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Anthony Lake, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest

Anthony Lake, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest is run by the USDA Forest Service. Its own timing: July and August.

Anthony Lake, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest in pictures

Illustrative photos, not current conditions
Fishing at Anthony Lake in the Elkhorn Mountains
Fishing at Anthony Lake in the Elkhorn Mountains. Photo: Gary Halvorson, Oregon State Archives · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 4.0 · resized

What the USDA Forest Service says

“Situated along the Elkhorn Scenic Byway , Anthony Lake provides a wonderful example of a glacially carved lake with wetlands and subalpine wildflowers.”
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When to go

In the source's own words; no peak claimed unless the source says so
  • July and August“July and August provide visitors the best opportunities for wildflower viewing.”

Before you go

The short trail winding around this small lake is posted with signs describing wildflowers you will encounter.

Anthony Lake, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest on the map

With the places we follow within 60 miles

Nearby

Within 60 straight-line miles; roads are longer

How we know

Every fact on this page, from these pages