Beaver Dam Campground
Beaver Dam Campground is situated on the shores of Upper Caney Lake in the Caney Lakes Recreation Complex. The campground is located in a beautiful setting among woods, lakes and hills. Swimming, boating, fishing and water skiing are the top activities. Sugar Cane National Recreation Trail passes right next to the campground and offers varied terrain for hikers and bikers. The Sugar Cane trail was named for the crop that was once cultivated here, in addition to cotton.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 23 |
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 114 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
30 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 104 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 002 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 84 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 004 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 83 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 005 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 92 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 006 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 88 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 007 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Standard | Back-in | 83 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 008 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Electric | Back-in | 104 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 009 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Electric | Back-in | 89 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 010 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Electric | Back-in | 102 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
| 011 | BEAVER DAM CAMPGROUND LOOP | Electric | Back-in | 85 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 114 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 001, 002, 004, 005 and 25 more are listed accessible |
Campsites come with electric and water hookups. The group picnic area accommodates up to 200 guests while each campsite fits up to eight campers. A sanitary dump station, drinking water and flush toilets are provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Kisatchie National Forest |
| Booking | Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance for standard sites or 12 months in advance for group… |
| Fees | Daily usage fee: $5; Standard Campsites are $25 per night; Group Picnic Area is $65-$135. Please call (318)927-2061 for reservations. |
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Getting there
From Minden, take Louisiana 159 north to Caney Lake Road (Webster Parish Road 111). Turn left on Caney lake Road, continue 2 miles to recreation area entrance.
| Nearest town | Minden, Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 32.6736° N, 93.3056° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 27.5 mi |
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Beaver Dam Campground at Upper Caney Lake, Kisatchie National Forest
Worth a stop
The city of Minden has restaurants, shopping and golfing.
- 0.6 miCaney Lake Day Use Area ↗Day use
- 0.8 miLower Caney Lake Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
- 0.8 miUpper Caney Lake Boat Launch ↗Boat launch
Trails nearby
- 0.6 miSugar Cane NRT ↗5.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miLost Man Loop1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.1 miBeech Bottom Loop2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Fitzgerald HouseBuilding · Minden · 3.9 mi
- McDonald HouseBuilding · Minden · 3.9 mi
- Watkins HouseBuilding · Minden · 3.9 mi
Natural features
Beaver Dam sits at an elevation of 160 feet along the north shores of the 125-acre Upper Caney Lake. The group picnic area is near Lower Caney Lake, spanning 250 acres. Kisatchie National Forest, the only national forest in Louisiana, spans 604,000 acres and mostly consists of bayous with bald cypress groves and old growth pine.
Recreation
Bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill and sandbass can be caught in the lakes. The Sugar Cane Trail spans 5.7 miles and the Lost Man Loop spans 2 miles. Both are open to hiking and mountain biking.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Beaver Dam Campground?
Sites at Beaver Dam Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance for standard sites or 12 months in advance for group… Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Beaver Dam Campground?
Daily usage fee: $5; Standard Campsites are $25 per night; Group Picnic Area is $65-$135. Please call (318)927-2061 for reservations.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Beaver Dam Campground?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Beaver Dam Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Beaver Dam Campground have?
30 sites, including 23 standard sites with power, 6 standard sites without power, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Beaver Dam Campground?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Beaver Dam Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Beaver Dam Campground?
A sanitary dump station, drinking water and flush toilets are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Beaver Dam Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Beaver Dam Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Beaver Dam Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Beaver Dam Campground?
Sites 001, 002, 004, and 005 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 29 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Beaver Dam Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map