Little Beaver State Park
Appalachian Foothills Lake Park — 18-Acre Fishing Lake, Sandy Beach, 46-Site Campground, 20 Miles of Trails, Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals, Near Beckley WV
Little Beaver State Park is a state park at 1402 Grandview Road, Beaver, Raleigh County, West Virginia, in the Appalachian foothills near Beckley. The park features an 18-acre lake with year-round fishing for bass, catfish, crappie, and stocked trout, a sandy swimming beach, seasonal kayak/canoe/SUP/paddleboat rentals, a 46-site campground with electric/water hookups, approximately 20 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, and Wi-Fi at the camp store.
Little Beaver is southern West Virginia’s most complete family recreation park — the 18-acre Little Beaver Lake combines swimming, fishing, and paddling in a compact, accessible setting just 2 miles south of I-64 (Exit 129A). The seasonal watercraft rentals (kayaks, canoes, SUPs, paddleboats) mean you don’t need to bring your own equipment.
The 46-site campground offers modern amenities including electric and water hookups, a bathhouse with laundry facilities, a dump station, and Wi-Fi at the camp store. The 20 miles of trails wind through Appalachian hardwood forest with elevation changes and creek crossings.
Fishing
| Species | Season | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bass (Largemouth) | Year-round | Lake’s primary game fish |
| Channel Catfish | Year-round | Bottom fishing — evening best |
| Crappie | Spring best | Good panfish population |
| Stocked Trout | Spring/Fall | WV DNR stocking schedule |
| Bluegill | Year-round | Family-friendly — consistent |
| Carp | Year-round | Available throughout lake |
Things to Do
- Fishing — 18-acre lake, bass/trout/catfish/crappie
- Swimming — sandy beach area
- Kayak/canoe/SUP rentals — seasonal watercraft
- Camping — 46 sites, E/W hookups, Wi-Fi
- Hiking/MTB — 20 mi Appalachian trails
- Picnicking — reservable shelters
- Playground — youth activity area
- Game room — activities building
Camping
| Type | Sites | Amenities |
|---|---|---|
| Electric + Water | 30 | Full hookups, modern bathhouse |
| Water Only | 16 | Water hookup, bathhouse access |
| Bathhouse | — | Showers, laundry, dump station |
| Season | — | ~April 1 – November 1 |
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 1402 Grandview Rd, Beaver, WV 25813 |
| Access | I-64 Exit 129A → 2 mi south |
| Lake | 18 acres — fishing/swimming/paddling |
| Trails | ~20 miles — hiking/MTB |
| Rentals | Kayak, canoe, SUP, paddleboat (seasonal) |
| Managed By | WV State Parks |
| Coordinates | 37.7558° N, 81.0806° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Wildlife & Nature
Little Beaver SP — 562 acres on Little Beaver Lake (18 acres). The park’s hardwood forest, lake, and streams support white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, and black bears. Largemouth bass and bluegill fill the lake.
Nearby Attractions
Beaver — adjacent. Beckley — 10 miles west. New River Gorge NP&P — 15 miles north.
Can you swim at Little Beaver State Park West Virginia?
Yes — Little Beaver State Park near Beaver, WV, has a sandy swimming beach on the 18-acre lake. The park also offers seasonal kayak, canoe, SUP, and paddleboat rentals. Camping is available at the 46-site campground with electric/water hookups and a bathhouse with laundry. Located just 2 miles south of I-64 Exit 129A near Beckley.
What fish are in Little Beaver Lake WV?
Little Beaver Lake holds largemouth bass, channel catfish, crappie, bluegill, carp, and WV DNR-stocked trout (spring/fall). The 18-acre lake is open for year-round fishing and also offers a sandy beach, watercraft rentals, and 20 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails through the Appalachian foothills.
Last updated: May 2026
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