a hose bib) are at the parking lot at the Anderson Ranch House. The parking lot is unpaved, but generally firm, level and stable in dry weather. A generally accessible portable toilet may be reachable over dirt and dry lawn in dry weather.
Exhibits/Programs
Ranch House: Slopes, threshold rises, somewhat narrow doors and limited turning space may require some assistance, but many persons may be able to enter the historic ranch house, which is shown by guided tour when volunteers are available.
South Barn Interpretive Room: This room may be used for group presentations. Path of travel and entrance are accessible. The interior is generally accessible.
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Anderson Flats Trail is a trail through the marsh that is accessible for about 0.3 mile.
Cache Creek Nature Trail is a trail through grassland and riparian habitats that is accessible for about 0.5 mile.
Both trailheads, an accessible portable toilet and potable water (from a hose bib) are at the parking lot at the Anderson Ranch House. The parking lot is unpaved, but generally firm, level and stable in dry weather. A generally accessible portable toilet may be reachable over dirt and dry lawn in dry weather.
Exhibits/Programs
Ranch House: Slopes, threshold rises, somewhat narrow doors and limited turning space may require some assistance, but many persons may be able to enter the historic ranch house, which is shown by guided tour when volunteers are available.
South Barn Interpretive Room: This room may be used for group presentations. Path of travel and entrance are accessible. The interior is generally accessible.
Nearby Community Trips
Walking on private property to the confluence of Cache and Copsey Creeks. Included photos show both creeks, valley and blue oaks and the Osprey nest.
