Beaver Lake State Park Day Use
Open — The park is open year-round for day use. Camping and cabin facilities operate seasonally from mid-May through Labor Day, but day-use areas remain accessible in winter for activities like ice fishing and trail use.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 17 at 1:57PM CST until January 18 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Bismarck ND
* WHAT...Areas of blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulation up to one inch. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central and eastern North Dakota, including the Turtle Mountain region and the James River Valley. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 6 PM CST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Plan on hazardous travel conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.
The Wind Advisory has been cancelled.
The Wind Advisory has been cancelled and is no longer in effect.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 17 at 11:50AM CST until January 17 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Bismarck ND
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, the advisory will be allowed to expire at noon CST, with temperatures slowly warming this afternoon. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Western and central North Dakota. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from midnight CST /11 PM MST/ tonight to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. * IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to patchy blowing snow.
About
The day-use area at Beaver Lake State Park offers visitors access to a peaceful lakeside setting on the western shore of 968-acre Beaver Lake. The facility includes two small picnic shelters, each equipped with six picnic tables and electricity, available for reservation. Lake access is provided via a boat ramp and kayak launch, with a designated swim beach for summer activities. The park features 5.14 miles of non-motorized trails accessible from the day-use area, ranging from the 0.32-mile Beaver Lake Nature Trail to the 2.28-mile Moraine Loop Trail. The trails wind through rolling prairie, woodlands, and along the lake shoreline, offering opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife observation. The park's landscape showcases native prairie grasses and wildflowers, with scenic views carved by glacial activity. The day-use area provides access to year-round activities including fishing, which transitions from shore and boat fishing in summer to ice fishing in winter. Flush toilets, showers, and a sewage dump station serve park visitors. The historic park, established in 1932, features a stone cairn commemorating the efforts of early settlers from Logan, McIntosh, and Emmons counties.
Directions
From Napoleon, ND, travel 8 miles south on ND Highway 3, then 7 miles east to Burnstad, and finally 2 miles northeast to the park.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Beaver Lake State Park Equipment Rental 0.1mi
- Beaver Lake State Park Campground 0.3mi
- Beaver Creek Recreation Area 45mi
- Hazelton Recreation Area 45mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Day Use 63mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Main Campground 64mi
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park Horse Camp 64mi
- Cross Ranch State Park Sanger Campground 84mi
- Cross Ranch State Park Primitive Campground 86mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $25 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (701) 452-2752 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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