Cave Lake State ParkWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Cave Lake State Park
Summer is prime for recreational activities; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits but watch for late snow or ice.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Warm days ideal for fishing, boating, and camping.
Late Spring
May-Jun · 2-18°C (36-64°F)
Snowmelt swells creeks; wildflowers begin to appear.
Weather & Climate near Cave Lake State Park
Climate
Cave Lake State Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 18
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
-11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -11° - 4° | -9° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -9° - 5° | -7° | 23 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -6° - 8° | -4° | 32 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -3° - 12° | 1° | 28 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 1° - 17° | 7° | 33 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 5° - 23° | 14° | 23 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 9° - 28° | 19° | 24 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 9° - 27° | 18° | 29 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 4° - 22° | 13° | 28 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | -1° - 16° | 5° | 27 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -7° - 8° | -4° | 22 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -11° - 4° | -8° | 19 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Cave Lake State Park
Cave Lake State Park is accessed via secondary roads off US-6/US-50 from Ely and surrounding towns. Follow state park signage; a high-clearance vehicle is not usually required but roads can be narrow and subject to seasonal conditions.
Tips for Visiting Cave Lake State Park
- The lake is popular for trout fishing-bring a license and local bait sellers can advise on best lures.
- Boat ramps and day-use areas can freeze in winter-check conditions if visiting in colder months.
- Cell service is spotty; download maps and emergency contacts before heading in.