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🌤 Weather at Blue Lake State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40–69 °F | 53–82 °F | 42–76 °F | 37–51 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Portland Troutdale Airport, 2 mi away, elevation 29 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Blue Lake State Park is located in Oregon near Fairview in Multnomah County and is managed by Metro (regional government of the Portland area), not by Oregon’s state park system. The park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
| State | Oregon |
| Nearest City | Fairview |
| County | Multnomah County |
Location & Getting There
Blue Lake State Park is located near Fairview, Oregon. The park’s coordinates are 45.5539, -122.4478.
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Wildlife & Nature
Blue Lake State Park — not to be confused with the popular Blue Lake near Portland — sits in the coastal mountains of southwestern Oregon near Galice. The park’s lake provides warm-water swimming and fishing in a forested mountain setting. Douglas fir — the dominant tree species in western Oregon’s forests — can reach heights of 300+ feet and live over 1,000 years. The surrounding forest supports black-tailed deer (the Pacific Coast subspecies of mule deer), black bears, and northern flying squirrels — the latter are strictly nocturnal and far more common than most people realize. Pileated woodpeckers — the largest surviving North American woodpecker (ivory-billed is presumed extinct) — hammer distinctive rectangular holes in dead trees.
Nearby Attractions
Rogue River — one of the original National Wild and Scenic Rivers (1968) — offers world-class rafting and fishing. Hellgate Jetboat Excursions provides river tours through the dramatic Hellgate Canyon. Galice is a historic gold mining community and rafting launch point. Oregon Caves National Monument — Oregon’s only cave national monument — features marble caverns. Grants Pass — “It’s the Climate!” — has a charming downtown and Rogue River waterfront. Applegate Valley wine region produces award-winning wines.
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Government Island State Recreation Area (a short drive away) or Portland Women’s Forum State Scenic Viewpoint (a short drive away).
Park Map
Plan your gear for Blue Lake State Park
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