Beaver Lake Fishing Spot

• Public Fishing: Yes
• Elevation: 1250'
• Last Modified By: carpmaster on 05/21/10 05:07 PM
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Beaver Lake, completed in 1966 and nestled high in the Ozark Mountains, is located in northwest Arkansas, the birthplace of the White River. The 28,000 acre lake is the first of the impoundments created in Arkansas and Missouri along the lengthy White River system. With 487 miles of shoreline highlighted by limestone bluffs, Beaver Lake offers a world of recreational opportunities. The lake offers fishing for stripers, largemouth and smallmouth bass, crappie, bream white bass, channel and spoonbill catfish. Marinas and outfitters are plentiful. Cabins, resorts and other lodging ring the lake, and campgrounds are also available in good number. Taking advantage of the natural scenic beauty, the Corps of Engineers has constructed a variety of recreational facilities. Paved access roads wind through 10 developed parks. There are 2,008 acres of campgrounds and over 650 individual campsites. Visitors can enjoy such conveniences as electricity and fire-rings. Drinking water, showers and restrooms are nearby. Other facilities -- picnic sites, swimming beaches, hiking trails, boat launching ramps, sanitary dump stations, group picnic shelters and amphitheaters -- are also available in the parks. Also located on the lake’s shore is Beaver Lake State Park, currently under development. Approximately 2,400 acres are planned for future park evolvement including camping, cabins, picnicking and educational opportunities.

Beaver Lake is a reservoir in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas and is formed by a dam across the White River. Beaver Lake has some 487 miles (784 km) of natural shoreline. With towering limestone bluffs, natural caves and a wide variety of trees and flowering shrubs, it is a popular tourist destination.