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Beaver Lake

Pulaski, Louisiana · Smith County · Facility

Beaver Lake is a 67-acre manmade lake dating from the days of railroad logging. One of the original railroad tramlines serves as a dam that traps and holds overflow water from a nearby creek. A shallow lake, Beaver Lake offers excellent opportunity for small boat fishing. Limited accessibility does not offer much oppor…

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About Beaver Lake

Beaver Lake is a 67-acre manmade lake dating from the days of railroad logging. One of the original railroad tramlines serves as a dam that traps and holds overflow water from a nearby creek. A shallow lake, Beaver Lake offers excellent opportunity for small boat fishing. Limited accessibility does not offer much opportunity for bank fishing. Small parking area. No camping or swimming is permitted. WMA user permit is required. Open year-round. State fishing laws and regulations apply.

Plan Your Visit to Beaver Lake

Heading to Beaver Lake? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Beaver Lake?

No central reservation system listed for Beaver Lake. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/238527) for the latest entry policy and availability.