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Tell me about Beaver Lake
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:49 am
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:49 am
Some friends and I take a yearly trip to do some major whitewater rafting, but last year was our retirement year for that level of activity. So now, we still rent a cabin in the mountains/woods, but our time consists of drinking, hiking, partying, boating, swimming, etc. This year we're heading to Beaver Lake in Arkansas.
We're staying about 5-10 minutes from Lost Bridge Marina, in Benton County (which, I just learned, does not sell booze). So far we're likely going to rent a pontoon one or two days, maybe hit Eureka Springs one afternoon/evening, do a day of hiking, and probably some fishing.
So, a couple questions.
Bars/restaurants to hit? We're thinking Bubba's for sure. We love old school BBQ and townie bars.
Hiking places to check out? Love trails with good views, waterfalls, and what not.
Are there any places on the lake where people either gather to party (on the water or on a beach?)
Anything else to know about?
I'm guessing that we need to stock up on our booze before we get to the cabin, but would there be any issues with us drinking said booze on the lake?
(Over under on number of posts until first beaver joke - 3)
We're staying about 5-10 minutes from Lost Bridge Marina, in Benton County (which, I just learned, does not sell booze). So far we're likely going to rent a pontoon one or two days, maybe hit Eureka Springs one afternoon/evening, do a day of hiking, and probably some fishing.
So, a couple questions.
Bars/restaurants to hit? We're thinking Bubba's for sure. We love old school BBQ and townie bars.
Hiking places to check out? Love trails with good views, waterfalls, and what not.
Are there any places on the lake where people either gather to party (on the water or on a beach?)
Anything else to know about?
I'm guessing that we need to stock up on our booze before we get to the cabin, but would there be any issues with us drinking said booze on the lake?
(Over under on number of posts until first beaver joke - 3)
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Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:50 am to Chucktown_Badger
smells fishy
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:50 am to Chucktown_Badger
This thread was not what I was expecting. 
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:52 am to Chucktown_Badger
Never been...hope that helps
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:52 am to Chucktown_Badger
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:53 am to Chucktown_Badger
You can buy booze in Benton county
Posted on 5/6/16 at 9:58 am to Chucktown_Badger
That over in Beaver Valley? I love that place.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 10:05 am to Chucktown_Badger
Taking a dip in it is best when the surface is smooth.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 10:05 am to Chucktown_Badger
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Some friends and I take a yearly trip to do some major whitewater rafting, but last year was our retirement year for that level of activity. So now, we still rent a cabin in the mountains/woods, but our time consists of drinking, hiking, partying, boating, swimming, etc. This year we're heading to Beaver Lake in Arkansas.
Great choice, when are you heading up there? It's beautiful up here right now.
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We're staying about 5-10 minutes from Lost Bridge Marina, in Benton County (which, I just learned, does not sell booze).
Not true anymore, actually. Recently flipped over and you can buy booze all over the place!
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So far we're likely going to rent a pontoon one or two days, maybe hit Eureka Springs one afternoon/evening, do a day of hiking, and probably some fishing.
Regular lake activities will be great, but there's tons to do off of the lake as well. Eureka Springs isn't too far away and it has a unique, quirky downtown area. It's a fun day/overnight trip. You can also venture into Bentonville/Rogers area as well. Several great restaurants on the Bentonville Downtown Square as well as Downtown Rogers. Fayetteville is also great but more of a drive since you already be on Beaver Lake.
If you want good hiking, check out Devil's Den (a bit south of Fayetteville) or around the Buffalo River area. King's River Falls is a great day hike/chill. Take some beer, some chairs, and get ready to swim/drink/chill.
No issue drinking on the lake whatsoever, just don't be an idiot about it. As far as if people congregate, I'm unsure on that (sorry).
If you have questions on specifics with the area, I can try to help out!
Posted on 5/6/16 at 10:20 am to Chucktown_Badger
the beavers are big and furry.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 11:05 am to Chucktown_Badger
Why would you go to Beaver Lake when you could go to Table Rock Lake and Top of the Rock just 30 - 45 minutes north?
Posted on 5/6/16 at 11:19 am to Chucktown_Badger
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This post was edited on 5/6/16 at 1:19 pm
Posted on 5/6/16 at 11:50 am to Chucktown_Badger
Posted on 5/6/16 at 12:45 pm to Chucktown_Badger
Fish the white River and go get dinner/drinks in Eurika Springs at night.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 1:02 pm to Chucktown_Badger
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Benton County (which, I just learned, does not sell booze).
someone gave you bad information.
Benton County is wet as shite
Posted on 5/6/16 at 1:15 pm to Chucktown_Badger
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So, a couple questions.
Bars/restaurants to hit? We're thinking Bubba's... WTF is that? You want a hidden jewel? Tony C's Italian Restaurante. Tony's a character of a guy in our area, plays up his Italian heritage, owns the strip clubs in the area. Restaurant is ran by his wife who's a smokeshow for her age and is a super-sweet lady. It's in Prairie Creek, just outside of Rogers on Hwy 12. It's a townie bar and a darn good steak and Italian restaurant. Friday and Sat. nights they have their steaks until they sell out, cut fresh each day. Get the crab ravioli, you won't be disappointed.
Hiking places to check out? Love trails with good views, waterfalls, and what not. You can't go wrong with any of the trails around here, there's too many to mention. A popular one is the short hike to Whittaker Point (Hawksbill Crag).
Are there any places on the lake where people either gather to party (on the water or on a beach?) Eh, there's not particularly any one certain spot in Beaver Lake, there's lot of coves and areas to chill, you're not gonna find sandy areas like on Lake Michigan or an island like Mackinac. Beaver's more laid back and has more fishermen that dopes out cruising around.
Anything else to know about?
I'm guessing that we need to stock up on our booze before we get to the cabin, but would there be any issues with us drinking said booze on the lake?
There a ton of liqour stores in Benton County now. You won't be able to miss them. Sunday booze you can get in Springdale or Eureka. Even Boone county coming into Arkansas from Branson is wet now. Like I said you've been given bad info.
Please don't trash our state, don't leave your waste, don't act like an a-hole, don't pull over on the side of the road and pick wildflowers from our fields and take photos of our horses, cattle, donkeys, etc. Don't go fishing, hunt arrowheads or hike on private property without asking first. Use common courtesy and we'll likely let you do whatever you want, and don't ask us for meth or weed.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 1:36 pm to Chucktown_Badger
There are at least 3 coves that people hang out in on a regular basis that are pretty much only accessible by boat.
I like to fish with jugs and live bait while hanging out on the dock (normally rent a cabin with a doc). I catch small-mouth bass, strippers and catfish with live shiners and crayfish. I believe most of the guides are strippers and crappie guides.
We have a great time, very pretty and the water is perfect. I prefer when the lake is low so there are more rock jumping options.
Sounds like next time I will be going to check out table rock for a day.
I like to fish with jugs and live bait while hanging out on the dock (normally rent a cabin with a doc). I catch small-mouth bass, strippers and catfish with live shiners and crayfish. I believe most of the guides are strippers and crappie guides.
We have a great time, very pretty and the water is perfect. I prefer when the lake is low so there are more rock jumping options.
Sounds like next time I will be going to check out table rock for a day.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 1:38 pm to Chucktown_Badger
Its a lake... Named Beaver.
Posted on 5/6/16 at 2:44 pm to Chucktown_Badger
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which, I just learned, does not sell booze
False
Posted on 5/6/16 at 2:46 pm to Chucktown_Badger
Also Beaver Lake is hard as frick to fish that time of year
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