Must-Visit Beavers Bend State Park for a Wide Variety of Outdoor Activities

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River surrounded by trees

 

Options galore



We’ll start off with water activities. Broken Bow Lake is a large lake, measuring 14,000 surface acres, and has a shoreline that extends for 180 miles. It’s also deep — 185 feet deep to be exact. You can scuba dive, but you have to bring your own gear. You can bring or rent kayaks and canoes. There are a number of rental services like Ambush Adventures, which lets you solo kayak 4 miles for $30, and Wild Goose Canoe and Kayak which lets you kayak 5 miles for $40, or opt to canoe 5 miles for $60. You can also bring power boats onto the lake if you’re looking for a boating adventure. Fishing is also a great option.

If you’d rather stay on the land, you have plenty of activities to partake in besides the typical hiking and biking, although those are options as well. Horseback riding is a fun opportunity. Beaver’s Bend Depot and Trail Rides offers one-hour rides through the state park as well as the opportunity to ride on a replica train. Riverman Trail Rides has a unique sweetheart ride, which includes wine, cheese, and a campfire in addition to trail riding. Alternatively, you can get a thrill by ziplining with Rugaru Adventures. Book in advance for an adventure that covers six different ziplines and lasts for about two hours. If you want something more laid back, spend some time out of the green for a game of golf at Cedar Creek Golf Course.

Details for your stay

Riving flowing near trees

When you’re sleepy and need to call it a night, you have options on where to stay. You can go rustic and pitch a tent, park an RV and camp, or choose one of the many lodging options for a cabin stay. Beaver’s Bend Adventures offers luxury cabins that start at $245 per night. They have multiple options for you, whether you’re a group of four or a group of 19.  Creative Escapes also offers luxury cabin getaways and has a 4.1-star rating from nearly 300 reviews on Google. If you’re looking for something simpler, you can opt for Beaver’s Bend Lodge, where you’ll have beautiful waterfront views.



You can visit Beavers Bend State Park any time of the year. Summers are the busiest season, especially in July, so keep that in mind when you’re looking to book your next adventure. If you’re ready to get moving with outdoor activities, then this state park is perfect for you. Why wait? Book your next trip and look forward to the countless opportunities waiting for you.

Dave Pennells

By Dave Pennells

Dave Pennells, MS, has contributed his expertise as a career consultant and training specialist across various fields for over 15 years. At City University of Seattle, he offers personal career counseling and conducts workshops focused on practical job search techniques, resume creation, and interview skills. With a Master of Science in Counseling, Pennells specializes in career consulting, conducting career assessments, guiding career transitions, and providing outplacement services. Her professional experience spans multiple sectors, including banking, retail, airlines, non-profit organizations, and the aerospace industry. Additionally, since 2001, he has been actively involved with the Career Development Association of Australia.