Goose Lake (Oregon–California)

Lake Alkaline lake straddling Oregon–California border

Border lake on the Oregon-California line with marshy shorelines that attract waterfowl; visitors include anglers and birdwatchers during migration seasons.

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Goose Lake (Oregon–California)
41.9471, -120.4187

How to Get to Goose Lake (Oregon–California) #

Grand Lake is about 80 miles northwest of Denver. From Denver, drive west on US-36 toward Estes Park and take CO-34/CO-14 to Grand Lake, or approach via U.S. 40 from the west. The town is adjacent to Rocky Mountain National Park’s western entrance; regional bus services connect seasonally.

Tips for Visiting Goose Lake (Oregon–California) #

  • If visiting Grand Lake town, book accommodation early-summer fills quickly.
  • For hiking Rocky Mountain trails, acclimatize and check trail conditions at Grand Lake Visitor Center.
  • Sunset on the lake is spectacular; the western shore provides unobstructed views.

Best Time to Visit Goose Lake (Oregon–California) #

Summer is prime for lake activities and mountain access; autumn is best for solitude and colors.

Summer
June-August · 10-25°C
Warm days, crowded weekends, boating and fishing season.
Autumn
September-October · 0-15°C
Crisp air and fall colors; fewer tourists and clearer views.
Winter
November-March · -10-0°C
Frozen lake and snow activities; many services reduced.

Weather & Climate near Goose Lake (Oregon–California) #

Climate

Goose Lake (Oregon–California)'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 -6°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. The wettest month with 49 mm of rain.

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-6°

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
13°

Weather

29 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

32 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

24 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
27°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
26°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
22°

Weather

18 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-5°

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

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