History of Kellogg Lake

Using historical research and interviews with longtime Milwaukie residents, the city has compiled a history of Kellogg Lake and the role it played in the community.

The document tracks the lake’s evolution from early settlement beginning at the originally damming to provide power to the Old Standard Mill, through the first half of the 20th century when it was a cherished skating pond and a place where children still dared to swim. It also includes the last 60 years of its steady decline and the ongoing grassroots efforts to maintain its scenic integrity and vital habitats.

The entire report can be read through the link below. It is also available at the Milwaukie Museum, Ledding Library and Clackamas County Family History Society.

To add your memories of Kellogg Lake, obtain a copy of the final report, or for more information, contact Mitch Nieman at 503.786.7573.