Public swim beach119 miBeaver Lake
Beaver Lake State Park, Napoleon
Lake Sakakawea
Garrison, North DakotaLakePublic swimming available
Lake Sakakawea has designated public swim beaches at several North Dakota state parks.
- Water
- Lake
- Swim hours
- 7 am–10 pm
- Facilities
- Swim beach, visitor centre, boat ramps, marina
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguards are on duty.
- Dogs
- Pets are prohibited on the swim beach.
- Managed by
- North Dakota Parks and Recreation Department
Getting there
Fort Stevenson State Park is three miles south of Garrison. Lake Sakakawea State Park is on the reservoir’s south shore near Pick City.
47.5981, -101.4214
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Swim within the buoyed area where present.
- Adults must supervise children under 12.
- No glass containers.
- No fishing in the swimming area.
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Questions about Lake Sakakawea
Can you swim at Lake Sakakawea?
Yes. Public swimming is available at designated beaches on Lake Sakakawea, including beaches at three North Dakota state parks.
Are dogs allowed at Lake Sakakawea?
Pets are prohibited on the swim beach.
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