North Dakota's Beaver Lake State Park

The Beaver Lake State Park in North Dakota is comprised of 283 acres on the west shore of the Beaver Lake.  During the summer months of mid-May through the end of September this lake attracts visitors who enjoy boating, canoeing, fishing and water skiing.  The park remains staffed year round for camping and picnicking.  Hiking is another activity that can be enjoyed in this park.

• Camping - There are 31 campsites as well as three rentable cabins.
• Boating/Water Skiing - Beaver Lake allows access for boating and water skiing
• Fishing - This lake is approximately 964 acres.  While fishing this lake you may catch Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike and Yellow Perch.
• Hiking - There are numerous hiking trails in the Beaver Lake State Park covering 5.3 miles.

1. The Nature Trail is a .32 mile interpretive loop winding through woodlands, through prairie land as well as bringing its hikers near the lake.
2. The Old Settlers Trail is a .49 mile trail that passes by the campground, cabins and lake shore.
3. The Woodland Trail is a .67 mile that makes its way in and out of woodlands and prairie lands offering the opportunity to see an abundance of wildlife.
4. The Moraine Loop Trail is a 2.28 mile trail that passes through the rocky moraine offering excellent views of the Beaver Lake.
5.  The Lake View Loop is a .36 mile loop that is accessed via the Moraine Loop Trail.  Hikers on this trail may encounter birds, beavers, raccoons, squirrels and even deer.
6. The Rolling Prairie Loop is a 1.02 mile trail through the most secluded sections of the Beaver Lake State Park.  This trail features many native grasses as well as prairie wildflowers. 

For more information on the Beaver Lake State Park or to make reservations, check out the North Dakota Parks and Recreation Website.

- Any day in the outdoors is a good day