A Community Lake With Real Character
Why Rent On Beaver Lake
Beaver Lake occupies the Missouri River bluff country of Cass County, Nebraska, near the community of Murray and approximately 20 miles south of Omaha along Highway 75. The reservoir covers roughly 297 acres within a planned lake community bordered by Sarpy County to the north and within easy commuting range of Offutt Air Force Base and Bellevue. The Beaver Lake Association manages the community, operating a marina, boat docks and slips, campgrounds, a clubhouse, picnic pavilions, walking trails, and a swimming pool for members and their guests. The surrounding landscape — wooded ridgelines, limestone exposures, a rural quiet that feels more remote than its proximity to Omaha would suggest — is characteristic of the Nebraska-Iowa bluff country along the Missouri River corridor.
On the water
The lake functions as a community all-sports resource, with motorized boating and warm-water fishing as the primary draws. Water skiing, tubing, and jet skiing run across the open water; kayaking and paddling suit those preferring a quieter pace along the wooded margins. Fishing for bass, crappie, catfish, and bluegill is productive through the season. A Nebraska fishing licence is required — check current regulations at outdoornebraska.gov. The community trail system through the Cass County bluff landscape adds a hiking option for non-boating days.
What to do near Beaver Lake
Platte River State Park, a few miles west in Louisville, offers six miles of hiking trails through the Platte River valley, overnight cabin rentals, and one of Nebraska’s finest state park swimming pools. The Strategic Air Command and Aerospace Museum near Ashland on Interstate 80 is one of the largest aviation museums in the country, with a 300,000-square-foot facility covering the early jet age through the Space Shuttle era. Fontenelle Forest Nature Center near Bellevue maintains 2,000 acres of old-growth Missouri River bluff forest with 17 miles of trails and exceptional birding along the Mississippi Flyway. Downtown Omaha, approximately 25 miles north, puts the Joslyn Art Museum and the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium — consistently rated among the finest zoos in the world — within easy reach.
When to go and where to stay
Memorial Day through Labor Day is the primary season, with warm water and the full community amenity range active. Bass fishing is productive from late April through October; fall, September through October, is an underrated window with lighter boat traffic and the bluff landscape moving through autumn colour. Winter ice fishing is possible when conditions allow — check with the Beaver Lake Association before planning a cold-season visit. Vacation rental properties within the community provide the most direct lake and amenity access. Browse Lake.com for vacation home and cabin listings near Beaver Lake in Cass County, Nebraska.
- Surface area (mi)
- 75.43
- Max depth (ft)
- 63.98
- Elevation (ft)
- 1043.31
- Shoreline length (mi)
- 0.97
Popular activities
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Jet Skiing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to dive into what Beaver Lake has to offer? Let’s tackle some of the burning questions you might have as you plan your visit!
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Yes, you can swim in Beaver Lake, but only in designated swim beaches. These areas have safety features like floating lines and boat keep-out buoys, and swimming is permitted at your own risk since there are no lifeguards.
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Beaver Lake in Nebraska is a popular destination because of its various outdoor activities. You can enjoy fishing, swimming, and boating, as well as explore the Beaver Lake Nature Preserve with its walking trails and wildlife. The lake also offers a campground and several facilities like pavilions and a pool.
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Fishing in Beaver Lake, Nebraska, is restricted to property owners in good standing and their guests. Guests must be accompanied at all times by a property owner. This rule is enforced by the Beaver Lake Association to manage fishing activities on the lake.
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Yes, there are public beaches at Beaver Lake in Arkansas. These beaches are managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers and have designated swim areas with safety features like floating lines and boat keep out buoys. However, there are no lifeguards, and swimming is at your own risk.
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Towns near Beaver Lake include Rogers, Bentonville, Bella Vista, Springdale, and Fayetteville. These towns are located in the Ozark Highlands of northwest Arkansas. Beaver Lake is also close to Eureka Springs, which is about 27 miles away.
