Visit beautiful Stave Lake to spend the day boating, kayaking, or canoeing. Make sure to grab your favorite fishing rod if that's your thing or explore the wandering shorelines. Keep your eye out.. you might even spot some wildlife!

A day out at the lake sounds spectacular, but make sure you know before you go, always have a plan and take the essentials:

Wear a life jacket: It’s the most effective piece of safety equipment you can use while on the water. Most marine incidents occur quickly and without warning.

Be prepared: Carry the required safety equipment and ensure vessel preparedness. It could save your life on the water.

Be aware of cold water risks: The immediate effects of cold water immersion can be life-threatening.

Don't drink and boat: For your own safety and the safety of others, you must to be attentive and responsive.

Take a course: Familiarize yourself with the area and activity in which you are engaging.

For more information on water safety click here.

Please note, the Stave Lake Boat Launch Parking is for boat trailers only. For ATV trailers please use the Rock Creek staging area.