This former log pond is now a popular local fishing spot. The lake provides a rest stop for migrant waterbirds, and breeding habitat for Pied-billed Grebe. Bird deciduous woods along the walking trail that encircles the lake to find nesting Rufous Hummingbird, Warbling Vireo, Cedar Waxwing, and Black-headed Grosbeak.
The park offers 5 primitive tent sites nestled between Vernonia Lake and the Nehalem River. All sites are first come first serve except by group reservation.
On E side of Vernonia along Hwy 47, 0.1 mi W of the Nehalem River bridge. Bicycle access via the Vernonia Linear Trail Extension, which connects to the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. GPS 45 51.421 N, 123 10.471 W.